Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Institute of Forensic Sciences
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Dr. Pramod Gumpeni
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Renewal
Project ID (if applicable): 220229
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Agilent Technologies Canada Inc.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): 0%
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of a renewal option with Agilent Technologies Canada Inc. for liquid chromatograph tandem mass spectrometer for the Institute of Forensic Sciences for the period of February 1, 2027- January 31, 2028 at a cost of $258,483 (220229), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
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Background and Discussion:
Request for approval of renewal to Agilent Technologies, Canada in the amount of $9,610 for crime lab maintenance services of the Liquid Chromatograph Tandem Mass Spectrometer for the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences for the period through January 31, 2028.
Expected Impact:
Having continuous maintenance available for equipment ensures that equipment is performing well and extends the life of the equipment.
Alternative Options:
Utilizing third parties which normally incorporate aftermarket and/or used parts in their repairs to reduce company’s cost to increase their profitability. Used parts contribute to multiple repairs with extended equipment downtime which affect the productivity of the Medical Examiner.
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