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 TESCO Specialty Vehicles LLC to Provide a Customized Mobile Dental Van
RECOMMENDATION:
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Adopt a resolution authorizing an agreement with TESCO Specialty Vehicles LLC to provide a customized mobile dental van, for the term of August 1, 2025 through October 31, 2025, in an amount not to exceed $349,873.
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BACKGROUND:
San Mateo Medical Center's (SMMC) mobile dental clinic provides essential oral health services throughout San Mateo County, serving vulnerable and underserved populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness, low-income families, and residents in remote or hard-to-reach areas. The mobile dental clinic partners with the Navigation Center, shelters, and community-based organizations to offer comprehensive dental care to both children and adults.
To expand the program's reach and increase access to dental services, SMMC released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the purchase of a new, fully equipped mobile dental van. This additional unit will allow the mobile dental team to serve more locations, reach more patients, and offer services more frequently across the County.
The RFP for the purchase of a new, fully equipped mobile dental van was completed in July 2025 to support this expansion of services.
DISCUSSION:
TESCO Specialty Vehicles LLC (Tesco) was elevated due to its proven experience in designing custom mobile healthcare units, including dental vans, and its ability to meet the program's technical specifications within budget. TESCO demonstrated a strong understanding of safety-net service delivery models and offered flexibility in customizing the van's layout and equipment to meet SMMC's clinical and operational needs. The new mobile dental van will be ou...
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