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SHERIFF’S OFFICE - Sheriff Dave Kain
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Requested Action(s)
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a) AGREEMENT - Request approval and authorization for the Chair and the Sheriff to sign an Agreement with Diamond Drugs, Inc., for the purpose of supplying incarcerated persons with pharmacy services for the rates set forth in Exhibit “B, C and D” with a not to exceed amount of $500,000.00, effective 7/1/26 through 6/30/27
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Financial Impact:
The funding source for the Agreement has been budgeted for in FY 26/27 Jail Health Budget 20321.
Background Information:
A Request for Proposal (RFP) was released June 2nd, 2025, for Pharmacy Services and Medical Supplies. On September 4th, 2025, two responses were received. The proposals were reviewed and scored, and Diamond Drugs, Inc. was unanimously the highest scored vendor.
Diamond Drugs, Inc., is dedicated to responsive, strategic, and results-driven pharmacy solutions and designs services to fully align with the County of Tehama goals. Diamond Drugs, Inc., has been providing pharmacy services to the Tehama County Jail since 2008. As a pharmacy partner, Diamond will continue to provide:
- Prompt, reliable customer service led by experienced professionals
- Enhanced clinical services that support better outcomes
- Cost-avoidance initiatives designed to improve budget predictability
- Superior formulary management backed by complete pricing transparency
- Flexible packaging solutions tailored to operational workflows
- Full regulatory compliance to ensure safety and accountability
- Comprehensive, meaningful reporting and data-driven analytics
- A web-based software platform for streamlined prescription order entry and eMAR access
Diamond Drugs, Inc., will continue to provide Tehama County with a consistent and reliable medication dispensing process, prompt and responsive support, and comprehensive pharmacy program management solutions in the most cost-effective manner.