Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Paige McInnis
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 1
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Rodney Ellis
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 240372
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Econ Development, Inc.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 16%
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Econ Development, Inc. in the amount of $3,971,844 for drainage improvements in the Parkway Forest Subdivision - 2018 (P122-00-00 Basin) for Precinct 1 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240372), MWBE Contracted Goal: 16%.
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Background and Discussion:
Parkway Forest is in Northeast Harris County, Texas, Precinct 1. The subdivision is mainly composed of single-family homes. The residents have experienced structural flooding during several recent flood events. The proposed solution includes upgrading the storm sewer system and adding a detention basin.
Expected Impact:
This project seeks to reduce flooding and strengthen resiliency in Harris County, by assisting in the alleviation of structural flood damage to homes in the community. No impact on project schedule or cost anticipated.
Alternative Options:
If no action is taken, the contractor will not be accessible for support through the construction of the project.
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