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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PROFESSIONAL GRANT PREPARATION SERVICES

The City of Grandin requests proposals for preparation of grant application and grant administration services to assist in proposed projects to be financed with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Mitigation funds for FY 23/34. The proposed project consists of the replacement of a Tornado Siren for up to the allowable cost amount of $100,000 may be requested.

Grant application preparation shall include, but is not limited to, preparation and submittal of all completed grant forms by the appropriate deadline, coordination with the duly procured engineering/architectural firm, etc.

Grant administration services shall include, but not be limited to, the implementation of the project in conformance with the following CDBG compliance areas: environmental review, financial management, procurement, contract management, labor standards, equal opportunity/civil rights, citizen participation, acquisition/relocation, and close-out.

Costs associated with grant writing and grant administration shall be submitted as a lump sum bid and clearly defined. Contracts executed for grant administration shall be contingent upon the award of the grant and commitment of all project funds.

Information provided to the county shall include:

1. The firm’s specialized experience and technical competence with respect to grant preparation and related work.

2. The past record of performance of the firm with respect to such factors as accessibility to clients, quality of work, and ability to meet schedules.

3. Capability of carrying out all aspects of grant related activities.

4. Cost of services (clearly separate the costs associated with grant preparation and grant administration services and identified as a lump sum amount).

5. Documentation of E-Verify requirements; and,

6. References from previous clients of related work with the firm within the past five years.

1, 2, and 4 above shall receive priority weighting in the final selection.

All submissions must be received by 12 p.m. (Noon) on November 8th, 2024 to City Clerk Carol McNew, PO Box 59, Grandin, MO 63943, or by email at grandinmo@windstream.net. Any responses received after this date and time will not be considered. For more information please call the City at 573-593-4237.

The City of Grandin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites the submission of proposals from minority, women, and Section 3-owned firms.