RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Director of Child Support Services, or designee, to execute a contract containing modified indemnification with Laboratory Corporation of America Holding, in an amount of $50,000, for genetic parentage testing services for the period January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2019.
FISCAL IMPACT:
These services will be funded by allocations from the Federal Government at 66% and State of California at 34%. No County match is required.
BACKGROUND:
The Department of Child Support Services provides on-site genetic testing to clients twice per month through Laboratory Corporation of America Holding. Genetic testing is used to determine biological parentage by comparing the DNA markers of the mother, alleged father, and child. By establishing paternity, the Department of Child Support Services can establish a court order and assist in collecting financial and medical support of children.
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