Discussion and possible action to approve Unifirst Uniforms Services as a Cooperative Purchasing Vendor (Sourcewell Contract #011124-UFC) for the purchase of goods and services for fiscal year ending 2026-2027 and in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Propgram, Sections 271.101, 271-102 (Cooperative Purchasing Program Participation) and any other

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Discussion and possible action to approve Unifirst Uniforms Services as a Cooperative Purchasing Vendor (Sourcewell Contract #011124-UFC) for the purchase of goods and services for fiscal year ending 2026-2027 and in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Propgram, Sections 271.101, 271-102 (Cooperative Purchasing Program Participation) and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: Webb County benefits from vendors that provide value pricing on various commodities ordered throughout the fiscal year. Solution: Utilizing national cooperative pricing through online marketplace vendors is a mechanism which provides Webb County competitive pricing and value for commodities being ordered. Unifirst Uniform Service has met the competitive requirements of the State of Texas. Result: Authorizing the use of national co-ops for purchases will provide more options, competitive pricing and cost savings for the department.

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