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: Contract - Renewal
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Carahsoft Technology Corporation
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable):
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract renewal option with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for Granicus software services for Harris County for the period of January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026, at a cost of $84,873, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
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Background and Discussion:
On February 13, 2025 Commissioners Court approved an award to Carahsoft Technology Corporation for
Granicus video streaming software used to facilitate and manage Harris County Commissioners Court
meetings. Approval of the first renewal is requested to provide continued services.
Expected Impact:
Continued uninterrupted usage and support of the video streaming service.
Alternative Options:
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