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Submitted to State Purchasing Bureau ATTN: Craig Palik and Clinton Paul 1526 K Street, Suite 130 Lincoln, NE 68508 as.materielpurchasing@nebraska.gov

Submitted by Bill Slater Vice President, Chief Operating Officer Consulting Services

Tidal Basin 126 Business Park Drive Utica, NY 13502 888.282.1626 proposals@tidalbasingroup.com

State of Nebraska State Purchasing Bureau Providing Staff Familiar with FEMA Programs Administered Under the Stafford Act 124469 O5 | March 3, 2026

March 3, 2026

Craig Palik and Clinton Paul State Purchasing Bureau 1526 K Street, Suite 130 Lincoln, NE 68508

Re: RFP Number 124469 O5

Dear Mr. Palik and Mr. Paul, Nebraska communities routinely contend with severe winter storms, flash flooding from summer storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and long-duration recovery efforts that demand disciplined coordination, deep technical expertise, and trusted partnership. Managing these events often concurrently and across extended periods of performance requires a recovery partner that understands Nebraska’s hazard profile, supports a whole-community approach, and strengthens state and local capacity while maintaining accountability and compliance. This is particularly critical for smaller and rural counties with limited grant administration staff, where overlapping disasters and extended grant lifecycles can strain local resources and delay recovery progress. Effective support in Nebraska must not only ensure regulatory compliance and timely obligation of funds but also provide hands-on technical assistance that builds local capability, reduces administrative burden, and helps communities navigate multiple active disasters without losing momentum toward closeout.

Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC (Tidal Basin) is a national leader in FEMA-funded disaster recovery and hazard mitigation services, and we are pleased to submit this proposal in support of the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency’s mission to strengthen preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation outcomes statewide. For more than 20 years, Tidal Basin has supported state, local, tribal, and territorial governments through some of the most complex and rapidly evolving disaster events in the country, delivering Public Assistance (PA), Individual Assistance (IA), and Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) services that advance resilience while reinforcing state-led recovery systems (Figure 1).

Figure 1: Tidal Basin by the Numbers

Tidal Basin Champions NEMA’s Values Through Proven Execution Tidal Basin’s approach directly delivers NEMA’s values of Community, Timeliness, Professionalism, and Efficiency, translating these principles into disciplined, day-to-day program execution.

● Community: We implement a whole-community approach by working alongside state agencies, subrecipients, and local partners to build capacity and shared understanding across all phases of

Tidal Basin 126 Business Park Drive Utica, NY 13502

P: 888.282.1626 tidalbasingroup.com disaster recovery. Through early education, hands-on technical assistance, and consistent engagement, we support informed decision-making throughout project development, implementation, reimbursement, and closeout helping prioritize recovery efforts reflect community needs while reinforcing state oversight.

● Timeliness: Our teams are structured to mobilize quickly and adapt continuously, often deploying within days of an event and supporting multiple concurrent recovery missions. Through structured project management, clear communication protocols, and proactive issue identification, we will help Nebraska move projects forward efficiently, reduce delays, and maintain momentum from initial damage identification through closeout.

● Professionalism: As FEMA continues to evolve its guidance, eligibility criteria, and program implementation frameworks, Tidal Basin’s internal policy and technical teams actively monitor and interpret program changes. We apply the latest FEMA guidance accurately and consistently, while supporting knowledge transfer and technical education that strengthens the professionalism of emergency management personnel statewide.

● Efficiency: Tidal Basin brings the operational discipline required to manage complex, federally funded programs at scale, having supported more than $45 billion in federally funded recovery and mitigation programs nationwide. Our disciplined documentation practices, financial oversight, and compliance monitoring help protect eligibility, reduce rework, and support timely, audit-ready closeout maximizing the value of recovery and mitigation investments.

Throughout our technical response, you will see callouts tied to NEMA’s values and goals where we have enacted these same values throughout Tidal Basin’s national FEMA portfolio.

Through experienced personnel, structured delivery models, and a nationwide surge-capable workforce of more than 2,000 full-time and cadre staff, Tidal Basin offers Nebraska a trusted partner with the technical strength, responsiveness, and operational maturity needed to support FEMA-funded programs before, during, and after disasters.

Thank you for the opportunity to submit this proposal. We welcome the chance to partner with NEMA to support Nebraska’s communities as they recover, rebuild, and move forward with confidence. As Vice President, I am authorized to negotiate terms, make binding decisions, commit firm resources, and receive all correspondence related to this RFP. Please contact me at proposals@tidalbasingroup.com with any questions. We appreciate your consideration and look forward to the opportunity to help Nebraska be Stronger Than Before®.

Sincerely, Bill Slater Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, Consulting Services C: 315.440.4775 | E: bill.slater@tidalbasingroup.com | CC: proposals@tidalbasingroup.com

Attachment A Bidder Questionnaire

RFP 124469 O5

Bidder Name: Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC (Tidal Basin)

Bidder should provide a response to all questions in this attachment to meet the requirements of the

RFP.

