Request for Qualifications for Consultation Services for Application into FEMA Community Rating System

The Town of Chapel Hill is seeking a consultant to provide guidance for Community Rating System (CRS) application credits, prepare CRS application documentation, assist in the application's submission and follow-up coordination with FEMA's contractor, and assist with preparation for initial audit or community assistance visit. The consultant will review existing records, standard operating procedures, and development ordinances to determine CRS credits available to the Town based on existing practices. The consultant will also provide recommendations to Town staff to determine the most appropriate and economical procedures to implement to be eligible for additional CRS credits if needed for a more favorable CRS rank. • The project includes evaluating existing records and standard operating procedures to determine CRS credits available • Providing recommendations for additional CRS credits • Preparing an application package for submittal to FEMA • Conducting pre-audits and meetings with Town Staff as necessary • Assisting with preparation for initial audit or community assistance visit • The consultant will work with Town Staff to prepare the CRS Application and classification request for submittal to FEMA and/or its contractor