The County of Santa Barbara is seeking consulting services for the development of a Continuity of Operations Plan. The plan aims to ensure the continued operation of essential government functions during emergencies or disasters. The RFP was published on January 25, 2021, and the bid submission deadline was March 1, 2021. The contract involves the development of a comprehensive plan to mitigate the impact of disruptions on government operations. Key aspects of the contract include:
• Development of a Continuity of Operations Plan
• Identification of essential government functions
• Assessment of risks and vulnerabilities
• Development of strategies to mitigate risks
• Creation of a plan to ensure continued operation of essential functions
• Training and exercise programs to test the plan.