CORPORATE OVERVIEW

1.1

BIDDER IDENTIFICATION AND INFORMATION

The bidder should provide the full company or corporate name, address of the company's headquarters, entity organization (corporation, partnership, proprietorship), state in which the bidder is incorporated or otherwise organized to do business, year in which the bidder first organized to do business and whether the name and form of organization has changed since first organized.

Response:

Full Corporate Name Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC (Tidal Basin)

Headquarters Address 126 Business Park Drive Utica, New York 13502

Entity Organization Limited Liability Company

State of Organization Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC is organized under the laws of the state of Delaware.

Year First Organized The company was first organized in 2006.

Corporate History and Organizational Changes Since its formation, Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC has operated under the same corporate structure and name. The organization has expanded to include affiliated companies under the Tidal Basin brand; however, the legal name and form of organization for Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC have remained unchanged since the entity was established. Please see Figure 2 below.

Figure 2: Corporate History

United States Citizenship Attestation Form Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC has submitted the Untied States Citizenship Attestation Form as part of the solicitation package as a separate attachment.

Nebraska Registration Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC is registered with the NE State Department (Registration # 2012168908

1.2

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

The bidder should provide financial statements applicable to the firm. If publicly held, the bidder should provide a copy of the corporation's most recent audited financial reports and statements, and the name, address, and telephone number of the fiscally responsible representative of the bidder’s financial or banking organization.

If the bidder is not a publicly held corporation, either the reports and statements required of a publicly held corporation, or a description of the organization, including size, longevity, client base, areas of specialization and expertise, and any other pertinent information, should be submitted in such a manner that solicitation evaluators may reasonably formulate a determination about the stability and financial strength of the organization. Additionally, a non-publicly held firm should provide a banking reference.

The bidder must disclose any and all judgments, pending or expected litigation, or other real or potential financial reversals, which might materially affect the viability or stability of the organization, or state that no such condition is known to exist.

The State may elect to use a third party to conduct credit checks as part of the corporate overview evaluation.

Response:

Organizational Stability and Financial Strength Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC is not a publicly held corporation. Tidal Basin was established in 2006. For more than 20 years, Tidal Basin has built and sustained a strong operational and financial foundation supporting large-scale disaster recovery and public sector initiatives across the United States. Our longevity reflects consistent performance, disciplined financial management, and the ability to scale in response to complex and evolving governmental needs.

With more than 2,000 full-time and cadre staff, Tidal Basin maintains the workforce capacity necessary to support concurrent engagements nationwide. We have served more than 250 clients, including federal, state, and local agencies, and other public sector entities. Over the course of our operations, Tidal Basin has supported more than 275 federally declared disasters, demonstrating sustained demand for its services and the institutional depth required to operate in high-tempo, high-visibility environments.

Tidal Basin has overseen approximately $45 billion in disaster recovery funding. This experience reflects our ability to manage complex, multi-billion-dollar funding portfolios with precision, accountability, and structured financial oversight. Administration of funding at this scale requires rigorous internal controls, disciplined fiscal management practices, and the liquidity necessary to support large-scale mobilization and sustained program delivery. Tidal Basin’s continued growth and long-term client relationships reflect its capacity to responsibly manage substantial public funds while maintaining operational continuity.

Tidal Basin maintains a stable and well-capitalized structure supported by established financial controls and operational discipline. We sustain the financial resources necessary to support ongoing operations, manage project expenditures, deploy personnel at scale, and fulfill contractual obligations across multi-year engagements. Our diversified client base and national footprint further demonstrate organizational resilience and financial stability.

Areas of Specialization and Operational Breadth Tidal Basin provides comprehensive services across the emergency management and public program lifecycle, including:

Emergency Management and FEMA Program Delivery

● FEMA PA, IA, and HMA

● Emergency preparedness planning and assessments

● Disaster response operations

● Disaster recovery program management

● Hazard mitigation and risk reduction

Strategic Advisory and Management Consulting

● Program and project delivery advisory

● Grant project delivery and program management

● Case management and eligibility services

Public Program and Infrastructure Solutions

● Sheltering and housing contingency operations

● Temporary housing and group site construction

● Assistance program delivery

● Public infrastructure project delivery

Through this integrated service delivery model, Tidal Basin sustains long-term client partnerships and maintains the operational and financial capacity required to support complex, large-scale public sector programs.

Audited financial statements are available upon request.

Banking Reference Our banking reference is: Karen Brognano-Williams at NBT Bank, 52 South Broad Street, Norwich, NY 13815. Her phone number is 315.368.3655.

Judgement, Litigation, or Financial Reversal Statement Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC represents that there are no judgments, pending or threatened litigation, or other known real or potential financial reversals that would materially affect the viability or financial stability of the organization. No such condition is known to exist at this time.

1.3

CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP

If any change in ownership or control of the company is anticipated during the twelve (12) months following the solicitation response due date, the bidder should describe the circumstances of such change and indicate when the change will likely occur.

Any change of ownership to an awarded bidder(s) will require notification to the State.

Response:

There are no ownership or control changes anticipated for Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC for the next twelve (12) months.

