Town of Palisade Fire Department SAFER Grant Writer & Administrator RFP 2026
Town of PalisadeCity · Palisade, SD- Due
- Jun 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Charles K. Balke
The 30-second brief
The Town of Palisade Fire Department (TPFD) is seeking proposals for a Grant Writer and Administrator to apply for and manage a SAFER grant. Services include application design, reporting, and ongoing program administration in Palisade, CO.
SAFER Grant Application, Administration & Management program, Reports to funder, Itemized cost of services
SAFER Grant Writing experience, success rate, experience with dual function contracts, experience with auditing firms, organizational staffing size, Colorado Fire Service experience
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Summary
The Town of Palisade Fire Department (TPFD) is seeking proposals for a Grant Writer and Administrator to apply for and manage a SAFER grant. Services include application design, reporting, and ongoing program administration in Palisade, CO.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- SAFER Grant Writing experience
- Success rate
- Experience with dual function contracts
- Experience with auditing firms
- Organizational staffing size
- Colorado Fire Service experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- SAFER Grant Application
- Administration & Management program
- Reports to funder
- Itemized cost of services
- Submit to
- Palisade, CO
- Scope location
- Palisade, CO
- Reported agency
- Town of Palisade Fire Department
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Palisade?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 8, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Palisade, CO. For questions, contact Charles K. Balke.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Palisade in SD, 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 Charles K. Balke. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: SAFER Grant Application, Administration & Management program, Reports to funder, Itemized cost of services. 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: "SAFER Grant Writing experience, success rate, experience with dual function contracts, experience with auditing firms, organizational staffing size, Colorado Fire Service experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Palisade?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Palisade are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Palisade regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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. Review the full document from Town of Palisade for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Palisade, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.