13350-20241121133327 MSP

Main Street Pearl is soliciting responses for a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for grant compliance services related to the Mississippi Main Street Revitalization Grant Program, with funds originating from the Department of Finance and Administration. The procurement specifically involves Tate County, Mississippi, and seeks a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive grant compliance support. The RFQ was posted on November 21, 2024, with proposals due by December 6, 2024, requiring interested parties to submit their qualifications via email to Stacy Smith, the Executive Director of Main Street Pearl. Potential respondents must demonstrate expertise in managing grant compliance processes, particularly for funds allocated under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The evaluation criteria will likely focus on the vendor's qualifications, technical approach, and ability to ensure proper administration and reporting of grant funds. Submissions will be assessed based on both qualitative factors and pricing considerations.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the available documentation, the procurement appears to be open to qualified professional services firms with demonstrated experience in grant compliance and municipal funding programs. The contract will require adherence to federal regulations, specifically the contract terms outlined in 2 C.F.R. Part 200, Appendix II, which suggests a rigorous compliance framework. No incumbent vendors are identified in the current documentation, and the potential award value is not precisely specified. The scope suggests this is a professional services contract focused on ensuring proper management and reporting of Mississippi Main Street Revitalization Grant Program funds. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive understanding of governmental grant compliance, reporting mechanisms, and the specific requirements associated with American Rescue Plan Act funding allocations.