Department
Medical Examiner
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Request approval of a recommended proposal - Medical Examiner, 24RFP144589C-JH, Toxicology Services in an amount not to exceed $175,275.00 with National Medical Services, Inc. dba NMS Labs (Horsham, PA) to provide forensic postmortem toxicology testing services effective April 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025 with two renewal options. (APPROVED)
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with the Purchasing Code Sections 102-374 or 102-375, all competitive sealed proposals shall be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Justice and Safety
Commission Districts Affected
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Is this a purchasing item?
Yes
Summary & Background: This contract will provide Postmortem Toxicology Testing Services for the Medical Examiner’s Office. Timely toxicology testing and comprehensive reporting of results are essential functions of death investigations in determining the cause and manner of death in support of law enforcement agencies, the court system, next-of-kin, and the citizens of Fulton County.
Scope of Work: Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials and equipment necessary to provide comprehensive postmortem forensic toxicology testing services that meet the minimum qualifications, quality and test specifications set forth in the solicitation for the Medical Examiner’s Office on an as needed basis.
Community Impact: N/A
Department Recommendation: National Medical Services Inc.
Project Implications: Coordinate criminal justice through a unified, collaborative approach with courts, public safety, and community partners by providing information, evidence and expert opinions to law enforcement agencies and the court system in cases of deaths resulting from criminal acts.
Community Issues/Concerns: N/A
Department Issues/Concerns: There are no department issues/concerns
Contract Modification: This is a new procurement.
Contract & Compliance Information
Contract Value: $175,275.00
Prime Vendor: National Medical Services, Inc. dba NMS Labs
Prime Status: Non-Minority
Location: Horsham, PA
County: Montgomery County
Prime Value: $175,275.00 or 100.00%
Total Contract Value: $175,275.00 or 100.00%
Total Certified Value: $0
Exhibits Attached
Exhibit 1: Evaluation Committee Recommendation Letter
Exhibit 2: Performance Evaluation Memo
Contact Information
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Marian Green, Deputy Director, Medical Examiner, (404) 613-4504
Contract Attached
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Previous Contracts
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Total Contract Value
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This Request: |
$175,275.00 |
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$175,275.00 |
Grant Information Summary
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Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
100-340-3400-1160: General, Medical Examiner, Professional Services
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Start Date: 4/1/2025 |
End Date: 12/31/2025 |
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Renewal/Extension Terms: Two renewal options |
Overall Contractor Performance Rating: New Vendor
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