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): 230068
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Laboratory Corporation of America
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): 0%
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Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Laboratory Corporation of America in the additional amount of $5,000 to add the Institute of Forensic Sciences to the contract for additional laboratory services for Public Health Services for the period of March 26, 2026 – March 25, 2027 (230068), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
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Background and Discussion:
Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is seeking approval to use the agreement established by Harris County Public Health Services in 2024 with LabCorp for laboratory services. The agreement was originally awarded in 2024 through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process and includes four one-year renewal options. This inclusion ensures continuity of services without interruption.
Expected Impact:
Inclusion of the agreement with LabCorp will ensure continued access to reliable and timely laboratory services necessary to assist in determining the cause and manner of death of decedents.
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