Cherokee County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update - Proposal # 2027-05 (2026)
Cherokee CountyCounty · Gaffney, SC- Due
- Oct 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Abi Reid
- (864) 902-2299
The 30-second brief
Cherokee County, South Carolina invites competitive proposals for professional planning and consulting services to update its Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan under FEMA-4829-DR-SC, Project 0012. The selected consultant will lead a FEMA-compliant planning process adhering to 44 CFR Part 201, coordinate a planning review team with public and critical-infrastructure partners, update risk and vulnerability assessments incorporating Hurricane Helene lessons learned, conduct public and stakeholder engagement, and prepare all materials for State and FEMA review, local adoption, final approval, and grant closeout support. Proposals are due by Friday, October 23rd, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. EST, with questions due by September 30th, 2026. The approved total project cost is $73,500.
Project management package, Participation and engagement plan, Existing-plan and prior-action assessment, Risk, Vulnerability, And capability assessment, Mitigation strategy, Administrative draft plan, State/FEMA review draft, Review response packages, Adoption package, Final approved plan and archive, Implementation/maintenance guide
Project understanding and technical approach (30%), Comparable experience and performance (25%), Schedule, capacity, and key personnel (25%), Price and cost effectiveness (15%), Responsiveness and quality of proposal (5%)
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Summary
Cherokee County, South Carolina invites competitive proposals for professional planning and consulting services to update its Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan under FEMA-4829-DR-SC, Project 0012.
The selected consultant will lead a FEMA-compliant planning process adhering to 44 CFR Part 201, coordinate a planning review team with public and critical-infrastructure partners, update risk and vulnerability assessments incorporating Hurricane Helene lessons learned, conduct public and stakeholder engagement, and prepare all materials for State and FEMA review, local adoption, final approval, and grant closeout support. Proposals are due by Friday, October 23rd, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. EST, with questions due by September 30th, 2026. The approved total project cost is $73,500.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Project management package
- Participation and engagement plan
- Existing-plan and prior-action assessment
- Risk
- Vulnerability
- Capability assessment
- Mitigation strategy
- Administrative draft plan
- State/FEMA review draft
- Review response packages
- Adoption package
- Final approved plan and archive
- Implementation/maintenance guide
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Proposal Certification Form
- Price Proposal Form
- Reference Form
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- W9 form
- Workers Compensation Insurance Coverage
- Federal certifications
- Submit to
- Administration Office in the Cherokee County Administration Building, 110 Railroad Avenue, 2nd Floor, Gaffney, South Carolina 29340
- Scope location
- Gaffney, South Carolina
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Cherokee County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 23, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Administration Office in the Cherokee County Administration Building, 110 Railroad Avenue, 2nd Floor, Gaffney, South Carolina 29340. For questions, contact Abi Reid.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Cherokee County in SC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Abi Reid at (864) 902-2299. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project management package, Participation and engagement plan, Existing-plan and prior-action assessment, Risk, Vulnerability, And capability assessment, Mitigation strategy, Administrative draft plan, State/FEMA review draft, Review response packages, Adoption package, Final approved plan and archi. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Project understanding and technical approach (30%), Comparable experience and performance (25%), Schedule, capacity, and key personnel (25%), Price and cost effectiveness (15%), Responsiveness and qua..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cherokee County?
All active and historical solicitations from Cherokee County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Cherokee County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposal Certification Form, Price Proposal Form, Reference Form, Certificate of Liability Insurance, W9 form, Workers Compensation Insurance Coverage, Federal certifications. Review the full document from Cherokee County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gaffney, South Carolina. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.