FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 19, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Medical Institutional Services Corp. (Pink Sheets:MISJ) confirms that it has received Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) designation by the North Broward Hospital District (NBHD). The NBHD Board of Commissioners is empowered to establish, contract, operate and maintain hospitals in the northern two thirds of Broward County. Four medical centers and nearly 40 outpatient/primary care centers and satellite facilities.
It is the policy of the North Broward Hospital District that certified registered Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) has the maximum feasible opportunity to participate in all of the District's procurement opportunities. The district is committed to the growth and development of the Minority Business Enterprise through contracting opportunities for commodities and equipment.
The North Broward Hospital District awards millions of dollars in contracts to Minority Business Enterprises.
About Medical Institutional Services Corp.
Medical Institutional Services Corp. distributes all types of medical supplies to physician offices, hospitals, urgent care facilities and other healthcare providers.
In addition, Medical Institutional Services Corp. is a secondary pharmaceutical wholesaler of medicine to physician offices, hospitals, urgent care facilities and other healthcare providers.
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Forward-Looking Statements
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