This contract calls for a qualified consulting firm to conduct a comprehensive staffing and growth assessment for the Santa Fe County Fire Department. The work includes data collection, current state analysis, future staffing forecasts, division‑specific evaluations, and a final report with recommendations, plus an in‑person presentation to the County Board. The scope also requires a sample impact‑fees study and fully‑loaded hourly rates for all personnel. Evaluation will be based on technical merit (1,000 points) and any applicable preference points; price is considered only in the overall “most advantageous” determination. The engagement is a four‑year effort beginning in December 2025, with a separate sealed cost proposal required.