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 - Amendment
Project ID (if applicable): 250208
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Tecan US, Inc.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): 0%
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Tecan US, Inc. in the additional amount of $42,737 for additional maintenance and repair services for Tecan Freedom EVO 150 Liquid Handlers for the Institute of Forensic Sciences for the period of January 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027 (250208), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
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Background and Discussion:
Amendment of the award for maintenance and repair services for three (3) Tecan Freedom EVO 150 liquid handling systems for the Forensic Genetics Lab of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
Expected Impact:
Having continuous maintenance available for instruments ensures that instruments are performing well and extends the life of the equipment.
Alternative Options:
N/A
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