1.4

OFFICE LOCATION

The bidder’s office location responsible for performance pursuant to an award of a contract with the State of Nebraska should be identified.

Response:

Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC will perform all contract management, staffing coordination, reporting, and administrative oversight for this engagement through our primary operational office:

Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC 126 Business Park Drive Utica, New York 13502

Tidal Basin will establish an on-site project presence in Nebraska as required by incident.

This office serves as the central hub for our nationwide disaster recovery and emergency management operations. We track key personnel responsible for project management, staffing assignments, quality assurance, financial tracking, and contract administration. Through this operational center, Tidal Basin supports state and local governments nationwide and will provide the same level of service, responsiveness, and oversight to the state of Nebraska.

Our national operational model enables us to deploy qualified personnel rapidly, support virtual and hybrid work environments, and maintain continuous communication with the State throughout all task orders. This structure enables us to provide Nebraska with consistent, high-quality support regardless of location.

1.5

RELATIONSHIPS WITH THE STATE

The bidder should describe any dealings with the State over the previous ten (10) years. If the organization, its predecessor, or any Party named in the bidder’s solicitation response has contracted with the State, the bidder should identify the contract number(s) and/or any other information available to identify such contract(s). If no such contracts exist, so declare.

Response:

Tidal Basin and ICF Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC and ICF have not held contracts directly with the State of Nebraska in the past ten (10) years. However, affiliated entity Michael Baker International (MBI) has held the following contract.

MBI

Please see Figure 3: MBI’s relationships with the State below.

Contract Number Contract Dates Contract Description

Figure 3: Relationships with the State

NeDNR Contract #1069

9/2/2018 - 8/7/2024 Michael Baker provided engineering services under the CTP contract with the State of Nebraska, generating countywide floodplain data for Boone and Custer Counties.

1.6

BIDDER'S EMPLOYEE RELATIONS TO STATE

If any Party named in the bidder’s solicitation response is or was an employee of the State within the past twelve (12) months, identify the individual(s) by name, State agency with whom employed, job title or position held with the State, and separation date. If no such relationship exists or has existed, so declare.

If any employee of any agency of the State of Nebraska is employed by the bidder or is a subcontractor to the bidder, as of the due date for solicitation response submission, identify all such persons by name, position held with the bidder, and position held with the State (including job title and agency). Describe the responsibilities of such persons within the proposing organization. If, after review of this information by the State, it is determined that a conflict of interest exists or may exist, the bidder may be disqualified from further consideration in this solicitation. If no such relationship exists, so declare.

Response:

Tidal Basin, ICF, and MBI are not aware of any employees of the state, currently or within the past 12 months.

1.7

CONTRACT PERFORMANCE

If the bidder or any proposed subcontractor has had a contract terminated for default during the past ten (10) years, all such instances must be described as required below. Termination for default is defined as a notice to stop performance delivery due to the bidder’s non-performance or poor performance, and the issue was either not litigated due to inaction on the part of the bidder or litigated and such litigation determined the bidder to be in default.

It is mandatory that the bidder submit full details of all termination for default experienced during the past ten (10) years, including the other Party's name, address, and telephone number. The response to this section must present the bidder’s position on the matter. The State will evaluate the facts and will score the bidder’s solicitation response accordingly. If no such termination for default has been experienced by the bidder in the past ten (10) years, so declare.

If at any time during the past five (5) years, the bidder has had a contract terminated for convenience, non-performance, non-allocation of funds, or any other reason, describe fully all circumstances surrounding such termination, including the name and address of the other contracting Party.

Response:

Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC, has not had a contract terminated for default in the past 10 years. The following Figure 4 is a list of contracts terminated in the last 5 years:

Contract Name Client Name and Address

Contract Start Date

Contract End Date

Termination Effective

Date Details of Termination

Hillsborough County Aviation Authority, FL Critical Event Management and Continuity of Operations Consulting Services

Hillsborough County Aviation Authority P.O. Box 22287 Tampa, FL 33622

8/1/2019 7/31/2023 8/19/2023 Terminated for Convenience - The client exercised its rights to terminate the Services Agreement with thirty (30) days' advance notice. The client didn't have the need for services.

Grant Administration and Project Management Services- CDBG-MIT

Nueces County

TX

901 Leopard Street, Room

8/19/2020 8/18/2025 2/24/2023 Terminated for Convenience - The client exercised its rights to terminate the Services Agreement with thirty (30) days' advance notice. No reasons were provided to TBGC.

Corpus Christi, TX 78401

Grant Administration and Project Mgmnt Services related to Mitigation Improvements to

RFP 20-004/PK

Jefferson County Drainage District #7 4749 Twin City Hwy, Suite 300 Port Arthur, TX 776421

9/21/2020 8/17/2023 8/17/2023 Terminated for Convenience - The client terminated the agreement for cause, but upon reconsideration of the relevant facts, it rescinded the termination for cause and changed it to termination for convenience. TBGC was subsequently selected by this client as a successful bidder for additional work.

