Fire Recovery and Resiliency Management

The City of Talent, Oregon, through the Rogue Valley Council of Governments, is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to procure an independent contractor to serve as Director of Fire Recovery and Resiliency. The primary objective is to secure a qualified professional who will report directly to the City Council and develop comprehensive long-range recovery plans following recent fire damage. Key deliverables include creating housing recovery strategies, coordinating with partner agencies, expanding disaster recovery funding opportunities, and providing administrative support. Required qualifications include extensive experience in public sector administration, demonstrable skills in facilitating long-range planning, developing housing and recovery timelines, and effectively collaborating with multiple partner agencies. The RFQ outlines specific proposal evaluation criteria, including individual/firm qualifications, member experience, service understanding, firm availability, fee structure, and professional references. Proposals were originally due by September 29, 2021, with the City planning to complete evaluation by October 5, 2021, and potentially conducting interviews with qualified contractors. The City intends to select the proposer offering the best overall value, benefit, convenience, and service.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types were explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the procurement appears open to individual contractors and firms with relevant public sector experience. The contract will likely be structured as either an AIA B151 Contract for projects exceeding $150,000 or a Personal Services Contract for projects under $150,000. No incumbent vendors or existing technology integration requirements were specified in the provided materials. The documentation does not provide a precise budget range or award value, though the contract's scope suggests a significant investment in fire recovery and resiliency management. The procurement is specifically focused on Jackson County, Oregon, and is tailored to address recovery efforts following recent fire damage in the City of Talent. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive expertise in disaster recovery planning, housing reconstruction strategies, and interagency collaboration.