To: Board of Directors
From: Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
Report Title: Contract with Force Readiness for Document Sharing Software
?Recommendation of the County Administrator ? Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a contract with Force Readiness, in an amount not to exceed $10,000 to provide document sharing software for the Fire District for the period November 1, 2025 through October 31, 2028.
FISCAL IMPACT:
100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund
BACKGROUND:
Force Readiness provides an application, FireSync, which is a mobile application managed by the Training Division that serves as a centralized, virtual repository of critical operational information. It provides personnel with quick access to essential resources in the field, particularly for high-risk, low-frequency incidents. The app includes safety reminders, procedural references, and other key information to support safe and effective operations during infrequent or complex responses.
FireSync also supports professional development by offering access to study materials for promotional testing. In addition, it enhances interagency coordination by enabling the secure sharing of information with mutual aid partners during both planned and unplanned events. A dedicated Special Events tab allows the District to post event-specific details accessible only through an access code, ensuring that sensitive information is shared exclusively with approved users and devices.
This agreement includes limitation of liability language.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Failure to maintain or support FireSync could result in reduced operational efficiency, slower access to critical safety information, and missed opportunities for interagency coordination during major incidents or large-scale events. This could, in turn, increase risk to personnel safety and hinder effective emergency response.
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