Jefferson County Drainage District #7 Grant Admin Services Damage Repairs & Mitigation Improvements RFP # 21-001

Jefferson County Drainage District #7 4749 Twin City Hwy, Suite 300 Port Arthur, TX 776421

5/3/2021 8/17/2023 8/17/2023 Terminated for Convenience - The client terminated the agreement for cause, but upon reconsideration of the relevant facts, it rescinded the termination for cause and changed it to termination for convenience. TBGC was subsequently selected by this client as a successful bidder for additional work.

Central Master Agreement - Disaster Closeout Specialist and Manager Services

West Virginia Emergency Management Division Washington Street East P.O. Box 50130 Charleston, WV 25305

7/1/2021 6/30/2022 8/10/2021 Nine (9) days of awarding the contract, the client notified TBGC that it was cancelling the contract, effective in 30 days. The client didn't provide a reason for the cancellation.

OHE, Inc. dba Apprise Health Insights Second Amended and Restated Independent Contractor Service Agreement

Oregon Association of Hospitals and Health Systems 4000 Kruse Way Place, #2- Lake Oswego, OR 97035

7/1/2022 6/30/2023 5/11/2023 Terminated for Convenience - The Oregon Association of Hospitals and Health Systems/Apprise (OAHHS) was contracted by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) to provide financial surge support for COVID recovery. The OAHHS contracted with TBGC to support their work with OHA and specifically conduct COVID invoice auditing. After sufficient work was completed, OHA was no longer in need of surge support and canceled their COVID contract with OAHHS for convenience. OAHHS in turn terminated the contact the TBGC.

TBGC_Woolpert Subcontract_City of Oakland, OH Funding and Capital Projects

Woolpert Inc 4554 Idea Center Blvd Dayton, OH 45430

1/27/2025 1/27/2026 5/23/2025 Terminated for Convenience - Woolpert exercised its right to terminate the Subcontract Agreement with thirty (30) days' advance notice. No need for services from TBGC. The termination was not due to performance deficiencies by Tidal Basin.

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Solicitation #

CTR077093 -

Statewide Emergency Response Services and Solutions

State of Arizona, Department of Administration 1802 West Jasckson St., Number 100 Phoenix, AZ 85007

* * 10/10/2025 Termination for Convenience. Client terminated the Contract for convenience as FEMA found the State’s procurement mechanism deficient, which jeopardized is ability to seek reimbursement for eligible costs. A new solicitation will be issued in the near future to better align with FEMA eligible reimbursement requirements. *This contract was cancelled after award but before execution. The termination was not due to performance deficiencies by Tidal Basin.

Contract No. CA- 2026-0053

Globe, City of

(AZ)

150 N. Pine Street Globe, AZ 85501

10/7/2025 6/15/2026 10/10/2025 Terminated for convenience. Client issued a Stop Work Order due to State of Arizona terminating the Statewide Emergency Response Services and Solutions contract #CTR077093

Contract No. CA- 2026-0054

Globe, City of

(AZ)

150 N. Pine Street Globe, AZ 85501

10/7/2025 6/15/2026 10/10/2025 Terminated for convenience. Client issued a Stop Work Order due to State of Arizona terminating the Statewide Emergency Response Services and Solutions contract #CTR077094

Contract No. CA- 2026-0055

Globe, City of

(AZ)

150 N. Pine Street Globe, AZ 85501

10/7/2025 6/15/2026 10/10/2025 Terminated for convenience. Client issued a Stop Work Order due to State of Arizona terminating the Statewide Emergency Response Services and Solutions contract #CTR077095

Figure 4: Tidal Basin Contract Performance

Michael Baker International and ICF confirm they have not had a contract terminated for default in the past 10 years or had a contract terminated for convenience, non-performance, non-allocation of funds, or any other reason in the past 5 years.

1.8

SUMMARY OF BIDDER’S CORPORATE EXPERIENCE

The bidder should provide a summary matrix listing the bidder’s previous projects similar to this Solicitation in size, scope, and complexity. The State will use no more than three (3) narrative project descriptions submitted by the bidder during its evaluation of the solicitation response.

The bidder should address the following:

i. Provide narrative descriptions to highlight the similarities between the bidder’s experience and this Solicitation. These descriptions should include:

a) The time period of the project,

b) The scheduled and actual completion dates,

c) The bidder’s responsibilities,

d) For reference purposes, a customer name (including the name of a contact person, a current telephone number, a facsimile number, and e-mail address); and

e) Each project description should identify whether the work was performed as the prime Vendor or as a subcontractor.

If a bidder performed as the prime Vendor, the description should provide the originally scheduled completion date and budget, as well as the actual (or currently planned) completion date and actual (or currently planned) budget.

ii. Bidder and Subcontractor(s) experience should be listed separately. Narrative descriptions submitted for Subcontractors should be specifically identified as subcontractor projects.

iii. If the work was performed as a subcontractor, the narrative description should identify the same information as requested for the bidders above. In addition, subcontractors should identify what share of contract costs, project responsibilities, and time period were performed as a subcontractor.

