The consulting firm shall work closely and collaborate with the City of Clute, FEMA, and various other funding agencies to ensure the proper use and application of federal and state funds, focusing on maximizing eligible and allocable dollars. The Consultant shall implement efficient processes that reduce the timeline for eligibility determinations to support project cash flow, sources, and uses. The Consultant will provide technical knowledge and experience, proven business processes, and procurement advisory and policy strategies. To develop and implement the framework of grant activities, the Consultant may be requested to perform services necessary to complete the following objectives and tasks as requested by the City of Clute. GRANTS MANAGEMENT: • Identify State or Federal grant opportunities asrequested by entity • Prepare grant applications asrequired • Conduct damage assessments as required following a disaster event. • Educate and advise the School Board on Recovery Programs and the Recovery Process • Provide Eligibility guidance • Coordinate with the City of Clute to obtain cost information and backup documentation for expenses related to responding to and recovery from a disaster. • Review potential reimbursement cost eligibility and develop justifications and present to Federal, State, and other agencies involved in providing grant funding...