To: Board of Supervisors
From: Anna Roth, Health Services Director
Report Title: Purchase Order with Carl Zeiss Meditec USA, Inc.
?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 purchase order with Carl Zeiss Meditec USA, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $217,950 for the purchase of the CLARUS 500 instrument for the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC).
FISCAL IMPACT:
Approval of this action will result in a one-time capital expenditure of up to $217,950 and will be funded by Hospital Enterprise Fund I revenues.
BACKGROUND:
Carl Zeiss Meditec USA, Inc. is a subsidiary of Carl Zeiss Meditec AG, a global company specializing in medical technology. It provides advanced optical and digital visualization solutions for ophthalmology, neurosurgery, dentistry, and other medical fields. The company offers products such as surgical microscopes, diagnostic imaging systems, ophthalmic lasers, and refractive surgery solutions. Zeiss Meditec is known for its high-quality optics and innovations in medical diagnostics and treatment.
The CLARUS 500 is an ultra-widefield retinal imaging system designed for high-resolution fundus imaging. It captures 200? ultra-widefield images with true color, and high-contrast clarity, closely resembling the natural coloration of the retina. The system supports multimodal imaging, including color, fundus autofluorescence (FAF), and infrared imaging, making it a valuable tool for diagnosing and monitoring retinal diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and retinal detachments. Additionally, its ergonomic design enhances patient comfort and workflow efficiency, making it an essential instrument for ophthalmologists and retinal specialists.
Carl Zeiss Meditec USA, Inc. is a member of the Vizient Group Purchasing Organization (GPO), which allows Contra Costa ...
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