Response:

Tidal Basin brings nationally recognized leadership across FEMA PA, IA, and HMA, supporting more than 250 government clients and managing over $45 billion in federally funded programs. Our experience spans complex, multi-disaster environments where technical precision, surge capacity, and disciplined program management are essential to protecting eligibility and accelerating recovery. Our work aligns directly with the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency’s vision of a resilient Nebraska built upon collaboration and communication with the whole community, and its mission to provide leadership before, during, and after disasters (Figure 5 below).

Figure 5: National FEMA Experience

Nebraska is managing multiple active disaster periods of performance with concurrent recovery, mitigation, and closeout demands. Tidal Basin is built for exactly this environment. We operate within task-order-based structures, scale staffing rapidly, and maintain continuity across long-duration recovery missions while upholding compliance and cost discipline.

In addition to sustaining complex, multi-year recovery operations, Nebraska will benefit from Tidal Basin’s rapid mobilization and operational normalization capabilities. Our mobilization model is designed to stabilize operations quickly, establish clear communication channels, deploy qualified personnel without delay, and integrate seamlessly into state-led structures. This approach has been implemented nationwide and refined through active disaster deployments to ensure immediate impact while maintaining long-term operational continuity. Following Hurricanes Helene and Milton, we initiated program services for the Florida Division of Emergency Management to support impacted communities within 24 hours. After Hurricane Beryl, Tidal Basin began damage assessment activities for the City of Wharton, Texas within 24 hours and mobilized within 72 hours to initiate debris removal operations in service to county residents. These deployments reflect our disciplined, repeatable mobilization process and our understanding that disasters impact real people. Our priority is always to stabilize operations quickly and support recovery efforts for the communities that need it most.

Upon task order issuance, Tidal Basin initiates the following accelerated mobilization sequence:

● Within 24 hours: Project Manager assigned; kickoff meeting scheduled; initial coordination call conducted.

● Within 72 hours: Staffing plan submitted; key personnel identified and prepared for deployment.

● Within 5–7 days: On-site deployment begins; integration with State workflows initiated.

● Within 14 days: Full workflow integration complete; reporting cadence and quality control processes fully operational.

● Within 3 weeks: Additional personnel are placed on standby to support expanded operations or disaster-driven surges, ensuring continuity even under evolving conditions.

● Within 4 weeks: Staffing levels are adjusted based on workload cadence. Specialized resources are deployed as needed to support eligibility review, mitigation analysis, closeout, or other program-specific requirements.

Once mobilization is complete and operational integration is established, Tidal Basin transitions immediately into a structured project management framework designed to convert early stabilization into sustained, measurable performance. Our approach ensures that staffing, workflows, reporting, and compliance controls are aligned from the outset, enabling Nebraska to move seamlessly from activation to disciplined program delivery across Public Assistance, Individual Assistance, and Hazard Mitigation operations.

The projects summarized below reflect missions comparable in size, scope, and complexity to Nebraska’s requirements. They demonstrate our ability to partner closely with state emergency management agencies, sustain multi-year FEMA program operations, and deliver technically sound, timely, and efficient support aligned with Nebraska’s goals.

Projects Matrix Tidal Basin Projects Matrix (Figure 6)

Project Client

PA/IA/HMA

Scope Match Size and

Complexity Contract

Value Prime / Sub

Period of Performance

Relevance to Nebraska

COVID-19

FEMA PA, HMA,

and Other Emergency Services

Michigan State Police/Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division

PA, HMA,

Preparedness, Closeout, Grant Management

$1.6B PA

portfolio; 500+ PA projects;

multi-program statewide support

$9M Prime 2018 – Present

Mirrors Nebraska’s PA/HMA staffing needs, eligibility reviews, documentation, financial reconciliation, and statewide support model

Maui Wildfire Disaster Response and Recovery Support Services

Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency

PA, IA, HMGP,

Debris, Housing, Contact Center Operations, EOC

Augmentation

One of the most complex disasters in Hawai‘i history; 2,200 structures destroyed;

~12,000 survivors;

2,000+ right-of-entry apps;

statewide multi-program recovery mission

$50.5M Prime 2023 – Present

Align with Nebraska’s

PA/IA/HMA

needs, including multi-program surge staffing, housing strategy, debris oversight, right-of-entry collection, call center support, and multi-agency coordination;

demonstrates capability to manage a large, high-complexity disaster with concurrent workstreams

CARES, ARPA,

PA Grant Management, and COVID-19 Closeouts

Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security

PA, Closeout, Financial Reconciliation, Compliance

2,000+ closeouts;

$2B+ expenditure reviewed; 43 PA projects totaling $715M

$15.6M Prime 2020 – Present

Aligns with Nebraska’s PA compliance, documentation QC, audit readiness, and complex financial tracking requirements

Disaster Recovery Services (PA/IA/Housing, NCS, and PMO)

Florida Division of Emergency Management

IA, PA, Housing Programs, Mitigation Coordination, Documentation, Reporting

$189M portfolio;

multi-event

PA/IA/NCS

support;

17,200+ households sheltered

$189.2M Prime 2021 – 2026 Demonstrates rapid surge staffing, strict reporting, multi-program execution, and large-scale PA/IA operational delivery

