Fire Service Agreement Review and Modernization

The City of Grand Forks is soliciting proposals to review and modernize its existing fire services agreement with the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary, aiming to update governance structures, cost-sharing mechanisms, asset ownership, budget approval processes, and operational decision-making protocols. The current agreement, which governs the delivery of fire services between the two entities, has been identified as needing revision to resolve ongoing concerns around equipment control, financial oversight, and administrative authority. Consultants selected for this project will analyze the existing contract, identify gaps and inefficiencies, and assist in drafting a legally sound, mutually beneficial replacement agreement that better reflects current operational realities and institutional needs. Proposals must be submitted by June 30, 2026, under solicitation number BC229762, and the work is expected to result in a revised contract that ensures clarity, accountability, and sustainability in interjurisdictional fire service delivery. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Richard Piche, the Contracting Authority, who can be reached via email at rpiche@grandforks.ca. Although the posting is listed under the Government of Canada’s platform, the contracting entity is the City of Grand Forks, and the place of performance will be within its jurisdiction, with collaboration required between local authorities and the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary to finalize the new terms.