Rhode Island College - Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

Rhode Island College (RIC) is seeking a qualified contractor to perform a comprehensive Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) for its campus located in Providence County, Rhode Island. The procurement involves conducting a detailed security and emergency preparedness assessment, which includes reviewing and updating the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and performing a comprehensive Security Operations Assessment. The primary objectives are to enhance campus safety, ensure regulatory compliance, and develop robust emergency management protocols. The Request for Proposal (RFP25005240) was released on March 4, 2025, with vendor questions accepted until March 14, 2025, and proposal submissions due by April 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM EDT. Evaluation criteria will focus on technical merit, cost effectiveness, and the contractor's capabilities in emergency management and risk assessment. The anticipated contract term will commence approximately July 1, 2025, for a one-year period, with the project to be delivered to RIC's main campus at 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue in Providence.

The procurement has specific requirements for vendor participation, including registration in the Ocean State Procures electronic system and compliance with state regulations on equal opportunity and affirmative action. There are set-aside provisions for Inclusive Small Business Enterprise (ISBE) participation, which will be factored into the proposal evaluation. Vendors must maintain specific insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in general liability per occurrence, workers' compensation, and automobile liability. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the state reserves the right to award the contract based on the most advantageous proposal, considering technical capabilities, cost, and ISBE utilization rates. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed in the available documentation, the comprehensive nature of the assessment suggests a significant investment in campus safety and emergency preparedness infrastructure.