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Authorize the Deputy Purchasing Agent for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or his designee to execute amendment No. 1 to the agreement with Stryker Sales Corporation d.b.a. Stryker Instruments for preventative maintenance services on surgical power tools, Neptune equipment and endoscopy equipment, extending the term for three additional years (May 15, 2019 through May 14, 2022) for a revised full agreement term of May 1, 2018 through May 14, 2022, and an additional cost of $114,300 for a revised total agreement amount not to exceed $184,089.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the Board of Supervisors:
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Authorize the Deputy Purchasing Agent for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or his designee to execute amendment No. 1 to the agreement with Stryker Sales Corporation d.b.a. Stryker Instruments for preventative maintenance services on surgical power tools, Neptune equipment and endoscopy equipment, extending the term for three additional years (May 15, 2019 through May 14, 2022) for a revised full agreement term of May 1, 2018 through May 14, 2022, and an additional cost of $114,300 for a revised total agreement amount not to exceed $184,089.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The agreement with Stryker was initially setup in 2018 for a two (2) year preventative maintenance services for surgical tools and Neptune brand equipment at Natividad. This amendment adds an additional three (3) year maintenance plan for endoscopy equipment.
Routine maintenance plans for this type of highly technical equipment are beneficial because they keep the tools and equipment in good working order, ensuring both compliance and safety. Routine and preventative maintenance also prevents expensive repairs later, particularly because there are many intricate components.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
County Counsel has reviewed and approved this amendment No. 1 as to legal form, and the Auditor-Controller has reviewed and approved as to payment provisions. The amendment No. 1 has also...
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