Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Institute of Forensic Sciences
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Luis Arturo Sanchez, M.D.
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 250368
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): VWR International LLC
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped
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Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to VWR International LLC in the amount of $144,658 for histology slide stainer and related items for the Institute of Forensic Sciences for the period of March 19, 2026 - March 18, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options (250368), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
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Background and Discussion:
This award will allow the Harris County Institute of Forensic Science to purchase histology equipment necessary for the departments continued operations.
Expected Impact:
The award of this contract allow HCIFS to purchase histology equipment.
Alternative Options:
There is no alternative for this identified need.
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