Specifications include, but are not limited to: The MRCOG desires to access "on call grant services" for grant writing, grant research, and grant management for the MRCOG, the Mid-Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (MRMPO), the Rio Metro Regional Transit District (RMRTD), the Mid-Region Regional Planning Program (RPP) and the Work Force Connection of Central New Mexico (WCCNM) for the purposes of seeking and securing funding for projects in the Mid-Region; Using a project list, the Offeror will research grant opportunities to match funding opportunities with identified projects. The Offeror must advise communities on the grant requirements including match, reporting, and compliance, and help to determine which funding sources to apply for based on their organizational capacity. Once a funding opportunity is selected and available, the Offeror shall thoroughly review the grant solicitation requirements and all pertinent materials provided by the funding entity (e.g. notice of funding availability, frequently asked questions and webinars). Prior to the submittal deadline, the Offeror shall manage and track the completion of all information and data gathering, writing, revisions, editing, and pre-submission tasks to ensure timely submission. At or before the submittal deadline, the Offeror will submit a complete grant application package to the appropriate location. The Offeror will prepare documentation and reports in compliance with the requirements stated in the grant award. The Offeror shall also be responsible for monitoring, assessing, and ensuring that the awardee complies with all terms and conditions of the award. At the end of the award period the Offeror will perform a final review of the completed award, make appropriate adjustments or disallowances, and process close-outs ensuring compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements.
