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LEGISLATIVE RESEARCH CENTER
File #: 24-5632    Version: 1
Type: Contract Status: Passed
File created: 10/30/2024 In control: Health Department
On agenda: 11/18/2024 Final action: 11/18/2024
Title: Vote to approve contract with DCS Pharmacy, Inc DBA Datascan pharmacy inventory software platform for the Chatham County Public Health Department
Attachments: 1. Datascan Contract 2024

Title

Vote to approve contract with DCS Pharmacy, Inc DBA Datascan pharmacy inventory software platform for the Chatham County Public Health Department

 

Abstract

 

Introduction & Background: On October 1, 2024, the Chatham County Public Health Department launched a new electronic health records (EHR) system, Epic through UNC Health. With this transition, the Public Health Department has been exploring software platforms to manage its pharmacy inventory. After exploring multiple options, staff determined that Datascan was the best option based on functionality and cost.

 

Discussion & Analysis: The initial term of the agreement is one year and will automatically renew in successive one-year terms unless earlier terminated.

 

How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: Plan Goal #10: Foster a healthy community.

                     

Budgetary Impact: N/A

                     

Recommendation: Motion to approve contract with DCS Pharmacy, Inc DBA Datascan pharmacy inventory software platform for the Chatham County Public Health Department.