Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Pollution Control Services
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Dr. Latrice Babin
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Renewal
Project ID (if applicable): 210445
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Agilent Technologies
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable):
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable):
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable):
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of a renewal option with Agilent Technologies for gas chromatograph mass spectrometers for Pollution Control Services for the period of February 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027 at a cost of $73,728 (210445), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
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Background and Discussion:
The Gas Chromatograph Mass Spectrometers for Harris County Pollution Control Services are used for VOC
(volatile organic compound) analysis in soil and air.
Expected Impact:
The contract covers maintenance and replacement of the instrument in case of damage.
Alternative Options:
If the contract is not renewed, PCS would have to pay for the maintenance services and
new equipment should damage occur.
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Additional notes related to the Strategic Plan:
Prior Court Action (if any):
Date
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Action Taken
2/8/2022
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Award
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