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a. Authorize the Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or his designee to execute a Non-Standard agreement with HPC International, Inc. dba HPC for online medical journals and librarian services at NMC for a maximum County obligation of $193,540 for the term of January 1, 2026 through December 2028.
b. Approve the NMC’s Chief Executive Officer’s recommendation to accept non-standard indemnification, and limitations on liability provisions within the agreement.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the Board of Supervisors:
a. Authorize the Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or his designee to execute a Non-Standard agreement with HPC International, Inc. dba HPC for online medical journals and librarian services at NMC for a maximum County obligation of $193,540 for the term of January 1, 2026 through December 2028.
b. Approve the NMC’s Chief Executive Officer’s recommendation to accept non-standard indemnification, and limitations on liability provisions within the agreement.
SUMMARY:
Natividad Medical Center will receive a comprehensive suite of library support services through HPC. These services are designed to enhance access to medical literature and maintain a current and functional virtual library presence for staff and providers. HPC will provide a range of services including library management, subscription oversight, and budget monitoring to ensure the library remains current and cost-effective. They will maintain and update the virtual library webpage monthly to keep content accurate and relevant. A master’s-trained medical librarian will offer on-demand research support, literature searches, article requests, and manage InterLibrary Loan services and general inquiries.
DISCUSSION
The services provided by HPC are highly beneficial to Natividad Medical Center as they ensure consistent access to current medical literature, support informed clinical decision-making, and maintain a well-managed l...
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