HomeMy WebLinkAboutB. SANOFI PASTEUR - FLU VACCINECity of Port Arthur, Texas
Mayor and City Council Communication
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9/1/09 Page 1 of 1
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council approve the payment of 2,000 doses of influenza vaccine for the
2010 season in the amount of $16,450 from Sanofi Pasteur of Chicago, IL.
BACKGROUND:
Protecting citizens from seasonal flu is an important part of the services offered by the health department.
State of Texas term contract for Influenza Vaccine is with Sanofi Pasteur, thus eliminating the bidding pr
for local health departments. This year's state contract pricing is $76.28 per 10-dose vial. The H
Department's administration chazge is $10 and we also bill Medicare for eligible recipients.
BUDGET/FISCAL EFFECT:
Funds have been budgeted in the FY 2009 Health Department city budget to cover the entire cost of
vaccines, account number 001-1301-541.27-00.
STAFFING/EMPLOYEE EFFECT:
None.
SUMMARY:
It is recommended that the City Council approve the payment of flu vaccine for the FY 2009-2010 in
amount of $16,450 from Sanofi Pasteur of Chicago, IL; account number 001-1301-541.27-00.
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shi D. Alexander, MBA-HCM, Director of Health
Deborah Echols, CPA, Director of Finance Shawna Tubbs, Purchasing Manager
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CITY MANAGER