Special Notice / Hearing: None__
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: Colleen Chawla, Chief, San Mateo County Health
Chester J. Kunnappilly, MD, Chief Executive Officer, San Mateo Medical Center
Subject: Agreement with Airgas, USA, LLC to Provide Gas Tank Rental Services
RECOMMENDATION:
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Adopt a resolution authorizing an agreement with Airgas USA, LLC to provide gas tank rental services for the term of April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2031, in an amount not to exceed $600,000.
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BACKGROUND:
A reliable supply of gases including medical oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and other specialty gases is critical to maintaining uninterrupted clinical services and ensuring patient safety at San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC). In addition to the critical need for these gases, rental of the cylinder gas tanks is required for safe storage, transportation, and dispensing of these gases at SMMC. These tanks are designed to meet strict regulatory and safety standards.
DISCUSSION:
The proposed agreement with Airgas USA, LLC was sourced through the County's group purchasing organization, Vizient, to obtain favorable pricing terms. Approval of this agreement will allow SMMC to continue procuring rental gas tanks to maintain the reliable supply of gases being delivered to SMMC. This agreement is going to this Board late due to prolonged negotiations with the vendor.
The County Attorney has reviewed and approved the resolution and agreement as to form.
The resolution contains the County's standard provisions allowing amendment of the County fiscal obligations by a maximum of $25,000 (in aggregate).
It is anticipated that 98% of the gas tanks will be delivered to SMMC on or before the requested date.
PERFORMANCE MEASURE:
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FY 2025-26 Actual
FY 2026-27 Estimated
Percentage of times gas tanks are delivered to SMMC on or before the requested date
98%
98%
COMMUNITY IMPACT:
Although Airgas USA, LLC does not provide ...
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