Department: Purchasing
Department Head/Elected Official: Paige McInnis
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Renewal
Project ID (if applicable): 200112
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Texas A&M University - Kingsville
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0%
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 a renewal option with Texas A&M University - Kingsville for consulting services for native seed mix development for the Flood Control District for the period of March 1, 2025 - February 28, 2026 at a cost of $179,481 (200112), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
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Background and Discussion: This study involves research and trials of various native grass species to determine if a commercially available mix of grasses can be developed that meets the District's turf establishment requirements. A native grass option that provides similar benefits to the existing seed plans will give the program more tools to ensure turf establishment continues to be successful.
Expected Impact: N/A
Alternative Options: N/A
Alignment with Goal(s):
_ Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
_ Public Health
_ Transportation
X Flooding
_ Environment
_ Governance and Customer Service
Prior Court Action (if any):
Date
Agenda Item #
Action Taken
01/25/2022
257
Renewal 1 approved for term 03/01/2022 - 02/28/2023
02/21/2023
279
Renewal 2 approved for term 03/01/2023 - 02/28/2024
12/19/2023
236
Renewal 3 approved for term 03/01/2024 - 02/28/2025
Location:
Address (if applicable): N/A
Precinct(s): Countywide
Fiscal and Personnel Summary
Service Name
Consulting Services for Native Seed Mix Development for the Harris County Flood Control District
Current Fiscal Year Cost
Annual Fiscal Cost
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Non-Labor
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Recurring Expenses
Funding Sources
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