Hurricane Helene Disaster Recovery Consulting Services

The City of Thomson, located in Georgia, is soliciting competitive sealed proposals for Hurricane Helene Disaster Recovery Consulting Services, with a specific focus on professional consulting services for disaster recovery and FEMA Public Assistance. The procurement targets qualified organizations capable of providing comprehensive support for disaster recovery operations, including reporting, grant management, and mitigation services. The selected consultant must demonstrate extensive experience in disaster recovery programs and possess in-depth knowledge of FEMA's Public Assistance (PA) Program, Hazard Mitigation Program (HMP), and other federal and state programs. Key deliverables include project formulation, grant management, procurement support, IT and data management, insurance assessment, and hazard mitigation support. The contract will be an initial twelve-month term with four optional 12-month renewal periods. Proposals are due on December 6, 2024, at 2:00 PM, with the primary objective of expediting financial recovery and minimizing future disaster impacts. Evaluation criteria will likely emphasize the consultant's expertise, past performance, and understanding of federal grant compliance requirements.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract is structured as a pre-event agreement with no immediate cost to the City of Thomson, and the City does not guarantee a minimum contract value. Compensation will be based on the selected firm's rate schedule, with services potentially reimbursable as direct administrative costs. The procurement requires the selected contractor to provide performance and payment bonds and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including Title 44 Code of Federal Regulations and 2CFR 200.317 through 200.236. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract emphasizes the need for comprehensive disaster recovery expertise across FEMA programs. The scope of work suggests a flexible, on-call consulting arrangement that can be activated during future disaster events, with the primary jurisdiction being Madison County, Georgia. Prospective bidders should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive disaster recovery capabilities and a thorough understanding of FEMA's complex administrative requirements.