Fire Station Location Study

Orange County, Florida is seeking professional consulting services for a comprehensive Fire Station Location Study (RFP #Y24-605-KS) through an electronic procurement process managed by the OpenGov e-Procurement Platform. The study will evaluate the current functionality and distribution of fire stations within Orange County's Fire Rescue Department, which currently operates 44 fire stations across approximately 740 square miles serving an estimated population of 950,000. Key project objectives include evaluating current response benchmarks, forecasting future service demands, and recommending system improvements through a detailed analysis of fire station inventory and service capacity. Proposals must be submitted electronically by 4:00 PM EST on April 2, 2024, with potential respondents required to submit any questions by March 12, 2024, at 5:00 PM EST via email to the designated contract agent, Kathy Saldutti. The anticipated contract term is six months, with the consultant expected to provide a comprehensive report including comparative analysis with other fire service agencies, projections of service needs for 5 and 10-year periods, and recommendations for potential station relocations and resource deployments.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Milestone payments are structured with 20% due upon project plan submission, 40% for the assessment, and the final 40% upon completion of the study. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the complexity of the project suggests a substantial investment in professional consulting services. Potential respondents must create a free account on the OpenGov Platform and ensure file compatibility, accepting Microsoft Office and PDF formats. Technical support is available through multiple channels, including chat, email (support@procurenow.com), and phone (1-855-680-4747) during Monday-Friday, 8am-8pm EST. The county will provide access to necessary resources and expects a report that can be presented to county staff, commissioners, and residents, emphasizing the project's potential impact on public safety infrastructure and emergency response capabilities.