Franklin County Government RFP for Ambulance Services - 2026 EMS 01
Franklin CountyCounty · Benton, IL- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Ryan Buckingham
- (618) 439-4362 ext 2000
The 30-second brief
Franklin County seeks proposals from qualified ambulance providers for comprehensive emergency medical services and ground ambulance transportation throughout the county service area. The selected provider will operate as the exclusive county-authorized provider delivering advanced life support (ALS) prehospital care, 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, with a minimum deployment of three fully staffed ALS ambulances. Key requirements include compliance with OEMC dispatch and CAD technology, strict response-time standards, mutual aid participation in MABAS Division 68, and comprehensive insurance coverage including commercial general and professional liability. Proposals are due by November 13th, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Time, with written questions due by November 4th, 2026, and anticipated service commencement on April 1, 2027.
Provide continuous ALS emergency ambulance response and transportation; maintain minimum staffing of three dedicated 24-hour ALS ambulances; provide deployment, Posting, And staffing plans; submit complete rate schedule, Mileage, And ancillary charges
Mandatory compliance, committed resources, surge capacity, financial terms, operational reliability, clinical quality, transition readiness, overall value
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Summary
Franklin County seeks proposals from qualified ambulance providers for comprehensive emergency medical services and ground ambulance transportation throughout the county service area.
The selected provider will operate as the exclusive county-authorized provider delivering advanced life support (ALS) prehospital care, 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, with a minimum deployment of three fully staffed ALS ambulances. Key requirements include compliance with OEMC dispatch and CAD technology, strict response-time standards, mutual aid participation in MABAS Division 68, and comprehensive insurance coverage including commercial general and professional liability. Proposals are due by November 13th, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Time, with written questions due by November 4th, 2026, and anticipated service commencement on April 1, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Mandatory compliance
- Committed resources
- Surge capacity
- Financial terms
- Operational reliability
- Clinical quality
- Transition readiness
- Overall value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Provide continuous ALS emergency ambulance response and transportation
- Maintain minimum staffing of three dedicated 24-hour ALS ambulances
- Provide deployment, Posting, And staffing plans
- Submit complete rate schedule, Mileage, And ancillary charges
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Transmittal letter signed by authorized representative
- Executive summary
- Proposer qualifications and financial capacity
- Relevant experience
- Technical response
- Deployment and staffing plans
- References
- Certifications
- Exceptions
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- Franklin County OEMC, 403 East Main Street, Benton, Illinois 62812
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Benton, Illinois
- Reported agency
- Franklin County Government
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Franklin County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 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: Franklin County OEMC, 403 East Main Street, Benton, Illinois 62812. For questions, contact Ryan Buckingham.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Franklin County in IL, 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 Ryan Buckingham at (618) 439-4362 ext 2000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: ALS supervisor, paramedic, local manager. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Provide continuous ALS emergency ambulance response and transportation; maintain minimum staffing of three dedicated 24-hour ALS ambulances; provide deployment, Posting, And staffing plans; submit complete rate schedule, Mileage, And ancillary charges. 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: "Mandatory compliance, committed resources, surge capacity, financial terms, operational reliability, clinical quality, transition readiness, overall value" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Franklin County?
All active and historical solicitations from Franklin County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Franklin 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 13, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Transmittal letter signed by authorized representative, Executive summary, Proposer qualifications and financial capacity, Relevant experience, Technical response, Deployment and staffing plans, Refer. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Franklin County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Benton, Illinois. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.