Peace River Electric Cooperative (PRECO), serving 72,000 homes and businesses across 10 Florida counties, is seeking a disaster response and public assistance program consulting services contract through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP). The selected consultant will provide comprehensive support for disaster recovery and federal reimbursement processes, specifically focusing on FEMA and Florida Department of Emergency Management (FDEM) grant applications and documentation. Key deliverables include responding within 48 hours of notification, developing cost tracking systems, preparing documentation for governmental agencies, assisting with grant requests, identifying mitigation measures, supporting procurement processes, and providing audit support. The proposal evaluation will be based on a 100-point system, with 25 points for cost proposal, 25 points for qualifications, 20 points for past performance, and 30 points for technical approach. The RFP was posted on February 12, 2025, with proposals due on April 15, 2025, through the VendorLink portal. The contract will be a three-year agreement with provisions for annual price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index. The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract appears open to qualified consulting firms with expertise in disaster response, public assistance program management, and federal reimbursement processes. While no incumbent vendors are specifically named, the RFP requires consultants to have demonstrated experience in working with FEMA, FDEM, and other governmental agencies during disaster recovery efforts. The contract allows for hourly rate submissions for various professional roles, including Project Executive, Project Manager, and Project Engineer. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the agreement is structured to provide flexibility in engagement, with no guaranteed minimum work volume and pricing based on an itemized rate list. The consultant will be expected to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage and comply with federal guidelines, including equal opportunity requirements and domestic procurement preferences.
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SPECIFICATIONS_FOR_DISASTER_RESPONSE__PUBLIC_ASSISTANCE_PROGRAM_CONSULTING_SERVICES.pdf | 111KB | 2/12/25 | ||
PRECO_Master_Services_Agreement-FEMA_Compliant-2025.pdf | 249KB | 2/12/25 |