Chatham County Granicus #RFP-06292026

Consulting Services for Chatham County Climate Action Plan Development

Chatham County is seeking a qualified consultant to develop a comprehensive Climate Action Plan (CAP): - Government Buyer: - Chatham County Department of Finance - Scope of Work: - Develop a detailed Climate Action Plan for Chatham County - Coordinate the project and review similar CAPs and existing county plans - Analyze greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories - Design and implement a robust public engagement process - Facilitate stakeholder meetings and draft vision/goals statements - Align recommendations with North Carolina state climate goals - Identify challenges, opportunities, and sector-specific strategies (agriculture, energy, transportation, land use, ecosystems, waste management) - Address equity and inclusivity throughout the plan - Provide benchmarking and tracking metrics - Deliver a public-facing dashboard compatible with the county's Information Hub - Develop a climate action funding plan outlining available funding mechanisms - Deliverables: - Comprehensive CAP report with prioritized recommendations - Public engagement plan and documentation - Dashboard for public information and tracking - Funding strategy for climate action initiatives - Requirements: - Experience in government CAP development - Innovative public engagement strategies - Ability to address equity and inclusivity - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation.

Description

Chatham County Department of Finance is seeking proposals for the development of a Climate Action Plan (CAP) to guide the County's efforts in addressing climate change and its impacts. The project includes a robust public engagement process, review of existing plans, greenhouse gas inventories, and development of goals, strategies, and action items across various sectors such as agriculture, energy, transportation, and waste management. The consultant will also develop a public-facing dashboard, a climate action funding plan, and present findings to the Board of Commissioners. The project is expected to be completed within twelve months.

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