Description
The Clayton County Board of Commissioners is seeking a qualified firm to provide services for the update of the Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan must be in accordance with federal, state, and local standards, including the Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000. The successful consultant will provide all planning services necessary to complete and submit an updated plan that meets the requirements of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and be approved for eligibility for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program and other funding.
The scope of work includes:
• Updating the existing plan to meet current standards and requirements
• Conducting a hazard vulnerability assessment
• Developing strategies to reduce or eliminate long-term risks to human life and property from natural hazards
• Providing a plan that serves as a guide for decision-makers to commit resources to reducing the effects of natural hazards
• Ensuring the plan is eligible for FEMA approval and funding.
The consultant will be required to work with Clayton County and other essential parties as a team and provide a lead consultant to be responsible for the overall coordination of services.