Recommend approval to renew an annual contract for medical fitness examinations, testing, and evaluations for Savannah Fire Rescue staff with St. Joseph’s/Candler in the amount of $167,858.31. An estimated 325 examinations will be performed in 2009.

The method used for this procurement was the request for proposal (RFP), which evaluates criteria in addition to cost. Proposals were evaluated on the basis of qualifications and experience, project/service approach, local vendor participation, references, and fees. The RFP was sent to all known vendors; however, only one response was received.

Council originally approved this contract on May 25, 2017 for $162,969.23.  This contract does reflect a 3% increase due to changes in the industry.  This is the second of four renewal options.

This contract term will be from January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2019.

Approval