Environmental Justice and Equity Analysis

The contract titled Environmental Justice and Equity Analysis seeks to evaluate disproportionate environmental and health burdens experienced by disadvantaged communities in Placer County, California, with a focus on identifying systemic inequities linked to pollution, infrastructure, and public health outcomes. The work will involve collecting and analyzing data on community demographics, exposure levels to environmental hazards, and health indicators to determine whether certain populations face greater risks due to historical, economic, or social factors. The goal is to produce a comprehensive assessment that clearly outlines areas where environmental policy has disproportionately affected marginalized groups. Based on the findings, the contractor is expected to recommend actionable, equitable policy solutions aimed at reducing these disparities and promoting environmental justice. The scope requires deep engagement with affected communities to ensure their lived experiences inform the analysis and recommendations. The effort is tied to a NAICS code of 541620, indicating it is a scientific and technical consulting service, and is structured as a subcontract under Placer County’s initiative, with performance focused in the 95603 zip code area. The work must align with state and federal environmental justice goals, and the results will serve as a foundation for future regulatory decisions, funding allocations, and community resilience programs.