To: Board of Supervisors
From: Dr. Grant Colfax, Health Services Director
Report Title: Purchase Order with Stryker Sales, LLC
☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute on behalf of the Health Services Director, a one-time purchase order with Stryker Sales, LLC in an amount not to exceed $41,290 and Stryker Corporation Standard Terms of Sale (US) for the purchase of a 6506 MTS Power Cor Mid Gurney and ProCare Support Services for a period of five years, beginning two years after the date of delivery for the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC).
FISCAL IMPACT:
Approval of this action will result in a one-time expenditure of up to $41,290 and will be funded by Hospital Enterprise Fund I revenues.
BACKGROUND:
The 6506 MTS Power Cor Mid Gurney, available through Stryker Sales, LLC and features a battery-powered hydraulic system, which enables effortless, one-touch adjustments for lifting and lowering. Additionally, advanced features such as load-sensing technology, integrated fleet management for remote monitoring, and enhanced maneuverability, ensuring both patient safety and operational efficiency. The Inpatient Psychiatry Unit at CCRMC currently lacks the infrastructure to safely transport critically ill or code patients to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) or Emergency Department (ED). The patient beds are permanently bolted to the ground, preventing timely transfers in emergencies and posing a significant risk to patient safety. This new equipment will allow for efficient, safe patient movement and will ensure enhance patient safety. The equipment is covered under warranty for the first two years. Stryker will perform the repair and maintenance services to the equipment rendered in connection with the quote for a period of five years, beginning two years after the date of delivery.
The Stryker Standard Terms of Sale (US) obligates the County to indemnify Stryker against any claims due to negligent acts or ommission of the County. Stryker’s liability will not exceed the purchase price of the applicable products minus depreciation or in the case of services, service fees paid by the customer in the twelve month period immediately preceeding the claim. Neither party will be entitiled to, nor will be liable for, indirect, special, incidental, consequential or punitive famages of any nature, including, but not limited to, loss of business, profits or revenue or business interruption. In the event of the County’s default in payment for the products purchased, the County will be responsible for all reasonable costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) incurred by Stryker in collection of any sums owing by the County, and Stryker will not be obligated to make any further deliveries to the County. Should the County elect to cancel its order, in whole or in part, the County will be liable to Stryker for any non-refundable deposits and reasonable cancellation charges that will include, but not be limited to, all costs and expenses incurred by Stryker in connection with procuring and filling the County’s purchase order.
Additionally, this purchase is subject to the ProCare Services Terms and Conditions set forth in Appendix 3 of the Stryker Standard Terms of Sale (US) which provide that in no instance will Stryker be liable to the County of incidental, punitive, special, cover, exemplary, multiplied, or attorney’s fees or costs. The County agrees to indemnify and defend Stryker against any Claims due to the negligent acts or omissions of the County or its officers, employees, representatives or agents.
Approval of this action will allow Stryker Sales, LLC to provide the necessary transport solution, ensuring the safe and efficient transfer of critically ill patients. This will enhance patient care by enabling timely relocation to the ICU or ED, thereby improving overall safety and continuity of care in emergencies. This purchase is being justified via sole source.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this action is not approved, CCRMC will be unable to safely and efficiently transport critically ill or code patients to the ICU or ED, jeopardizing patient safety and hindering the ability to provide timely, life-saving care during emergencies.