Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) seeks consulting services to assist in the preparation of a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant application. The project focuses on storm hardening and enhancing the resiliency of up to 14 transmission circuits that cross major thoroughfares against severe weather events and natural hazards.
The consultant will manage the complete grant application preparation process, including coordination with LIPA and its Service Provider (PSEG Long Island). Key responsibilities include developing a schedule of tasks, identifying subject matter experts, conducting thorough quality reviews of all application materials for accuracy and DHS compliance, and creating a comprehensive project plan with milestones and deadlines. The consultant must ensure all application sections align with BRIC Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) objectives and priorities.
Scope includes drafting clear narratives, budget justifications, and benefit-cost analysis (BCA) for the project; scheduling necessary coordination meetings; providing detailed feedback to strengthen application sections; and leading the drafting of critical sections to meet objectives for successful grant award. The DHS application must be filed by May 22, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
Key timeline: RFQ released April 21, 2026; questions due April 23, 2026; answers provided April 27, 2026; RFQ responses due April 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM; anticipated award May 4, 2026; work begins May 5, 2026 with estimated 3-week project duration. The consultant will be compensated on a time and materials basis according to the firm's master contract rates, subject to an agreed-upon not-to-exceed cap.