Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Public Health Services
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Leah Barton
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Renewal
Project ID (if applicable): 240190
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Houston Area Women's Center, 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
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of a renewal option with Houston Area Women's Center, Inc. for domestic violence system coordination & support services for Public Health Services for the period of December 10, 2025 - December 9, 2026, at a cost of $1,000,000 (240190), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
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Background and Discussion:
Domestic violence remains a significant public health crisis in Harris County, requiring a coordinated, system-level response to ensure survivors and families can access timely, effective, and trauma-informed services. The Domestic Violence System Coordination and Support Services agreement with the Houston Area Women's Center (HAWC) strengthens the regional response infrastructure by building capacity and leveraging existing partnerships with established service providers.
The initiative will deliver tangible outcomes, including a unified data collection system and dashboard, standardized hotline and shelter intake protocols, and a coordinated media campaign and fundraising strategy to support long-term sustainability.
Expected Impact:
The renewal will allow HAWC to lead efforts that strengthen coordination and collaboration, standardize access to...
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