Request for Proposals for Operational Audit of the Homer Volunteer Fire Department

The City of Homer, Alaska is seeking a qualified consulting firm to conduct an independent, comprehensive operational audit of the Homer Volunteer Fire Department. The audit will evaluate current operations, staffing models, policies, training, emergency response data, and overall organizational effectiveness, and will deliver actionable recommendations to improve service delivery. • Review of fire department operational procedures, response metrics, and resource utilization. • Assessment of volunteer and paid personnel staffing, training, and performance standards. • Identification of gaps and formulation of improvement plans, including policy, technology, and cultural recommendations. • Deliver a final report with actionable recommendations and implementation roadmap. • Ensure compliance with state and local emergency services regulations.