Hazard Mitigation and Disaster Recovery

State of Alaska PA, IA, HMGP (404/406), Mitigation, Closeout, Rural Support

26+ disasters;

100+ subrecipients;

$1.5B managed;

108,000 site inspections

$200M Prime 2011 – Present

Aligns strongly with PA/HMA needs, rural/subrecipient support, project formulation, QA, and long-term recovery operations

PA and HMA Technical Assistance

New York Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services

PA,

HMA/HMGP,

Closeout, Appeals, PW Development

$17.7B (Sandy) + multi-event statewide support;

1,200+ HMGP

apps; 30+ disasters

$200M Prime 2004 – Present

High-complexity PA/HMA work, large-scale PW development, closeout, and advanced mitigation, which are directly relevant to Nebraska’s multi-program needs

FEMA STEP

(Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) Program

Puerto Rico Department of Housing

IA, Housing, PA Eligibility, Documentation, QA/QC

108,000 homes repaired;

215,000 applicants engaged;

1,500 staff mobilized

$217M Prime 2018 – 2019 Demonstrates surge staffing, large-scale applicant engagement, documentation QC, and program management under FEMA rules

Disaster Case Management Program

West Virginia Emergency Management Division

IA, Case Management

Managing the disaster case management for the state for two disasters

$1.1M Prime 2025 – Present

Demonstrates IA alignment including survivor intake, recovery plan development, coordinated referral services, and manage survivor-facing casework with compliance.

Figure 6: Tidal Basin Projects Matrix

Subcontractor Projects Matrix ICF (Figure 7)

Project Client PA / IA / HMA Scope Match

Size and Complexity

Contract Value

Prime / Sub

Period of Performance

Relevance to Nebraska

State of Oklahoma Office of Risk Management and Department of Emergency Management

State of OK FEMA PA, Grant Management, Mitigation, and HMA for Multiple Disasters

Managing three federally declared disasters for

FEMA PA,

Grants Management and Mitigation and HMGP Funding across s all open HMA projects we've been supporting

$1.1M ICF,

Prime

2025 – Present

Aligns with Nebraska’s PA compliance, documentation QC, audit readiness, and complex financial tracking requirements.

GM/Closeout for:

$53,006,933.21

State of Louisiana Office of Risk Management

State of LA FEMA PA, Grant Management, Mitigation for Multiple Disasters

Closeout of over

8,400 FEMA

projects, valued at more than $4 billion.

$85M ICF,

Prime

2005 - Present

Aligns with Nebraska’s PA compliance, documentation QC, audit readiness, and complex financial tracking requirements.

Puerto Rico

COR3

Federal Recipient

Commonwealth of Puerto Rico

FEMA PA,

Grants Management, Mitigation for Multiple Disasters

Managing more than $38B in obligations and disbursement of approximately $13B.

$575M ICF,

Prime

2018 – Present

Aligns with Nebraska’s PA compliance, documentation QC, audit readiness, and complex financial tracking requirements.

Figure 7: ICF Project Matrix

MBI (Figure 8) Project Client PA / IA /

HMA

Scope Match

Size and Complexity

Contract Value

Prime / Sub

Period of Performance

Relevance to Nebraska

Direct Technical Assistance to State of Nebraska and FEMA Region

FEMA FEMA HMA Direct technical assistance to multiple states including Nebraska

$150M Resilience Action Partners

(JV

Michael Baker and Ogilvy), Prime

2015 – 2025 Aligns with Nebraska HMA needs, technical assistance, FEMA compliance, and mitigation projects.

Figure 8: MBI Projects Matrix

Tidal Basin Projects – Narrative Description Michigan State Police/Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (EMHSD): FEMA PA, HMA, and Preparedness Time Period of the Project: 10/2018 – Present

Work Performed As: Prime

Reference Customer Name: Captain Kevin Sweeney, State Director, Facsimile number: N/A, sweeneyk@michigan.gov | 517.719.1195

Project Description and Bidder’s Responsibilities Since 2018, Tidal Basin has supported the Michigan State Police / Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD) under an as-needed IDIQ contract providing FEMA PA, hazard mitigation, preparedness planning, and statewide grant management support. Task orders are issued based on evolving disaster recovery and mitigation needs, consistent with a flexible, surge-capable contract structure.

FEMA PA

Tidal Basin provided staff augmentation and technical assistance to support Recipient-level review, reimbursement processing, and closeout for multiple federally declared disasters.

During DR-4494 (COVID-19), the State of Michigan submitted more than 500 Public Assistance projects totaling over $1.6 billion.

Beginning in May 2021, Tidal Basin augmented State staff to manage the substantial project review and processing workload generated by the pandemic. Tidal Basin performed Recipient-level review of subrecipient project submissions, processed reimbursement requests, and supported project closeout activities in coordination with MSP/EMHSD. The team maintained consistent communication through weekly coordination meetings with State Public Assistance staff and provided detailed reporting and worklogs to ensure transparency, accountability, and timely progression of projects through the review and reimbursement process.

