CN-370000-RM128.pdf

This is a contract between the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Stratus Consulting Inc., a Colorado-based consulting firm, for technical support related to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill restoration planning. The contract (No. RM128) was executed in November 2012 and involves providing technical assistance to the State of Florida in understanding the environmental impacts of the oil spill and negotiating restoration projects with BP.

The contract is an indefinite delivery vehicle with a maximum compensation of $160,000, structured on a fee schedule and cost reimbursement basis. Stratus Consulting will provide services including developing early restoration project proposals, evaluating potential projects, assisting in negotiations with BP, preparing presentation materials for the Natural Resource Trustee Council, and supporting the development of federally required environmental restoration plans. The contract includes a rate schedule with hourly rates ranging from $251.35 for an Officer/Expert to $60.05 for Clerical staff, and lists specific staff members who may be utilized for tasks. The contract has a one-year term with the possibility of renewal, contingent on satisfactory performance.