Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control 2026 Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant - 2026
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control | State of ColoradoState · CO- Due
- Apr 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Darlene Nelson
- (303) 239-4600
The 30-second brief
The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control is issuing the 2026 Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant to provide federal financial and technical assistance to organize, equip, and train rural fire departments with a workforce of 80 percent or more volunteers and a population of 10,000 or less. Funds may be used for community projects, Wildland PPE, supplies, equipment, and training, with grant awards up to $40,000 and 50 percent reimbursement up to $20,000. Single items are limited to a maximum of $9,999, and requests are restricted to 20 unique items overall. The application deadline is April 3, 2026, requiring a 50 percent community-share match, NFIRS compliance for 2023, 2024, and 2025, and an active SAM.gov UEI registration.
Wildland PPE, Equipment, Supplies, Tools, Hoses, Training
Need-based competitive and technical review, scoring matrix based upon demonstrable need, NFIRS compliance, peer review score
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Summary
The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control is issuing the 2026 Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant to provide federal financial and technical assistance to organize, equip, and train rural fire departments with a workforce of 80 percent or more volunteers and a population of 10,000 or less.
Funds may be used for community projects, Wildland PPE, supplies, equipment, and training, with grant awards up to $40,000 and 50 percent reimbursement up to $20,000. Single items are limited to a maximum of $9,999, and requests are restricted to 20 unique items overall. The application deadline is April 3, 2026, requiring a 50 percent community-share match, NFIRS compliance for 2023, 2024, and 2025, and an active SAM.gov UEI registration.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Need-based competitive and technical review
- Scoring matrix based upon demonstrable need
- NFIRS compliance
- Peer review score
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Wildland PPE
- Equipment
- Supplies
- Tools
- Hoses
- Training
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
2026 DFPC Grant Risk Assessment Questionnaire, Vendor Quotes
- Submit to
- https://dfpc.colorado.gov/sections/grants
- Scope location
- Colorado, CO
- Reported agency
- Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control | State of Colorado?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 3, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://dfpc.colorado.gov/sections/grants. For questions, contact Darlene Nelson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control | State of Colorado in CO, 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 Darlene Nelson at (303) 239-4600. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Wildland PPE, Equipment, Supplies, Tools, Hoses, Training. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Need-based competitive and technical review, scoring matrix based upon demonstrable need, NFIRS compliance, peer review score" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control | State of Colorado?
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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: 2026 DFPC Grant Risk Assessment Questionnaire, Vendor Quotes. Review the full document from Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control | State of Colorado for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Colorado, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.