County of San Diego Fire - Professional Services for Strategic Planning Report - RFQ 13369 (2026)
San Diego County, San Diego County, CA·County
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- Reported Agency
- County of San Diego
- Primary Contact
- Katrina McDonald · (858) 505-6367
- Contract Term
- 1 year
- Scope Location
- San Diego, CA
- Submission Address
- https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/
SUMMARY
The County of San Diego Department of San Diego County Fire is seeking quotes from qualified firms to provide professional services for a strategic planning report, including document review, workforce assessments, systems-based workflow mapping (system-of-systems map), online and in-person stakeholder engagement surveys, and the development of a 5-year strategic plan with an executive summary. The contractor will also conduct working sessions with SDCF leadership, CAL FIRE leadership, Fire Safe Councils, CERT programs, and Community Planning Groups, produce a board-ready presentation, and deliver a public-facing website summary and 100 printed copies. The initial contract term is one year, from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027, with optional as-needed services. Quotes are due by September 28, 2026, prior to 5:00 p.m., with questions due September 16, 2026. Submission is required via BuyNet.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Technical merit, experience, capacity, history of compliance, availability, price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5-year Strategic plan development with executive summary, Document review and assessments, One online survey to stakeholders, In-person working sessions and staff sessions, Facilitated review across strategic initiatives and goals, A system-of-systems map, Board-ready presentation, Public-facing summary built to post on the County Engage site, Printed copies of the completed strategic plan (100 each)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Offeror's Cover Page (PC600), Representations and Certifications form (PC601), Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610), Small-Local Business Subcontractor Utilization Plan (PC611), Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620)
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFQ from San Diego County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 28, 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://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/. For questions, contact Katrina McDonald.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Technical merit, experience, capacity, history of compliance, availability, price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Diego County?
All active and historical solicitations from San Diego County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, San Diego County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Offeror's Cover Page (PC600), Representations and Certifications form (PC601), Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610), Small-Local Business Subcontractor Utilization Plan (PC611), Nondis. Review the full document from San Diego County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including San Diego County in CA, 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 RFQ 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 Katrina McDonald at (858) 505-6367. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: San Diego, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 5-year Strategic plan development with executive summary, Document review and assessments, One online survey to stakeholders, In-person working sessions and staff sessions, Facilitated review across strategic initiatives and goals, A system-of-systems map, Board-ready presentation, Public-facing sum. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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