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 - Renewal
Project ID (if applicable): 250041
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Life Technologies Corporation
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible
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 for approval of a renewal option with Life Technologies Corporation for rapid deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) analysis system for the Institute of Forensic Sciences for the period of September 18, 2026 - September 17, 2027, at a cost of $215,386 (250041), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
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Background and Discussion:
A renewal contract is needed for a Rapid DNA Analyses System with maintenance and support for 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:
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County Strategic Plan Goal: 1. Make Harris County safer and more just.
County Strategic Plan Objective: B: Reduce criminal legal system exposure that does not advance public safety.
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): N/A
Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2): N/A
Economy Initiative (Goal 3): N/A
Health Initiative (Goal 4): N/A
Climate/Resilience Initiative (Goal 5): Choose an item.
Housing Initiative (Goal 6): Choose an item.
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