This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Torrance, California. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The City of Torrance is requesting proposals from qualified vendors to compile a comprehensive Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). This Request for Proposals (RFP) seeks to secure the most qualified Consultant to plan, create and prepare a LHMP that identifies potential risks to the City. This includes but is not limited to disease, drought, earthquakes, floods, extreme weather events, erosion, and other natural disasters. The LHMP should also consider the possibility of increased frequency or intensity of the listed hazards from climate change. It is anticipated that the contract period will start on or about October 2022. The contract will be subject to the successful submittal of required proposal information and documentation, negotiation of terms and conditions and approval of City Management and City Council. If successful, the contract will be subject to regular performance reviews, funding, and City appropriations requirements. The General Instructions section describes general timeline and key documentation required, Procurement Conditions section outlines rules and requirements of the RFP and the Technical Requirements section describes the specific requirements for services, submittal, and pricing information required for the proposal submittal. Submittal deadline for written questions (email only) August 01, 2022 (5:00 pm PST) Oral Presentation (if requested) August 20, 2022,through August 26, 2022 Intent to award contract August 29, 2022 City Council for approval (estimated if needed) September 20, 2022 Effective date of agreement (estimated) October 03, 2022 The City of Torrance is situated on the western side of Los Angeles County. It is bordered by the Palos Verdes Peninsula on the south, the City of Gardena on the north, the City of Redondo Beach on the north and west boundaries, the City of Lomita on the east and the Pacific Ocean on the west. The City encompasses an area of approximately 21 square miles, 329 miles of streets, 1870 intersections, 550 miles of sidewalks, 47,000 street trees, 6 public libraries, a municipal airport, transit system, 46 parks & recreation amenities, 6 fire stations, 1 police station and 1 police community center, and has an estimated population of approximately 146,115, which makes Torrance one of the top 10 cities in Los Angeles County regarding population. The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time.