Forerunner Floodplain Management Software

*** THIS IS NOT A BID *** The description of services intended for purchase from a single source is posted in accordance with section 3.9, Procurement Ordinance 25-11, and will be posted for a minimum of 15 business days. Commodity or Service Required: Floodplain Management Software Description: Lee County Department of Community Development is seeking to execute a single source purchase for software that allows municipalities to efficiently manage their floodplain management programs, monitor aspects of compliance with the National Flood Insurance Program, consolidates property-level flood risk information to streamline floodplain management, support disaster recovery efforts, educate residents, and streamline activities related to the Community Rating System program. Services needed include but are not limited to software and services, on-boarding, support, license, customization, and consulting & termination. Intended Single Source: Forerunner Industries, Inc. Justification for Single Source Acquisition: Forerunner Industries is the sole provider of its proprietary Floodplain Management platform. The software offers a unique combination of FEMA compliant workflows, CRS aligned tools, repetitive loss area processes, substantial damage evaluation capabilities, automated elevation certificate processing, storm response features, and an integrated public information website. These functions are purpose built for Floodplain Management programs and are not available collectively from any other vendor. Recommended Procurement Approach: For the reason(s) stated above, Lee County Procurement Management intends to utilize the Single Source Procurement method to purchase from Forerunner Industries, Inc. to supply the above. Respond to: If your firm feels they have the ability to supply the above, please contact Kevin Walker, Lee County Procurement Management at [email protected] for review.