Disaster Recovery Plan Update [P-63702]

The City of Pasadena is seeking qualified firms to assist in updating its IT Disaster Recovery (DR) Plan, a critical component maintained by the Department of Information Technology. The current plan requires modernization to reflect recent technological advancements, operational shifts, and work style changes, notably increased reliance on cloud technologies and remote work arrangements. The engagement aims to leverage industry experts to thoroughly analyze and revise the existing DR Plan, ensuring it incorporates comprehensive business continuity planning elements. The goal is to develop an integrated approach that emphasizes operational resiliency, enabling the city to effectively mitigate the impacts of potential disasters through coordinated recovery and continuity strategies. The contract, identified as Disaster Recovery Plan Update [P-63702], is a solicitation issued under the number 2024-RFP-0647, with a posting date of October 28, 2024, and a response deadline of November 26, 2024. It is a project with a budget range between $50,000 and $200,000, and it falls under the NAICS code 812990, indicating a focus on other services not classified elsewhere. The procurement process requires vendors to submit comprehensive documentation, including declarations of non-collusion, disclosures related to conflicts of interest and taxpayer protections, and detailed experience demonstrating their capacity to handle projects of similar scope. Key personnel and sub-consultants involved in the project must be identified, and bidders are expected to provide relevant project experience to support their qualifications. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Michael Royer, reachable via email or phone, with additional project details accessible through the city’s procurement portal.