Department: Purchasing
Department Head/Elected Official: DeWight Dopslauf
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 230489
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Pacific Star Corporation; Nationwide Pharmaceutical LLC, dba Medical Wholesale
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 22.80%
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal is not 0% and is listed above
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of low bid by line item to Pacific Star Corporation; and Nationwide Pharmaceutical LLC, dba Medical Wholesale in the amount of $650,000 based on estimated quantities and fixed pricing for medical supplies and related items for Harris County for the period of July 15, 2024 - June 30, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (230489), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 22.80%.
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Background and Discussion:
Harris County Public Health has initiated an Invitation to Bid (ITB) to secure multiple vendors for medical supplies to address the past challenge of lacking a federally procured contract. This gap affected our ability to utilize federal funds efficiently for the Community Health and Wellness (CHW) Division. The CHW Division offers essential services, including wellness exams, immunizations, lead screening, dental health, Tuberculosis elimination, HIV/STD prevention, refugee health assessments and chronic disease management. This initiative aims to ensure a steady and reliable supply of medical items needed to support these services continuously.
Expected Impact:
Securing qualified vendors through the ITB will ensure reliable access to essential medical supplies, allowing for uninterrupted public health services. This process facilitates the effective utilization of multiple funding streams-including general funds, state and federal funds, and special r...
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