Description
The University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW) is seeking qualified contractors to provide on‑demand, all‑hazards preparedness, planning, and recovery professional services for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season and other emergencies. The contract is an indefinite‑quantity, as‑needed arrangement lasting an initial three‑year term with up‑to‑two optional one‑year extensions. Vendors must demonstrate extensive experience in university settings or emergency operations, and be able to respond quickly to requests for services such as homeland security planning, emergency response consulting, disaster recovery assistance, and all‑hazards planning. Funding is not guaranteed; UNCW will award contracts only if needs arise. Proposals are due November 4, 2026.
• Scope includes professional planning, consulting, and interim recovery services for homeland security, emergency response, disaster recovery, and all‑hazards planning.
• Contract term: 3 years initial, with two optional 1‑year renewals.
• No guaranteed volume; work is on an as‑needed basis.
• Required qualifications: experience in university environments and emergency management, ability to mobilize quickly.
• Submission deadline: November 4, 2026 2:00 PM ET; questions due by October 26, 2026.
• Evaluation criteria: price (30 %), vendor experience & references (35 %), plan & approach (35 %).