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40.

Meeting Date:	03/14/2016
Stericycle Contract for Jail
Submitted for:	Martin Cuellar	Submitted By:	Joe Lopez
Department:	Sheriff

Subject:

Discussion and possible action to approve a service agreement between Webb County and Stericycle for the collection, transport, treatment, and disposal of all regulated medical waste generated by the Webb County Jail effective February 1, 2016 at a monthly rate of $1,329.92 and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Account #001-2062-6209-04]

Issue: The Webb County Jail on a daily basis generates regulated medical waste which requires proper removal and disposal in accordance with State regulations.

Solution: Approve new Stericycle agreement to continue proper removal and disposal of medical waste generated by County Jail operations.

Results: Compliance with State regulatory laws and State Jail Commission Standards.

Background:

The Webb County Jail has on an annual basis used Stericycle to properly remove, collect and dispose of medical waste. This service is necessary to comply with State health regulations and the State Jail Commission rules and regulations. Previous agreement expired and payments can't be processed unless a new service agreement is approved by Commissioners Court.

The Webb County Sheriff's Office recommends approval.

Previous Court Action:

None.

Fiscal Impact

Budget Account Number:	001-2062-6209-04
Funding Source:	Medical Equipment
Balance:	109,920.00
Financial Impact:
Acct # 001-2062-6209-04 Medical Equipment $1,329.92 / month

Attachments
Stericycle for Jail medical waste