Opportunity
Franklin County Public Schools Civicplus #2026-8-#1
Consulting Services for Fire & EMS System Study and Master Plan in Franklin County, VA
Posted
August 21, 2026
Respond By
September 22, 2026
Identifier
2026-8-#1
NAICS
541618
Franklin County, Virginia is seeking consulting services to conduct a comprehensive study and develop a long-range master plan for its Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system. - Government Buyer: - County of Franklin, Virginia - Finance Office, managed by Corey White, Assistant Finance Director - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive evaluation of current Fire and EMS operations, including both career and volunteer service delivery models - Assessment of service demands, staffing, facilities, governance, funding, and organizational structure - Stakeholder engagement and community risk reduction analysis - Development of a capital improvement plan and prioritized recommendations for sustainable, efficient, and effective emergency services - Alignment with National Fire Protection Association standards and Commission on Fire Accreditation International best practices - Deliverables: - Comprehensive report, capital improvement plan, presentations, and data documentation - Unique Requirements: - Demonstrated experience with similar studies for local governments, especially rural or geographically dispersed areas - Knowledge of EMS system planning, deployment analysis, and community risk reduction principles - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is a request for consulting services - Contract completion required within six months of execution
Description
The County of Franklin, Virginia, is seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive study of its Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system. The study will evaluate the current combination of career and volunteer service delivery systems and develop a data-driven, long-range master plan. The goal is to provide practical, prioritized recommendations for sustainable, efficient, and effective emergency services. Proposals must be submitted by 4:00 PM EST on September 22, 2026.