Department
Emergency Management
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval to renew an existing contract - Emergency Management, Fulton County Animal Services, 23RFP052223C-MH, Animal Services in an amount not to exceed $7,440,000.00 with Lifeline Animal Project, Inc (Avondale Estates, GA) to provide animal control shelter operation services that will include all personnel, supplies, utilities, necessary insurances, and equipment for the unincorporated areas of Fulton County as well as the cities of Alpharetta, Atlanta, Chattahoochee Hills, College Park, East Point, Fairburn, Hapeville, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park, Palmetto, Roswell, Sandy Springs, South Fulton and Union City. This action exercises the first of four renewal options. Three renewal options remain. Effective dates: January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026.
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-394(6), the Purchasing Department shall present all renewal requests to the Board of Commissioners at least 90 days prior to contract renewal date or 60 days if the contract term is six (6) months or less
Strategic Priority Area related to this item:
Justice and Safety
Commission Districts Affected
All Districts ☒
District 1 ☐
District 2 ☐
District 3 ☐
District 4 ☐
District 5 ☐
District 6 ☐
Is this a purchasing item?
Yes
Summary & Background This request is to renew the existing contract to provide animal shelter operation services only. The Fulton County Police Department will be responsible for animal control enforcement (field) operations.
Scope of Work: The scope of work provides animal shelter operation services to include all personnel, supplies, utilities and equipment for the unincorporated areas of Fulton County as well as the cities of Alpharetta, Atlanta, Chattahoochee Hills, College Park, East Point, Fairburn, Hapeville, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park, Palmetto, Roswell, Sandy Springs, South Fulton and Union City. The cost of this contract will be ultimately shared with the 15 municipalities that we serve, as well as unincorporated Fulton County.
Community Impact: The transition of animal field services from Lifeline Animal Services to the Fulton County Police Department (FCPD) is expected to produce significant positive impacts on public safety, service delivery, and overall community welfare. Consolidating field operations under FCPD will enhance response efficiency, strengthen enforcement authority, and provide a more unified approach to addressing animal-related incidents throughout Fulton County.
Department Recommendation: The Department of Emergency Management recommends approval
Project Implications: There are no project implications
Community Issues/Concerns: No issues or concerns have been raised by internal/external partners regarding this contract
Department Issues/Concerns: The Department of Emergency Management does not have any specific issues or concerns as it relates to this specific agenda item.
Contract Modification:
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CURRENT CONTRACT HISTORY |
BOC ITEM |
DATE |
DOLLAR AMOUNT |
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Original Award Amount |
23-0785 |
11/1/2023 |
$9,080,000.00 |
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Extension No. 1 |
24-0905 |
12/18/2024 |
$4,540,000.00 |
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Extension No. 2 |
25-0460 |
6/18/2025 |
$4,540,000.00 |
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1st Renewal |
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$7,440,000.00 |
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Total Revised Amount |
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$25,600,000.00 |
Contract & Compliance Information
Contract Value: $7,440,000.00
Prime Vendor: Lifeline Animal Project
Prime Status: Non-Minority
Location: College Park, GA
County: Fulton County
Prime Value: $7,266,648.00 or 97.67%
Subcontractor: PetData, LLC
Subcontractor Status: Non-Minority
Location: Irving, Texas
County: Dallas County
Subcontractor Value: $165,168.00 or 2.22%
Subcontractor: Clifton Harrison CPA, LLC
Subcontractor Status: African American Male Business Enterprise
Location: Dunwoody, GA
County: DeKalb County
Subcontractor Value: $8,184.00 or 0.11%
Total Contract Value: $7,440,000.00 or 100.00%
Total Certified Value: $8,184.00 or 0.11%
Exhibits Attached
Exhibit 1: Contract Renewal Agreement
Exhibit 2: Contract Renewal Evaluation Form
Contact Information
Jospeh Barasoain, Director, Emergency Management, 404-612-5660
Contract Attached
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No
Previous Contracts
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Yes
Total Contract Value
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Original Approved Amount: |
$9,080,000.00 |
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Previous Adjustments: |
0.00 |
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This Request: |
$7,440,000.00 |
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TOTAL: |
$16,520,000.00 |
Grant Information Summary
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Amount Requested: |
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In-Kind |
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Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
312-335-S210-1215 - General, Emergency Management, Cont.-Animal Control
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Key Contract Terms |
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Start Date: 1/1/2026 |
End Date: 12/31/2026 |
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Cost Adjustment: |
Renewal/Extension Terms: Three renewal options remain |
Overall Contractor Performance Rating:
Would you select/recommend this vendor again?
Yes
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