Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Public Health Services
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Leah Barton
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Renewal
Project ID (if applicable): 230056
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Tripod Concepts LLC ; WHC HTX, LLC, dba zTrip
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):
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): Choose an item.
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of a renewal option with Tripod Concepts LLC; and WHC HTX, LLC, dba zTrip for transportation services for patients and packages for Public Health Services for the period of December 19, 2026 - December 18, 2027, at a cost of $400,000 (230056), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
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Background and Discussion:
The Refugee Health Screening Program (RHSP) at Harris County Public Health (HCPH) provides comprehensive health screenings for newly arrived refugees. The RHSP provides transportation services to its patients, recognizing that many newly arrived in the country and often lack reliable means of transportation. The renewal will allow us a pool of approved vendors we can partner with to ensure patients have consistent access to transportation.
Expected Impact:
By securing these services, we can better support patients in attending their health screenings and other essential appointments, ultimately improving access to care and reducing barriers faced by newly arrived individuals who qualify for transportation services.
Alternative Options:
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County Strategic Plan Goal: 4. Improve physical and mental health outcomes across all communities.
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