Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Flood Control District
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Tina Petersen
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Renewal
Project ID (if applicable): 230363
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Environmental Tree and Design, Inc.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): 0%
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 Environmental Tree and Design, Inc. for tree spading services for the Flood Control District for the period of January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026, at a cost of $560,759, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230363), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
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Background and Discussion:
Tree Spading Services for the Harris County Flood Control District support the District's reforestation efforts through the transplanting and establishment of trees that are larger than what can be provided through traditional nursery supplies. These services will provide support for infrastructure maintenance work that will be executed as a result of the passage of the "Maintenance Matters" Proposition in November 2024.
Expected Impact:
Renewing this contract will allow the District to continue to move select trees out of the path of construction and place large trees on sites to be enjoyed by the public. Trees transplanting through these operations provide instant impact to reforestation areas and helps to speed the reforestation process.
Alternative Options:
The District could purchase the equipment nec...
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