Army fire risk assessment @ WHF & artemus training sites

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department of Military Affairs, Division of Facilities Management issued this Request for Proposal to procure fire risk assessment and Standard of Cover analysis services at two Kentucky National Guard training sites: the Wendell H. Ford Regional Training Center (approximately 11,250 acres in Greenville, Kentucky) and the Harold L. Disney Training Site/Artemus (560 acres in Knox County, Kentucky). The primary deliverables include comprehensive fire risk assessments identifying firefighting requirements and risk levels, operational program analysis using the three-axis model and Risk Management processes in accordance with Army regulations, daily strength reports, draft reports due within ninety days of site completion, and final reports due within thirty days of receiving comments. Qualified contractors must demonstrate a minimum of twenty fire risk assessments with at least five using the Risk Management process, possess Fire and Emergency Services managerial experience and Department of Defense operations background, and provide proof of required certifications. Proposal evaluation was based on mandatory requirements, experience (100 points), start date availability (55 points), cost (45 points), and an optional oral presentation component (100 points). The contract term runs from April 15, 2020 through September 30, 2020, with contractors required to begin work within thirty days of award notification. Proposals were due by 2:00 PM Eastern Time on March 19, 2020.

The RFP does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting organizational types from responding, nor does it identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors for these services. No specific funding amount or budget range is stated in the solicitation materials. Contractors must be properly authorized to conduct business in Kentucky, maintain Secretary of State certification, and comply with applicable state procurement statutes, equal employment opportunity requirements, and all referenced Army and federal fire protection standards and regulations. Cost proposals must include all travel expenses such as meals, lodging, and airfare. The Commonwealth reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, conduct best and final offer negotiations, and waive minor irregularities.