Public Health Disaster Preparedness Plans

Wake County, North Carolina, is soliciting proposals under RFP 26-095 for qualified consulting firms to provide planning support services for Wake County Public Health. The objective is to review, revise, and validate multiple public health preparedness plans and supporting documents using a phased approach. Key deliverables include the Medical Countermeasures Plan, which is the highest priority for Phase 2, as well as the Local Receiving Site Annex, Points of Dispensing Annexes, and the Mass Care Standard Operating Procedure. The project aims to modernize existing plans by incorporating lessons learned from COVID-19 and ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local guidance, including NIMS, NRF, PHEP capabilities, and CDC standards. The contract is intended for a one-year initial term with the option to renew annually for up to five years, with a tentative project kickoff in January 2027. Proposals will be evaluated based on compliance with RFP requirements, proven knowledge of emergency management and public health preparedness, client references in the government sector, and cost effectiveness. Awardees must meet stringent insurance requirements, including cyber liability coverage of 3 million dollars and professional liability of 2 million dollars aggregate. Additionally, firms must certify compliance with the Iran Divestment Act, Israel Boycott regulations, and E-Verify requirements. Proposals must be submitted via the WC Bonfire System by November 12, 2026.