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Consideration to authorize the City Manager to purchase a Fuji Aspire Cristalle Screening Mammography Unit, from FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation located at 81 Hartwell Avenue, Suite 100, Lexington, MA 02421 for the City of Laredo Public Health Department Family Planning Program in the total amount not to exceed $350,000.00. FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation is a sole source vendor. Funding is available in the Public Health Department Fund - Family Planning Program Grant with a contribution from Mayor Dr. Trevino Priority Funds.
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
• Goal 7.1: Improve access to health services for all residents.
• Policy 7.1.1: Expand access to preventive healthcare services in underserved areas.
• Goal 7.3: Prevent and reduce chronic disease and improve early detection.
• Policy 7.3.1: Support programs that promote early screening and detection for diseases such as cancer.
• Policy 7.3.3: Improve availability and affordability of diagnostic and treatment services for women’s health.
Summary of alignment: This resolution aligns with the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan by expanding access to preventive and diagnostic services that improve early detection and treatment of breast cancer. The purchase of the Fuji Aspire Cristalle Screening Mammography Unit enhances the City’s capacity to deliver high-quality, in-house imaging services, particularly for low-income and underserved women. By improving access, diagnostic accuracy, and patient comfort, this investment directly supports the Plan’s goals to strengthen preventive health infrastructure, reduce disparities in women’s health, and advance community well-being through early intervention and equitable care.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
None.
BACKGROUND
The City of Laredo Public Health Department wishes to purchase a Fuji Aspire Cristalle Screening Mammography Unit for the Family Planning Program. The availability of an in-house mammography machine at the Public Health Department is critical for the timely and effective screening of our patients, particularly for early detection of breast cancer among vulnerable populations. The Aspire Cristalle offers high-resolution imaging with lower radiation exposure, enhancing both diagnostic accuracy and patient safety. Its flexible comfort paddles provide uniform and gentle compression, significantly improving the overall patient experience during the screening process. The system’s innovative detector design increases imaging efficiency by more than 20%, resulting in a streamlined workflow and reducing exam times. The Aspire Cristalle also counts with additional operational benefits such as automatic calibration, quick startup, and simplified weekly quality control, all of which reduce maintenance demands. The system also boasts faster image processing and a longer tube life. The acquisition of the Fuji Aspire Cristalle will significantly improve Laredo Public Health’s ability to deliver preventive care and will help close gaps in access to breast cancer screening services for underserved populations in Laredo and the surrounding areas. FUJIFIL Healthcare Americas Corporations is a sole source vendor. Sole Source Vendor affidavit approved by Legal.
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: 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: Various Funding Sources
Account #: 226-6110-545-90-01/476-2910-545-90-01
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The expenditure account is 226-6110-545-90-01 - Project HE19FS - Family Planning Program Grant and 476-2910-545-90-01 - Project D92601 - Mayor Dr. Trevino Priority Funds.