City of Decatur Standards of Cover Study - PE-64458-NONST-2027-000000033 (2026)
- Due
- Sep 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Toni Washington
- (678) 553-6582
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Summary
The City of Decatur is requesting proposals from qualified consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive Standards of Cover (SOC) Study for the Decatur Fire Rescue Department.
The study will evaluate the department's deployment model, service delivery, operational effectiveness, and community risk, incorporating a Community Risk Assessment, GIS-based deployment and response analysis, critical task analysis, unit hour utilization, staffing analysis, and apparatus and capital needs assessment consistent with CFAI/CPSE Standards of Cover methodology and applicable NFPA standards. Sealed proposals are due by 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at the City Manager's Office, Decatur City Hall, 509 North McDonough Street, Decatur, Georgia 30030.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Firm qualifications
- Project understanding
- Proposed methodology
- Project schedule
- Project team
- References
- All fees relevant to performing the work
- Submit to
- City Manager's Office, Decatur City Hall, 509 North McDonough Street, Decatur, Georgia 30030
- Scope location
- Decatur, GA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Decatur?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City Manager's Office, Decatur City Hall, 509 North McDonough Street, Decatur, Georgia 30030. For questions, contact Toni Washington.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Decatur in GA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Toni Washington at (678) 553-6582. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: firm qualifications, project understanding, proposed methodology, project schedule, project team, references, all fees relevant to performing the work. Review the full document from City of Decatur for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Decatur, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.