Department: Purchasing
Department Head/Elected Official: Paige McInnis
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 240275
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Hieden Feed & Supply
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of an award on the basis of only bid to Hieden Feed & Supply in the amount of $94,779 for pet food for Public Health Services for the period of October 29, 2024 - October 28, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (240275), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
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Background and Discussion:
Veterinary Public Health (VPH) is an open intake animal shelter that houses an average of 500 to 600 animals daily. Feeding these pets consistent, high-quality food is important for the animal's wellbeing. The current food procurement process limits the amount spent at one vendor, leading to inconstant supply, quality, and pricing.
Expected Impact:
This contract will improve animal health and welfare at the shelter, ultimately leading to increased adoption rates and a healthier overall shelter population.
Alternative Options:
Without a contract, VPH will need to identify multiple vendors to purchase quality pet food.
Alignment with Goal(s):
_ Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
X Public Health
_ Transportation
_ Flooding
_ Environment
_ Governance and Customer Service
Prior Court Action (if any): N/A
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Location:
Address (if applicable): VPH Animal Shelter - 612 Canino Road, Houston, Texas 77076
Precinct(s): Countywide
Fiscal and Personnel Summary
Service Name
Veterinary Public Health
Current Fiscal Year Cost
Annual Fiscal Cost
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Non-Labor
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Recurring Expenses
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Existing Budget
Grant
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$94,7...
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