Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Harris County Resources for Children and Adults
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Joel Levine
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Renewal
Project ID (if applicable): 210166
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): SEM Applications, Inc.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): 0%
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of a renewal option with SEM Applications, Inc. for Guardianship Program Solution for Harris County for the period of January 4, 2026 - January 3, 2027, at a cost of $90,846 (210166), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
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Background and Discussion:
HCRCA's Adult Services is requesting to renew the contract for the Guardianship Program Solution. The current SEM system provides the efficiency and accuracy needed to maintain client personal and financial records.
Expected Impact:
The SEM system is used by approximately 100 employees and has proven to be effective in client management. This expenditure is budgeted in general funds.
Alternative Options:
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County Strategic Plan Goal: 1. Make Harris County safer and more just.
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Additional notes related to the Strategic Plan: Renewing the Adult Services client database ...
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