Request for Proposals - Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Consultation Services - 26-ERC-011

Cortland County is requesting proposals from qualified consulting firms to update the Cortland County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan under RFP 26-ERC-011, with proposals due July 21, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. and written questions due July 14, 2026.

The consultant must produce a plan approvable by FEMA and the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services in compliance with 44 CFR Part 201 and current New York State mitigation planning standards. The County will utilize the MitigateNY planning framework developed by DHSES to streamline the process. The selected firm must demonstrate expertise in multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation planning, a proven track record of delivering FEMA-approvable plans, and project management capabilities to complete all planning activities within the nine-month timeline from contract execution.

Evaluation criteria include the consultant's experience with hazard mitigation planning, understanding of FEMA and New York State requirements, project management capabilities, and proposed methodology for stakeholder engagement and plan development. Proposals will be assessed on technical merit, cost-effectiveness, and ability to deliver a compliant plan within the nine-month deadline.

Sealed proposals must include one original and one electronic copy (flash drive or compact disk) submitted to the Clerk of the Legislature at Cortland County Office Building, 60 Central Avenue, Room 306, Cortland, NY 13045. All bids will be publicly opened at 2:30 p.m. on July 21, 2026 in Room 306. Bid materials, addendums, and responses are posted at http://ny-cortlandcounty.civicplus.com/Bids.aspx. No incumbent exists, as no identical or substantially similar contract has been awarded within the past five years. Specific contract value and funding sources are to be determined through proposal evaluation and negotiation.