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a. Approve the execution by the County Counsel of a Professional Service Agreement with Garrett Law LLP for the provision of webinar training services for Health Department staff on patient confidentiality and related compliance, for a total agreement amount of $250,000 with a term of January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027;
b. Approve non-standard risk provisions in Agreement, as recommended by the Director of Health Services; and
c. Approve and authorize the County Counsel to execute up to three (3) future Amendments that do not exceed 10% ($25,000) of the original Agreement amount, and does not significantly alter the scope of services, for a maximum Agreement amount of $275,000.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors:
a. Approve the execution by the County Counsel of a Professional Service Agreement with Garrett Law LLP for the provision of webinar training services for Health Department staff on patient confidentiality and related compliance, for a total agreement amount of $250,000 with a term of January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027;
b. Approve non-standard risk provisions in Agreement, as recommended by the Director of Health Services; and
c. Approve and authorize the County Counsel to execute up to three (3) future Amendments that do not exceed 10% ($25,000) of the original Agreement amount, and does not significantly alter the scope of services, for a maximum Agreement amount of $275,000.
SUMMARY:
The County of Monterey Health Department (Health) requires specialized assistance in delivering web-based training programs focused on health data systems and compliance with privacy and confidentiality laws for administrative and clinical staff. Garrett Law LLP will provide these services, leveraging their expertise in healthcare risk management, medical/legal compliance, and over ten years of experience supporting Health through training and consultation.
DISCUSSION:
Garrett Law LLP provi...
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