An internal examination of documents, policies, and grant materials shall be done at the beginning of the process to include, but not limited to, the program's foundational documents (statute, regulations, bylaws); the program's structure; audit of previous strategic plan; economic impact study; recommended performance measures; heritage area planning documents; and current grant policies, guidelines, applications, and agreements. This task shall include at least one in-person meeting with MHAA staff in the Crownsville office location. The contract term shall start upon finalization of contract with the selected consultant or consultant team, and the Services are to be completed no later than the end of January 2025. Question Deadline: 02/12/2024 at 5:00 PM ET , All questions must be received by e-mail to the Procurement Officer Michele Butler , Maryland Department of Planning Phone: 410.767.4521 (e-mail inquiries preferred) E-mail: michele.butler3@maryland.gov. All questions received before the deadline will be answered at one time, after the deadline passes. Responses will be posted to online. Minority business enterprises are encouraged to respond to this RFP and to obtain certification. Questions relevant to certification should be directed to the Maryland Department of Transportation - Office of Minority Business Enterprise & Equal Opportunity at (410) 865-1241 or the Governor's Office of Small, Minority and Women Business Affairs at (410) 697-9600. MHT reserves the right to cancel this RFP, accept or reject any and all proposals, in whole or in part, received in response to this RFP, waive or permit the cure of minor irregularities, and conduct discussions with all qualified or potentially qualified Offerors in any manner necessary to serve the best interests of the State. The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.
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