Department: Public Health Services
Department Head: Leah Barton
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Investment Memo
Investment Memo Type: Final Investment Memo
Project Name: Mobile Health Expansion - Dental Services
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Vendor Legal Name (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Achievement (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Managing Entity: Public Health
Incremental Authorization Requested: $600,000
Total Estimated Project Cost: $600,000
Request Summary:
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Request for approval of the Final Investment Memo for the Mobile Health Expansion - Dental Services project for an initial authorization of $600,000.
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Project Description:
The HCPH Mobile Health expansion project includes adding a new dental unit to enhance community health services. The new dental unit will serve underserved populations across Harris County, providing essential dental care and preventive services. The project aims to reduce oral health disparities, improve overall health outcomes, and increase access to dental care. The total project budget is $600,000, and the project is expected to be completed within 12 months of approval.
Project Scope:
The primary purpose of this project is to extend dental health services to underserved communities in Harris County by incorporating a new mobile dental unit into the existing HCPH Dental Health Services program.
The key task is the procurement of the mobile dental unit. This involves acquiring a state-of-the-art mobile dental unit equipped with two dental operatories, digital radiography, and sterilization equipment. Ensuring that the unit meets the latest health and safety standards is critical, so customization and outfitting are essential. This will include installing all necessary dental equipment and systems, and rigorous quality checks to certify compliance with regulatory requi...
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