Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Paige McInnis
Secondary Department: Public Health Services
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Leah Barton
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Renewal
Project ID (if applicable): 230068
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Laboratory Corporation of America
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable):
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable):
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): Choose an item.
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of a renewal option with Laboratory Corporation of America for laboratory services for Public Health Services through March 25, 2026, at a cost of $2,786,601 (230068), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
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Background and Discussion:
Harris County Public Health Services seeks to renew its agreement (230068) with Laboratory Corporation of America (LabCorp) from March 26, 2025, to March 25, 2026. This renewal ensures continued access to essential laboratory services needed to support diagnostic and preventive testing across various public health programs.
Expected Impact:
Renewing this agreement with LabCorp will enable Harris County Public Health Services to maintain reliable and timely laboratory testing, supporting accurate diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care. The contract extension will enhance service delivery, particularly for underserved populations, while ensuring compliance with public health standards and regulations.
Alternative Options: N/A
County Strategic Plan Goal: 4. Improve physical and mental health outcomes across all communities.
County Strategic Plan Objective: O: Increase access to quality health care, including preventive and beh...
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