26ESDLQBJGART-0002 - Development of Substantial Damage Estimator Tool Training

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a comprehensive training program focused on the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Substantial Damage Estimator (SDE) Tool, Version 3.0. The training is designed for local government officials, building inspectors, and community planners who will be responsible for performing assessments. The contract will be awarded for an initial period, and the DNR may extend it for up to a certain number of annual extensions. The successful respondent will be required to provide the goods and/or services identified in the RFP. • The SDE 3.0 FEMA Substantial Damage Estimator (SDE) tool is an essential resource in disaster response and recovery. • The training is designed for local government officials, building inspectors, and community planners. • Funding for this initiative is being provided through the FEMA CAP-SSSE Grant, which is awarding up to $57,000 to the Department to support this effort. • The contract will be awarded based on the evaluation and selection criteria provided in the RFP.