Annual Physical Exams

The City of South Fulton, Georgia's Fire and Rescue Department is seeking a qualified contractor to provide annual physical examinations for its firefighting personnel through Request for Proposal (RFP) #25-17. The procurement aims to conduct comprehensive medical examinations for approximately 188 sworn personnel, with potential expansion to 250 personnel based on future budget allocations. The physical examinations must strictly adhere to NFPA 1582 standards and include an extensive range of medical tests such as comprehensive physical examinations, chemistry screenings, lipid analyses, urinalysis, thyroid testing, complete blood count, audiometric testing, and cumulative stress assessments, with additional specialized testing for personnel over 40 years old. The initial contract term is twelve months, with options to renew for up to three additional one-year terms, potentially extending the contract to four years total. The solicitation was released on September 19, 2025, with bid responses due by 2:00 PM EST on October 30, 2025, and a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for September 26, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The evaluation process will consider qualifications, technical approach, references, past performance, and cost, with a maximum of 100 possible points in the scoring methodology.

The RFP offers potential scoring advantages for small businesses, including up to five additional points for certified small businesses or proposals demonstrating at least 25% of the contract value subcontracted to certified small businesses. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, bidders are expected to provide per-person costs for each type of examination. The procurement appears open to various healthcare providers and medical examination services, with a focus on comprehensive and specialized health assessments tailored to firefighting personnel. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the available documentation. The city's approach suggests a preference for vendors with demonstrated expertise in occupational health screenings, particularly those specializing in public safety and emergency service personnel medical evaluations. The potential multi-year contract structure and possibility of expanding personnel coverage indicate a strategic approach to long-term health monitoring and preventative care for the City of South Fulton's Fire and Rescue Department.