Houghton County Office of Emergency Measures Hazard Mitigation Plan RFO 2025
City of KimballCity · Kimball, NE- Due
- Dec 1, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 31, 2025
- Primary contact
- Christopher VanArsdale
- (906) 482-6400
The 30-second brief
Houghton County Office of Emergency Measures, on behalf of six Michigan counties, is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified contractors to prepare six individual, FEMA- and State of Michigan-compliant Hazard Mitigation Plans (HMPs).
Six FEMA-approved Hazard Mitigation Plans (one per county), Digital and hard-copy versions (5 copies) of each plan, Letters to each political sub-division requesting their adoption of the county approved plan, Presentations (as requested) to county or township/city boards of the final plan
Relevant experience with hazard mitigation planning – 40%, Quality of stakeholder engagement strategy – 30%, Demonstrated knowledge of FEMA/MSP/EMHSD planning requirements – 20%, Capacity to meet project timeline – 10%
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Summary
Houghton County Office of Emergency Measures, on behalf of six Michigan counties, is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified contractors to prepare six individual, FEMA- and State of Michigan-compliant Hazard Mitigation Plans (HMPs).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Relevant experience with hazard mitigation planning – 40%, Quality of stakeholder engagement strategy – 30%, Demonstrated knowledge of FEMA/MSP/EMHSD planning requirements – 20%, Capacity to meet project timeline – 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Six FEMA-approved Hazard Mitigation Plans (one per county), Digital and hard-copy versions (5 copies) of each plan, Letters to each political sub-division requesting their adoption of the county approved plan, Presentations (as requested) to county or township/city boards of the final plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Letter of Interest
- Qualifications and Experience (including references for similar projects)
- Proposed Approach to Stakeholder Engagement
- Project Team and Key Personnel
- Project Management and Timeline
- Examples of Past FEMA-Approved Plans (if available)
- Submit to
- Houghton County Office of Emergency Measures, Houghton County Sheriff's Office, 403 E. Houghton Ave., Houghton, MI 49931
- Scope location
- Houghton County, Michigan; Keweenaw County, Michigan; Iron County, Michigan; Baraga County, Michigan; Ontonagon County, Michigan; Gogebic County, Michigan
- Reported agency
- Houghton County Office of Emergency Measures
Questions about this RFO
How do I respond to this RFO from City of Kimball?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2025. 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: Houghton County Office of Emergency Measures, Houghton County Sheriff's Office, 403 E. Houghton Ave., Houghton, MI 49931. For questions, contact Christopher VanArsdale.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFO?
Most government agencies, including City of Kimball in NE, 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 RFO 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 Christopher VanArsdale at (906) 482-6400. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Six FEMA-approved Hazard Mitigation Plans (one per county), Digital and hard-copy versions (5 copies) of each plan, Letters to each political sub-division requesting their adoption of the county approved plan, Presentations (as requested) to county or township/city boards of the final plan. 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: "Relevant experience with hazard mitigation planning – 40%, Quality of stakeholder engagement strategy – 30%, Demonstrated knowledge of FEMA/MSP/EMHSD planning requirements – 20%, Capacity to meet proj..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Kimball?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Kimball are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Kimball regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFO?
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: Letter of Interest, Qualifications and Experience (including references for similar projects), Proposed Approach to Stakeholder Engagement, Project Team and Key Personnel, Project Management and Timel. Review the full document from City of Kimball for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Houghton County, Michigan; Keweenaw County, Michigan; Iron County, Michigan; Baraga County, Michigan; Ontonagon County, Michigan; Gogebic County, Michigan. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.