DNR FRD Fire Fighter Fitness Testing Program - UP

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is requesting proposals for firefighter fitness testing services in the Upper Peninsula under RFP 260000002588, with proposals due October 23, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time.

The scope encompasses comprehensive annual physical fitness work capacity testing for DNR Wildland Firefighters, including pre-test activities (health history review, vital signs collection, EKG testing), administration of four test exercises (lateral pull-downs, sit-ups, push-ups, and multi-level aerobic treadmill testing), post-test monitoring, and maintenance of confidential records. Testing operates at an estimated rate of up to eight individuals per hour between 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Primary testing sessions are scheduled in November, December, and January, supplemented by re-test sessions at three-week and six-week intervals, March testing for temporary officers, and as-needed testing for new hires throughout the year. The contractor must provide one lateral pull-down machine capable of 40 lbs. resistance and four variable-speed treadmills capable of 25% incline elevation.

Mandatory staffing includes personnel with Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, at least one Registered Nurse, and a physician to sign off on medical clearances. The contract term is renewable for up to three additional one-year periods at the State's discretion. No specific contract value or funding source is identified.

Technical proposals are evaluated on a 100-point scale across nine sections; proposals scoring 80 or more points advance to pricing evaluation. The State will evaluate economic impact, including location of work, Michigan employment, wages, health insurance coverage, and job creation. Pricing must be submitted on Schedule B as a separate file. The State reserves the right to disqualify proposals for non-compliance with instructions, conduct background checks on contractor personnel, and negotiate with one or more bidders. Questions were due September 18, 2026, with answers posted by September 25.