Environmental Justice Assessment for the 2026-2030 Action Agenda for PSP

The Puget Sound Partnership is seeking a qualified entity to conduct an Environmental Justice Assessment to inform the development of the 2026-2030 Action Agenda. Mandated by the 2021 Healthy Environments for All Act, this project focuses on procuring feedback from overburdened communities and vulnerable populations to ensure policies and programs directly impact environmental justice. The selected contractor will be responsible for identifying priority audiences, engaging these communities, and generating recommendations in compliance with federal regulations and state mandates. The project is expected to run through December 31, 2025, with a total budget not to exceed 100,000 dollars, although the agency retains the option to extend the performance period for up to two additional one-year terms if funding permits. Award decisions are based on a best-value trade-off approach rather than the lowest price, with a scoring system heavily weighted toward the technical proposal and management capabilities, which together account for 90 percent of the total score. Key requirements include strict adherence to state cybersecurity standards for environmental data, the use of the Access Equity system for subcontractor payment reporting, and a commitment to utilizing diverse businesses. Deliverables must be approved by the agency project manager and include proper credit to the EPA and Puget Sound Partnership. The contract includes specific provisions for payment withholding, where 10 percent of reimbursements may be held until final satisfactory completion is verified.