To: Board of Supervisors
From: Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
Report Title: Contract with Ready Rebound, Inc. for Care Coordination Services
?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 Ready Rebound, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $805,000 for expert injury help and care coordination services for the period October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2028.
FISCAL IMPACT:
100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund.
BACKGROUND:
Firefighting is a physically demanding and high-risk profession, with personnel frequently sustaining injuries that can result in extended time away from duty. Delays in diagnosis, specialist appointments, and treatment often lead to longer recovery times, increased workers' compensation costs, and higher overtime expenses for backfilling injured staff.
Ready Rebound addresses these challenges by offering a tailored healthcare advocacy and recovery solution specially developed for first responders. Centered on expedited, concierge-level care, the service ensures rapid access to top-tier orthopedic treatment, proactive triage, and seamless communication. By accelerating diagnosis and treatment, Ready Rebound helps members return to duty significantly faster, benefiting both personal well-being and organizational efficiency. Their inclusive model also supports families and retirees, offers significant cost and time savings for departments, and is built on a foundation of trust, empathy, and mission-driven care.
This service is being procured through The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) under contract number 250106. TIPS is a national cooperative purchasing program administered by the Region 8 Education Service Center, which serves as the lead agency. It provides state and local governments with access...
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