01726P0001-Advance Warning System

The Office of Emergency Management is seeking a qualified vendor to enhance, host, and maintain the New York City Advance Warning System (AWS) website. The selected vendor will be responsible for maintaining a close working relationship with NYCEM staff to enhance and maintain all areas and functionalities of AWS. The AWS website will include existing features such as the ability to send emergency messages, post messages to the website, and ways for registered users to search for providers. Planned enhancements include improved database management, the ability to store and load pre-written messaging, and the addition of accessibility features within messaging. • The vendor will be responsible for hosting and maintaining the AWS website for at least one year, with the potential to continue hosting the site for the full contract term and any extension terms. • The vendor must comply with all Citywide Security Policies and implement two-factor authentication for all NYCEM accounts with admin privileges. • The vendor must ensure that all features and enhancements support accessibility and usability for individuals with disabilities. • The contract term will be for five years with two two-year options to renew. • The available funding for the contract will not exceed $750,000 over the initial five-year term.