The Vendor is required to provide consultants with a strong record in successfully assisting local governments with grant writing for and implementation of community programs.
- Provide grant administration and related services including, but not limited to: preparation of the grant application; preparation of the environmental review record; preparation of draw/disbursement requests; assistance with financial administration of grant funds and record keeping; assistance with holding public hearings; assistance with any required acquisition following the uniform relocation assistance and real property acquisition act (URA); assisting the engineer with preparation of bid documents, advertising and conducting the bid opening; assisting the city with county and related labor requirements including weekly payroll review and employee interviews; assisting the city with meeting affirmatively furthering fair housing (AFFH) requirements; and preparation of close-out documents.
- Consulting firm for grant writing, and, if funded, for administration services.