Additional disaster support included:

● DR-4381 – 139 projects totaling $42 million

● DR-4547 – 139 projects totaling $34 million

● DR-4607 – 103 projects totaling $40 million

Tidal Basin also supported development and implementation of Michigan’s Public Assistance Grants Management system, enabling improved transparency for payment status tracking, quarterly reporting, and closeout processes.

Hazard Mitigation and Infrastructure Resilience Tidal Basin supported statewide mitigation and infrastructure resilience initiatives coordinated through MSP/EMHSD by developing and administering a Retail Fuel Station Generator grant program designed to enhance continuity of operations during energy disruptions. As part of this effort, Tidal Basin established eligibility requirements, developed program guidance and grant materials, and evaluated applications for compliance with program criteria. The team also conducted Critical Infrastructure Generator Assessments to strengthen backup power capabilities across the state, utilizing U.S. Army Corps of Engineers emergency power assessment tools to scope data collection and facilitate on-site generator studies of state assets. In addition, Tidal Basin supported Energy Assurance Program development and created Local Energy Assurance Planning (LEAP) templates and toolkits to assist jurisdictions in developing resilience strategies. These initiatives were reinforced through facilitation of statewide stakeholder coordination committees to enhance communication and collaboration among public and private sector partners. Collectively, this work strengthened Michigan’s infrastructure resilience and improved continuity of operations during emergency events.

Preparedness, Planning, and Statewide Coordination Tidal Basin supported MSP/EMHSD in updating and developing multiple emergency management and homeland security planning documents, including:

• Pandemic Base Annex updates to ten State emergency management plans

• Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Pandemic Response Plan updates

• Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA)

• Stakeholder Preparedness Report (SPR) for FEMA submission

• Development of Michigan’s 2020–2025 Strategic Plan

Tidal Basin also facilitated and developed a comprehensive COVID-19 After-Action Report / Improvement Plan (AAR/IP), conducting 40 stakeholder interviews across 30 departments and coordinating data analysis with subject matter experts.

In March 2025, Tidal Basin provided Emergency Operations Center (EOC) support during statewide ice storm response operations, augmenting State coordination capacity during active disaster response.

Scheduled and Actual Completion Dates and Budget This work began in 2018 under an as-needed IDIQ contract with no end date, and the client issuing task orders for evolving disaster recovery/mitigation needs. The contract has been renewed through August 2026, with all task order deliverables completed within the required timeframes. The original budget of $5M increased to $9M as the State expanded the scope to support long-term FEMA PA operations, COVID-19 response and recovery, statewide mitigation initiatives, and grant management needs. The anticipated contract end date is August 2026.

Similarity to Nebraska’s Scope Tidal Basin’s engagement with MSP/EMHSD closely mirrors Nebraska’s anticipated need for FEMA Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation technical support delivered under a flexible, task-order-based IDIQ structure. Under a contract with no guaranteed workload, Tidal Basin integrated directly into State operations to provide staff augmentation for high-volume PA project review, reimbursement processing, and closeout while simultaneously supporting mitigation grant administration and infrastructure resilience initiatives. The team developed and supported grant management systems, administered generator and resilience-focused programs, and prepared FEMA-required THIRA and SPR submissions to maintain federal compliance and strategic alignment. In addition, Tidal Basin provided surge capacity during active disaster operations, including Emergency Operations Center support, and maintained ongoing coordination with State emergency management leadership to ensure responsiveness and operational continuity. This experience demonstrates Tidal Basin’s ability to embed within a State agency, manage complex FEMA grant portfolios, administer mitigation-related initiatives, and scale resources in response to evolving disaster conditions directly aligning with Nebraska’s requirement for disciplined, scalable, and technically sound disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery program support. Please see Figure 9 below for more key project highlights and services.

Figure 9: Key Project Highlights and Services

Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency: Maui Wildfire Disaster Response and Recovery Support Services Time Period of the Project 08/2023 – Present

Managed more than 500 FEMA PA projects totaling $1.6B, including eligibility reviews, reimbursement processing, and closeout support.

Developed and implemented a statewide PA grants management system to streamline documentation, compliance reviews, reporting, and payment tracking.

Updated 10 statewide emergency management and homeland security plans and facilitated the State’s THIRA, SPR, and COVID-19 After-Action Report through extensive stakeholder engagement.

Completed Benefit-Cost Analyses and coordinated data collection and technical support for the State’s BRIC, FMA, and HMGP mitigation grant applications.

Key Project Highlights and Services

Work Performed As Prime

Reference Customer Name: James DS Barros, Administrator, Facsimile number: N/A, James.Barros@Hawaii.gov | 808.733.4300

Project Description and Bidder’s Responsibilities Tidal Basin is supporting the State of Hawai‘i in response to the 2023 Maui Wildfire by providing statewide staffing, project management, technical assistance, and survivor-facing services under a recovery staffing and technical assistance contract with the Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency (HIEMA). Tidal Basin rapidly surged personnel to implement new programs, manage high-volume survivor services, and coordinate multi-agency recovery operations within FEMA’s regulatory framework during a complex, high-tempo disaster environment.

