CCCFPD Internal Administrative Investigations

The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District (CCCFPD) is seeking proposals from experienced non-attorney investigation firms to provide workplace administrative investigation services focused on employee misconduct allegations. The procurement is a professional services contract targeting comprehensive investigative support, including complaint intake, witness interviews, document review, and detailed reporting across various organizational levels. The Request for Proposal (RFP) was released on September 19, 2025, with proposals due on October 10, 2025, by 3:00 P.M. PDT. Evaluation criteria will assess company qualifications, technical experience, project understanding, methodology, key personnel expertise, cost structure, and client references. The proposed contract term spans from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2028, with potential annual rate adjustments. Investigators will be required to conduct thorough examinations using established protocols, with pricing determined by investigation complexity, including factors such as number of issues, witnesses, document volume, and organizational levels involved.

The RFP encourages participation from diverse business enterprises, as evidenced by the Contra Costa County Business Opportunities Registration form, which allows businesses to self-certify under categories like Small Business Enterprise (SBE), Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Women Business Enterprise (WBE), Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), and Local Business Enterprise (LBE). While no specific set-aside percentages are detailed, the county demonstrates commitment to inclusive procurement practices. The contract will be awarded on a best-value basis, with the district reserving the right to select a single or multiple respondents. Payment terms are net 30 days, and contractors must maintain specific insurance requirements, including commercial general liability coverage. Contractors will be subject to standard county general conditions, including compliance requirements, record-keeping obligations, and confidentiality standards. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the hourly-based pricing structure suggests flexibility in contract value based on investigative workload and complexity.