To: Board of Supervisors
From: Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
Report Title: East Bay Tire - Service Contract
☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Acting as the governing board of the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District, APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief or designee, to execute a contract with East Bay Tire Co. in an amount not to exceed $750,000 for mobile roadside tire and wheel repair, tire exchange, regular maintenance, repairs, emergency tire needs, and installation services for the period January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2029, with options for two additional one-year extensions.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Budgeted. 100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund
BACKGROUND:
The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District prioritizes the regular maintenance of its emergency vehicles, with tire upkeep being a critical component. East Bay Tire Company provides mobile roadside tire services, including repair, replacement, and installation, specifically for the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District.
East Bay Tire Company has established a vital partnership with the Fire District, ensuring timely responses while firefighters are engaged in incident calls, both during regular hours and after hours, including holidays and weekends. This collaboration is essential for the safety of personnel on-site and the communities served by the Fire District.
Currently, the Fire District holds a blanket purchase order with East Bay Tire as the sole provider of tires. The District seeks to expand this relationship by including a services contract to cover all tire-related repairs-emergency and routine-across its fleet of passenger SUVs, light-duty and heavy-duty fire rigs, as well as off-road vehicles. Services will include, but are not limited to:
• Wheel alignments
• Tire mounting and balancing
• Field repairs of heavy equipment
• Replacement of tires and wheels on off-road equipment and heavy-duty trucks
The Fire District is requesting that the Board approve a service contract with East Bay Tire Company for $750,000 over a four-year period, with options for two additional one-year extensions.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this contract is not approved, the Fire District may face delays in tire maintenance and emergency services, potentially compromising operational readiness and the safety of personnel and the communities served.