Research Development and Innovation

The Office of Wildfire Technology Research and Development was established as a permanent technology and research capability within CAL FIRE. The Office will help develop advancements and tap innovation from the public and private sectors. The office focuses on evaluating new and novel approaches to fighting wildfire. Public, private, and non-profit organizations and companies work closely with us to advance the application of technology to wildland firefighting. Guided by an advisory board, the office also plays a unique role in providing recommendations to state and local agencies on what the best and most effective technologies are available to them in the ongoing battle against wildfire. 

Below are a few current areas of focus for the Office of Wildfire Technology Research and Development.

This form is to submit information that may be useful and pertinent to the mission of the Office of Wildfire Technology Research & Development (OWTRD). This office will review every submission and will assess it for consideration in the current R&D plan for CAL FIRE and for inclusion in OWTRD’s annual and quarterly reports to the Board. 

 

Submission Form

 

Please note that this form is not suitable for marketing pre-existing products to CAL FIRE. Any promotional or sales-related content must follow the appropriate procurement procedures.