Department: Purchasing
Department Head/Elected Official: DeWight Dopslauf
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Financial Authorization
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Quickbase, Inc.
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an addendum to an agreement with Quickbase, Inc. in the amount of $297,000 for QuickBase business and enterprise subscription(s) for Harris County through June 26, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
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Background and Discussion:
Quickbase, Inc., is a software company that provides a low-code application development platform. Their enterprise agreement with Universal Services aims to improve product delivery, allowing unlimited users and applications while providing advantages through bulk and volume discounts.
Expected Impact:
Quickbase offers a platform that enables users to build custom applications without the need for extensive
coding knowledge. The company's platform provides a range of features, including drag-and-drop
functionality, customizable templates, and pre-built components. These features allow users to build and
deploy applications quickly and efficiently, saving time and resources.
Alternative Options:
Microsoft Excel, which has limited functions and not able to produce the results that QuickBase allows.
Alignment with Goal(s):
_ Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
_ Public Health
_ Transportation
_ Flooding
_ Environment
X Governance and Customer Service
Prior Court Action (if any): N/A
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