Emergency Management Program Coordinator (EMPC)

The Nebraska Military Department (G3-Protection Branch) is requesting proposals for an Emergency Management Program Coordinator service contract, with proposals due October 9, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Central Time for in-person delivery to the Nebraska Army National Guard G3/J3 Conference Room in Lincoln.

The EMPC will implement, synchronize, integrate, and sustain an all-hazards emergency management program at the state level and subordinate Army National Guard installations. Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining emergency response plans, establishing Emergency Management Working Groups, conducting risk and vulnerability assessments, managing training programs, coordinating with federal, state, local, and tribal agencies, developing Memoranda of Agreement/Understanding, and conducting annual exercises and assessments. The coordinator must be designated in writing, experienced in Emergency Management operations, and have completed training specified by the Army National Guard Office of Primary Responsibility (ARNG-ODP). Authorized costs include state employee salaries, approved overtime consistent with state personnel policy, and costs associated with required Emergency Management certifications, examinations, licensing, and ARNG-approved training attendance. Unauthorized activities include procurement of uniforms and non-authorized Emergency Management equipment.

The initial contract term is one year from execution, with four one-year renewal options available upon mutual agreement. Pricing must be submitted on a prescribed cost sheet, with the first-year price fixed and subject to a maximum two percent increase annually thereafter, supported by written justification submitted at least 120 days prior to contract period end. All pricing is net and F.O.B. destination; the State assumes no tax liability.

The vendor must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including Workers' Compensation ($500,000/$500,000/$500,000), Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Commercial Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit), Umbrella/Excess Liability ($2,000,000 per occurrence), Professional Liability ($1,000,000 per claim/aggregate), Commercial Crime ($250,000), and Cyber Liability ($1,000,000). An Intent to Award will be posted October 13, 2026, with contract execution expected by November 1, 2026. The contract is not exclusive; the State reserves the right to contract for the same or similar services from other sources and may terminate for loss of appropriations or cause.