The County seeks a qualified consultant to design, validate, and administer promotional examinations for five fire‑department ranks (Fire Battalion Chief, EMS Battalion Chief, Fire Lieutenant, EMS Lieutenant, Driver). The work includes job analysis, test development (multiple‑choice, in‑basket, video‑scenario), validation against state certification standards, creation of study materials, an appeals process, and delivery of final promotion lists. Proposals must be submitted in hard‑copy and on two USB drives (Excel scorecard) by the April 10 deadline, with a 90‑day price validity and a 20 % LOSB participation requirement.
• Develop written, in‑basket, and video‑based scenario exams for the specified ranks.
• Conduct validation and psychometric analysis to ensure compliance with Tennessee certification and federal selection guidelines.
• Provide administration, scoring, appeals procedures, study‑guide recommendations, and a final ranked promotion list.
• Submit a detailed project schedule, insurance certificates, LOSB utilization plan, and required certifications.
• Contract runs until June 30 2026 with an optional one‑year renewal.