Department: Purchasing
Department Head/Elected Official: DeWight Dopslauf
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 240015
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Smart Horizon Career Online Education
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of an award on the basis of best proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Smart Horizon Career Online Education for virtual high school diploma and workforce certificate program for the Public Library for the period of June 4, 2024 - June 3, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (240015), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
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Background and Discussion:
Harris County Public Library (HCPL) currently provides online high school diplomas along with career services for its population and has been gifted additional funds to expand its program. The extra funding will allow HCPL to expand its current program providing services to more individuals.
Expected Impact:
Increase enrollment opportunities for individuals and increased job preparedness.
Alternative Options:
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Prior Court Action (if any):
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Action Taken
3/26/24
382
Advertisement Approved
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Fiscal and Personnel Summary
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Virtual High School Diploma and Workforce Certificate Program for the Harris County Public Library
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