RFP: Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan

The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is soliciting proposals under RFP26.52129.01 for an experienced consultant to develop an Emergency Management Code and a Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP). Funded by FEMA Emergency Management Performance Grants with a budget of up to 110,000 dollars, the project aims to establish an all-hazards framework for preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. The scope focuses on Tribal government operations, including off-reservation offices, and requires the integration of Incident Command System and National Incident Management System principles. Key deliverables include a foundational CEMP, maintainable procedures for Tribal staff, and a detailed gap analysis. The anticipated award is November 2026, with a project start date in January 2027. Proposals must be submitted in PDF format to citadminrfps@cowlitz.org by October 28, 2026, at 5 p.m. PST, with all inquiries due by October 7, 2026. Evaluation is based on weighted criteria, with significant preference given to Cowlitz Tribal Member-owned businesses and other Native American-owned businesses. Required submission documents include a W-9, a certificate of insurance for at least 1 million dollars in general liability, a signed Tribal Preference Certification, and a cover letter acknowledging the Tribe's sovereign immunity. The contract is subject to strict Tribal sovereign protections, including the non-waiver of immunity and the requirement that all disputes be handled within Tribal jurisdiction.