TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Tracy Schulze, Auditor-Controller
REPORT BY: Christine Hernandez, Deputy Auditor-Controller
SUBJECT: County-Wide Review of Amazon Capital Services e-Commerce Procurement Program
RECOMMENDATION
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Accept and instruct the Clerk of the Board to file the review of the Amazon Capital Services e-Commerce Procurement Program for the Period of July 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025. (Fiscal Impact: None, Discretionary)
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BACKGROUND
The County of Napa utilizes the Amazon e-Commerce platform for procurement purposes in accordance with all applicable state laws, the Napa County Code, and the Napa County Purchasing Policy.
Participation in the Amazon platform is made possible through a cooperative purchasing agreement facilitated by OMNIA Partners, a group purchasing organization. By leveraging the collective buying power of public agencies, OMNIA Partners secures competitive pricing and favorable contract terms for a wide range of goods and services.
Administration of the County’s Amazon e-Commerce account is managed by the Purchasing Manager, acting as the designee of the County Purchasing Agent. The Purchasing Manager is authorized to create and manage departmental subaccounts to support purchasing needs across County departments.
The Amazon e-Commerce platform was implemented to streamline the procurement process, enhance purchasing efficiency, and ensure the timely delivery of supplies, particularly during emergency situations.
Requested Action: Accept and file the report.
FISCAL & STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
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Is there a Fiscal Impact? |
No |
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Is it Mandatory or Discretionary? |
Discretionary |
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The proposed action is not a project as defined by 14 California Code of Regulations 15378 (State CEQA Guidelines) and therefore CEQA is not applicable.