Legislation Details

File #: 25-4720    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Contract - Renewal Status: Passed
File created: 7/24/2025 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 8/7/2025 Final action: 8/7/2025
Title: Request for approval of a renewal option with Allen Austin Lowe & Powers dba Allen Austin; SarMark Enterprises, Inc. dba Berkely Search Consultants; and Recruiting Source International LLC for executive recruitment services for Harris County for the period of November 30, 2025 - November 29, 2026, at a cost of $500,000 (210306), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
Attachments: 1. 25-4720 Job No. 210306 Renewal - Multiple Vendors.pdf
Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Paige McInnis

Secondary Department: Management and Budget
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Daniel Ramos

Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA

Type of Request: Contract - Renewal

Project ID (if applicable): 210306
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Allen Austin Lowe & Powers dba Allen Austin; SarMark Enterprises, Inc. dba Berkely Search Consultants; and Recruiting Source International LLC

MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability

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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of a renewal option with Allen Austin Lowe & Powers dba Allen Austin; SarMark Enterprises, Inc. dba Berkely Search Consultants; and Recruiting Source International LLC for executive recruitment services for Harris County for the period of November 30, 2025 - November 29, 2026, at a cost of $500,000 (210306), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
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Background and Discussion:
To provide executive recruitment services via a pool of qualified vendors with demonstrated experience
recruiting a variety of positions and specialties that would support the needs of Harris County.

Expected Impact:
Fill high profile positions as needed throughout Harris County.

Alternative Options:
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