FEMA PA

Tidal Basin provides end-to-end PA technical support, including development and submission of PA reimbursement requests, documentation review, eligibility analysis, cost estimation, and coordination with FEMA. The team delivers project management and executive-level advisory services to maintain regulatory compliance, accelerate project formulation, and guide policy interpretation throughout evolving recovery operations. In addition, Tidal Basin supports debris monitoring and oversight for more than 1,100 properties, ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and cultural requirements.

IA and Survivor Services Tidal Basin provides technical assistance in support of FEMA Individual Assistance programs, including survivor navigation, unmet needs intake, and cross-program referral coordination. The firm established and operates a high-volume contact center staffed 16 hours per day to manage inbound and outbound calls, right-of-entry (ROE) collection, eligibility support, and program guidance. Tidal Basin conducts identity verification, insurance validation, and documentation review for thousands of survivors using secure data systems to ensure program integrity and compliance.

Housing Mission (Interim and Non-Congregate Sheltering) Tidal Basin developed both the Hawai‘i State Disaster Housing Strategy and the Maui Wildfire Housing Strategy and supports implementation of statewide housing programs, including non-congregate sheltering (NCS), rental assistance, and interim housing initiatives. Through structured case reviews and coordinated placements, the team transitioned more than 3,000 survivors from non-congregate sheltering into stable intermediate housing and processed more than 1,800 housing-related applications and eligibility reviews.

Hazard Mitigation Assistance Tidal Basin assists the State and Maui County in developing Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) requests aligned with wildfire impacts, infrastructure resilience needs, and long-term recovery priorities. The team provides technical support to advance mitigation initiatives consistent with FEMA regulatory requirements.

Infrastructure and Debris Operations Under the Private Property Debris Removal mission, Tidal Basin manages end-to-end right-of-entry (ROE) intake and processing activities, including in-person collection, digital intake, identity verification, and completeness review. The team processed approximately 2,100 ROE applications in less than nine months and supported debris removal totaling approximately 400,000 tons transported to the State’s permanent disposal site. Tidal Basin coordinates closely with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and state and county partners to maintain compliance with cultural, environmental, and community standards.

Technology Systems and Reporting Tidal Basin implemented its technology platform as the digital system of record for survivor support, ROE management, housing data, and operational reporting. The team developed customized forms, dashboards, workflows, and integrations to support eligibility reviews, case tracking, and executive-level situation awareness.

EOC Staff Augmentation and Multi-Agency Coordination Tidal Basin provides staffing support within the State Emergency Operations Center, including logistics, planning, and coordination with federal and private-sector partners. The firm delivers executive advisory services to support client leadership in policy development, operational prioritization, and interagency coordination.

Scheduled and Actual Completion Dates and Budget This work was performed under HIEMA’s multi-year, as-needed recovery staffing and technical assistance contract, originally awarded to Tidal Basin in 2013 and re-contracted in 2020 to continue providing statewide recovery support. Prior to the Maui wildfires, the contract supported steady, moderate-scale recovery operations valued at ~$100,000. Beginning in August 2023, HIEMA activated significant additional recovery and technology services in response to one of the most complex disasters in Hawai‘i’s history. These expanded mission needs resulted in several task order modifications and an increase to a cumulative not-to-exceed value of ~$50.5M, reflecting HIEMA’s evolving operational requirements and the necessity for sustained, around-the-clock support. Although the original 90-day performance period was limited in scope, HIEMA extended the period of performance through successive supplemental agreements, ultimately continuing services through June 30, 2025, to maintain continuity across debris operations, temporary housing, eligibility reviews, survivor outreach, and construction oversight. In late 2025, HIEMA re-contracted with Tidal Basin, issuing a new contract vehicle to continue long-term recovery staffing and technical assistance services with contract ending June 30, 2031. All schedule extensions and budget adjustments were initiated by HIEMA to meet mission-critical demands and were not the result of performance delays. Tidal Basin met every schedule established by HIEMA and maintained uninterrupted operational readiness across all activated workstreams.

Similarity to Nebraska’s Scope This project demonstrates Tidal Basin’s ability to deliver high-volume PA/IA/HMA services, deploy surge personnel rapidly, manage complex documentation requirements, coordinate across multiple agencies, and sustain operations throughout evolving disaster conditions. Like Nebraska, Hawaiʻi relies on task order activation and multi-program staffing needs, including PA formulation, closeout, mitigation integration, and stringent compliance requirements. The scale, complexity, and pace of the HIEMA engagement strongly mirror Nebraska’s expectations for rapid mobilization, structured workflows, and disciplined technical execution. Please see Figure 10 below for more key project highlights and services.

Figure 10: Key Project Highlights and Services

Supported 15 major disaster declarations over an 11-year period, providing statewide FEMA PA, debris, housing, IA, and recovery program management for more than $4.3 billion in disaster funding.

Delivered comprehensive response and recovery support for the 2023 Maui Wildfires, including PA, IA, debris management, survivor services, housing program development, and PMO operations.

Implemented survivor data systems to manage ROE collection, housing casework, and unmet needs coordination across state…