Surge Staffing and Capacity Building

The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is seeking a contractor to provide surge staffing and capacity building support for its Recovery Directorate through Request for Proposal A241015093. The procurement focuses on disaster recovery and mitigation efforts specifically related to the Los Angeles County Firestorm Major Disaster Declaration (DR-4856), with potential expansion to future federally declared events. Proposers must demonstrate extensive experience in FEMA Recovery Programs, including Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation Assistance, Individual Assistance, and Recovery Support Functions, with a minimum of three years of experience accessing federal grant management systems. Key deliverables include developing training programs, documenting work procedures, and supporting professional development for Cal OES Recovery full-time staff, as well as providing specialized personnel such as Joint Field Office Specialists, Debris Removal Specialists, and Public Assistance Specialists. The contract will run from June 10, 2025, through June 9, 2028, with proposals due by May 5, 2025, and a proposed award date of May 16, 2025. The evaluation process will be comprehensive, with 70 points allocated to technical merit and 30 points to cost considerations.

The procurement demonstrates a preference for small businesses and disabled veteran business enterprises, potentially creating opportunities for these organizations to participate in the contract. While the total contract amount is not explicitly stated, the detailed cost sheet provides estimated hours for various specialist roles, suggesting a significant and comprehensive staffing approach. The jurisdictions covered include Los Angeles County, Lake Los Angeles CDP, Los Angeles City, and East Los Angeles CDP, indicating a geographically focused recovery effort. No specific incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation. The contract will require contractors to coordinate closely with FEMA and other state and federal agency partners, suggesting a collaborative and integrated approach to disaster recovery operations. Proposers will need to demonstrate not only technical expertise in disaster recovery but also the ability to rapidly deploy qualified personnel and develop supportive infrastructure for ongoing recovery efforts.