AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2024-39R, approving a contract with H-E-B Grocery Company through the PACE Purchasing Cooperative Program for the purchase of disposable diapers for the City’s Caregiver Support Program on an as-needed basis funded through America Rescue Plan (ARP) funds in the amount of $130,000.00 to be distributed through the Women, Infants, and Children “WIC” Program with assistance from other participating non-profit organizations serving low-income families; authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to execute the contract on behalf of the city; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: March 19, 2024
Department: Neighborhood Enhancement Department - Greg Carr, Director
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $130,000
Account Number: 12073326 - 56556
Funds Available: $130,000
Account Name: ARP FUNDS
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Background Information:
This request is to award a contract 224-146 to H-E-B Grocery Company to enable the WIC Program of the Neighborhood Enhancement Department to purchase disposable diapers on an as-needed basis for distribution to families in need. The cost of this contract is $130,000 and is fully funded with federal ARPA monies. The contract will end once all funds are exhausted.
Pursuant to Local Government Code, Section 271.102, the City may participate in cooperative purchasing programs. Therefore, staff recommends approval of this contract to H-E-B Grocery Company, with a home office located in San Antonio, Texas, in the amount of $130,000 for disposable diapers through the PACE purchasing cooperative program, contract number P00246.
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of a contract with H-E-B Grocery Company for purchase of disposable diapers for distribution through the City’s WIC Program.