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): 210173
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Orsat, LLC
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of a renewal option with Orsat, LLC for air monitoring services and related items at Friendship Park for Pollution Control Services for the period of March 8, 2026 - March 7, 2027, at a cost of $192,000, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (210173), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
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Background and Discussion:
As part of the Community Air Monitoring Project mandated by the Penta Group Gap Analysis, PCS proposes to operate a gas chromatograph in Friendship Park in the City of Seabrook.
Expected Impact:
The automated gas chromatograph provides continuous volatile organic compound measurements of air toxics such as benzene and 1,3 butadiene in the Seabrook area.
Alternative Options:
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County Strategic Plan Goal: 5. Minimize the impact of climate change and disasters.
County Strategic Plan Objective: Q: Encourage residents, businesses, and public entities to significantly reduce their environmental footprint for the health of our region.
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