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a. Approve and Authorize the Contract Purchasing Officer or designee to execute a non-standard Agreement with LongView International Technology Solutions, Inc. dba LTS, Inc. for fully automated self-service healthcare kiosks, designed to provide direct and discrete access to a full range diagnostic tests and health products as directed by the County (Narcan dispensary), for an amount not to exceed $106,950 with an agreement term upon execution through October 21, 2026; and
b. Approve the Director of Health Services’ recommendation to accept all non-standard provisions in Agreement, including indemnification.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors:
a. Approve and Authorize the Contract Purchasing Officer or designee to execute a non-standard Agreement with LongView International Technology Solutions, Inc. dba LTS, Inc. for fully automated self-service healthcare kiosks, designed to provide direct and discrete access to a full range diagnostic tests and health products as directed by the County (Narcan dispensary), for an amount not to exceed $106,950 with an agreement term upon execution through October 21, 2026; and
b. Approve the Director of Health Services’ recommendation to accept all non-standard provisions in Agreement, including indemnification.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
Overdose deaths, particularly from fentanyl, are on the rise both nationally and locally. Fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid often mixed with other drugs, increases the risk of unintentional overdoses. In response, the County of Monterey Health Department is enhancing harm reduction strategies, focusing on expanding the distribution of naloxone, a medication that can reverse opioid overdoses.
The County's new agreement aims to significantly boost naloxone and fentanyl test strip availability, ensuring it is accessible to individuals at risk and our community. This will be achieved through targeted outreach, strategic d...
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