Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Universal Services
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Sindhu Menon
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Financial Authorization
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Smiths Detection Inc.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): Exempt
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): Exempt
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and a renewal option with Smiths Detection Inc. in the amount of $154,457 for repair and maintenance services for Smith Detection Products for Universal Services for the period of March 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
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Background and Discussion:
On October 25, 2016, the County entered into an agreement with Contractor to provide networkable X-Ray/Electromagnetic security scanners and all necessary peripherals and equipment to cover building entrances at multiple security-sensitive locations. Universal Services now desires to enter into a sole source agreement for the purpose of providing repair and maintenance services of the equipment.
Expected Impact:
Continued maintenance and support of equipment used at various security-sensitive locations throughout Harris County.
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