Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Paige McInnis
Secondary Department: Sheriff
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Ed Gonzalez
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 230493
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Street Smarts VR Inc.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): Choose an item.
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval to rescind an award from Govred Technology, Inc. in connection with an award approved by Commissioners Court on October 8, 2024 and approve a new award and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Street Smarts VR Inc. in the amount of $125,000 for virtual reality equipment, implementation, training and support services for the Sheriff's Office (County, Federal, State and Grant Funds) for the period of May 8, 2025 - May 7, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options (230493), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
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Background and Discussion:
The Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) serves a diverse population of over 4.8 million residents across 1,700
square miles. HCSO emphasizes the importance of partnerships with vendors and the community in addressing crime challenges.
Due to the COPS Technology and Equipment Program Grant, the HCSO with the help of the Office of Purchasing Agent released a Request for Proposal (RFP) for virtual reality equipment and support services. Virtual reality (VR) provides law enforcement agencies with realistic training simulations that enhance decision-making and tactical responses without real-world ris...
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