REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Eric G. Parra, Interim City Manager
VIA: Scott M. Haberle, Fire Chief
PREPARED BY: Bonnie To, Principal Management Analyst
Subject:
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Approve and authorize execution of a Professional Services Contract with Hoag Clinic for medical/wellness blood cancer and ultrasound screening
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Statement of Issue:
The Huntington Beach Fire Department (HBFD) was awarded the FY 2022 Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $144,290.90 for cancer screening physicals for sworn fire personnel. There is a 10% non-federal matching funds requirement of $14,429.10, which will be absorbed by the Fire Department's operating budget. Therefore, the total project amount is $158,720.00. City Council previously approved and accepted the FY 2022 Assistance to Firefighters Grant.
Staff conducted a Request for Proposals (RFP) and staff is requesting that City Council authorize and approve the execution of a contract with Hoag Clinic for medical/wellness blood cancer and ultrasound screening. HBFD's project objective is to provide cancer screenings and related ultrasounds to prioritize wellness of the department's firefighters.
Financial Impact:
There is no financial impact to the City.
Recommended Action:
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A) Approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Professional Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach and Hoag Clinic for medical/wellness blood cancer and ultrasound screening for an amount not to exceed $158,720.
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Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
With the approval of the Assistance to Firefighters 2022 Grant (AFG) budget and guidelines, HBFD was seeking bloodwork panels to include a cancer detection bloodwork screen and ultrasound screenings for the Fire Department. HBFD's focus on personnel health, wellness, and safety also aligns with the AFG's focus on enhancing...
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