To: Board of Directors
From: Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
Report Title: Google Cloud Platform via Carahsoft Technology Corp.
?Recommendation of the County Administrator ? Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a contract with Carahsoft Technology Corp. in an amount not to exceed $55,500 for the continued use of Google's Cloud Platform and related database, software, and storage services, for the period September 15, 2025 through August 31, 2028.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Budgeted. 100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund
BACKGROUND:
In 2020, following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Fire District transitioned from Microsoft productivity tools to the Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This strategic shift enabled the District to adopt cloud-based, collaborative tools that support remote work, distance learning, and efficient information sharing.
GCP now serves as a foundational technology across all functional areas of the District, supporting operations through its integration with Chromebooks, Google Forms, and other capabilities. The platform enhances productivity, streamlines workflows, and enables modernized data collection and analysis.
One of GCP's key tools, Gemini, is widely utilized by the Training Division to deliver instruction, manage certifications, and support recruit classes. This application of training tools has contributed to more flexible, responsive, and scalable firefighter education.
GCP is a secure, cloud-based solution that provides professional-grade backup and support directly by the vendor, ensuring data integrity and system reliability.
The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District has over 650 employees, and effective digital communications and collaboration are critical to the District's operations and organizational effectiveness.
The Carahsoft Google Cloud Platform Customer Business Agreement contains indemnification provi...
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