Maury County Office of Emergency Management - Hazardous Materials Commodity Flow Study RFP 2026
Maury CountyCounty · Maury County, TN- Due
- Oct 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jeff Hardy
- (931) 375-1000
The 30-second brief
Maury County Office of Emergency Management is seeking competitive proposals from qualified firms to conduct a comprehensive Hazardous Materials Commodity Flow Study for highway transportation corridors throughout Maury County, Tennessee. The study will identify and assess the types, quantities, routes, frequency, and patterns of hazardous materials transported by highway and evaluate current response capabilities, equipment needs, resource placement, training needs, and future preparedness requirements over a five-year forecast. The base contract includes project initiation and work plan, data collection and research, highway field assessment, stakeholder engagement, commodity flow analysis, response capability assessment, gap analysis, equipment and resource recommendations, and a five-year forecast. Proposals are due by Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 2:00 pm, and must be submitted to the Maury County Purchasing Office in Columbia, Tennessee. Evaluation criteria include understanding of project and technical approach, qualifications and similar experience, project manager and personnel qualifications, methodology, project schedule, and cost.
Project Work Plan, Preliminary Findings, Response Capability Assessment, Gap Analysis, Equipment and Resource Recommendations, Five-Year Forecast, Final Commodity Flow Study, Supporting Electronic Data
Understanding of Project and Technical Approach 25%, Qualifications and Similar Experience 20%, Project Manager and Personnel Qualifications 15%, Commodity Flow/Data Collection Methodology 15%, Project Schedule and Ability to Perform 10%, Cost / Overall Value 15%
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Summary
Maury County Office of Emergency Management is seeking competitive proposals from qualified firms to conduct a comprehensive Hazardous Materials Commodity Flow Study for highway transportation corridors throughout Maury County, Tennessee.
The study will identify and assess the types, quantities, routes, frequency, and patterns of hazardous materials transported by highway and evaluate current response capabilities, equipment needs, resource placement, training needs, and future preparedness requirements over a five-year forecast. The base contract includes project initiation and work plan, data collection and research, highway field assessment, stakeholder engagement, commodity flow analysis, response capability assessment, gap analysis, equipment and resource recommendations, and a five-year forecast. Proposals are due by Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 2:00 pm, and must be submitted to the Maury County Purchasing Office in Columbia, Tennessee. Evaluation criteria include understanding of project and technical approach, qualifications and similar experience, project manager and personnel qualifications, methodology, project schedule, and cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Understanding of Project and Technical Approach 25%
- Qualifications and Similar Experience 20%
- Project Manager and Personnel Qualifications 15%
- Commodity Flow/Data Collection Methodology 15%
- Project Schedule and Ability to Perform 10%
- Cost / Overall Value 15%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Project Work Plan
- Preliminary Findings
- Response Capability Assessment
- Gap Analysis
- Equipment and Resource Recommendations
- Five-Year Forecast
- Final Commodity Flow Study
- Supporting Electronic Data
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Proposal Cover Sheet
- Signed Proposal
- Base Contract Cost Proposal
- Optional Services Cost Proposal
- Project Manager Resume
- Relevant Project References
- Subcontractor Information
- Conflict-of-Interest Disclosure
- Optional Title VI Information for Proposer
- Affidavits Acknowledgement Pages
- Submit to
- Maury County Purchasing Office, 10 Public Square, Second Floor, Columbia, TN 38401
- Scope location
- Columbia, TN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Maury County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 8, 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: Maury County Purchasing Office, 10 Public Square, Second Floor, Columbia, TN 38401. For questions, contact Jeff Hardy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Maury County in TN, 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 Jeff Hardy at (931) 375-1000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project Work Plan, Preliminary Findings, Response Capability Assessment, Gap Analysis, Equipment and Resource Recommendations, Five-Year Forecast, Final Commodity Flow Study, Supporting Electronic Data. 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: "Understanding of Project and Technical Approach 25%, Qualifications and Similar Experience 20%, Project Manager and Personnel Qualifications 15%, Commodity Flow/Data Collection Methodology 15%, Projec..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Maury County?
All active and historical solicitations from Maury County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Maury 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 1 year. 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 Cover Sheet, Signed Proposal, Base Contract Cost Proposal, Optional Services Cost Proposal, Project Manager Resume, Relevant Project References, Subcontractor Information, Conflict-of-Interes. Review the full document from Maury 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: Columbia, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.