Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Universal Services
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Sindhu Menon
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Financial Authorization
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Netsmart Technologies, Inc.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable):
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an addendum to an agreement with Netsmart Technologies, Inc. in the amount of $108,973 to provide settlement and full compensation for services rendered from June 1, 2024 - November 13, 2025 for maintenance & support of electronic health record software through myEvolv(tm) Software Integration Solutions and associated contractor software modules for Universal Services through May 31, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
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Background and Discussion:
Request for approval of contract for maintenance and support of Electronic Health Record (EHR) software for the term ending May 31, 2026. The EHR system is a clinical, financial and operational software designed specifically for organizations serving children and families.
Expected Impact:
Continue supporting software in use by Harris County Resource for Children and Adults.
Alternative Options:
Evaluate other software, determine the new direction (build custom or buy), purchase new components and implement the alternative application at a much higher cost than maintaining existing system.
County Strategic Plan G...
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