2028 Hazard Mitigation Plan Consultant

Hall County, Georgia, is seeking a qualified consultant to provide professional services for the development of the 2028 Hazard Mitigation Plan. The selected contractor will be responsible for creating an updated plan that addresses all previous FEMA recommended revisions, establishing a critical facility inventory and mapping within the Georgia Mitigation Information System, and completing GEMA/HS Worksheets 3A for all participating jurisdictions and identified hazards. The project must comply with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000, FEMA Plan Guidance, and current federal regulations, culminating in a plan that receives state recommendation and FEMA approval. The procurement process, identified as RFQ/P 47-013, utilizes a weighted evaluation system where technical qualifications account for 70 percent and the cost proposal accounts for 30 percent of the total score. Bidders must be legally authorized to operate in Georgia and provide a letter of bondability, as the awarded contractor is required to furnish performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract value. The contract is a firm and fixed-price agreement, with payments issued net 30 days in arrears following the acceptance of monthly invoices. Compliance requirements include the submission of an Ethics Affidavit, a W-9 form, and a mandatory E-Verify Affidavit.