SUBJECT
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Consideration to authorize the City Manager to ratify a supply contract with Sourcewell Cooperative vendor, Mckesson, Richmond, VA. For a cumulative amount of $143,037.03 and to further authorize future related expenditures for an additional amount not to exceed $250,000.00 for the purchase of medical equipment and medical supplies for the Health Department and Employee Wellness Division. This annual contract shall utilize the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program’s contract #022422-MML. The term for the contract shall be for a period of one (1) year with the option to renew for one (1) additional year period. Funding is available in the respective Department Budgets.
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating:
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
• Goal 7.5: Strengthen public health systems and operations
• Policy 7.5.1: Ensure public health programs are financially sustainable and responsive to community needs.
• Goal 7.6: Protect the community from environmental and occupational health hazards.
• Policy 7.6.3: Ensure adequate medical supplies, equipment, and protective resources to support public health operations.
Summary of alignment: This motion aligns with the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan by ensuring the City’s Health Department and Employee Wellness Division have the necessary medical equipment, supplies, and protective resources to deliver high-quality preventive and responsive health services. By securing an annual supply contract through a cooperative purchasing program, the City is improving cost efficiency, guaranteeing timely access to critical medical resources, and enhancing the operational capacity of public health services. These actions directly support the plan’s goals to expand access to care, strengthen public health infrastructure, and protect the well-being of residents and employees.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On February 05, 2024, Council approved Motion 24-0258.
BACKGROUND
Staff is requesting authorization to purchase medical equipment and medical supplies and consideration to ratify purchase from utilizing the Sourcewell Contract for the Health Department and Employee Wellness Division. Purchases will be done on an as needed basis.
Sourcewell Contract #022422-MML gives access to the following types of goods and services:
Medical supplies
Pharmaceuticals
Diagnostic instruments
Diagnostic supplies
Distribution services
Ambulatory equipment
Personal protective equipment
Clinical resources
Healthcare solutions
Instruments
Contract Maturity Date: April 30, 2026
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends that Council approve the Motion.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 25
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: Laredo Public Health and Employee Wellness
Account #: Various Department Funds
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: No.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding is available in the respective Laredo Public Health and Employee Wellness Department accounts.
The purpose of this contract is to establish prices for the commodities or services needed, should the City need to purchase these commodities or services. The City’s obligation for performance of annual supply contract beyond the current fiscal year is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payments for the contract purchase can be made. If no funds are appropriated and budgeted during the next fiscal year, this contract becomes null and void.