Primary Department: Public Health Services
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Leah Barton - Interim Executive Director
Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official:
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Renewal
Project ID (if applicable): FY26_IMMU_RE
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): 5%
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Rate is not 0% and is listed above.
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Texas Department of State Health Services for grant funds in the amount of $750,000, with no required match, and extend seven associated positions to August 31, 2026 for the Immunization Program as a Responsible Entity Managing the Texas Vaccines for Children and Adult Safety Net programs.
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Background and Discussion:
Harris County Public Health (HCPH) has been designated as a Responsible Entity (RE) for the Immunization Program, enhancing its role within the Texas Vaccines for Children (TVFC) and Adult Safety Net (ASN) programs. This designation grants HCPH direct oversight of vaccinations, ensuring improved coordination across the numerous health services it manages. Such oversight includes adherence to the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) guidelines and expanded use of the Texas Immunization Registry (ImmTrac2). As an RE, HCPH will manage and oversee the distribution of vaccines throughout Harris County, ensuring that both children and adults have access to essential immunizations, regardless of their financial circumstances.
Expected Impact:
As a Responsible Entity, HCPH will significantly enhance public health by optimizi...
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