Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 2
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Adrian Garcia
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 250371
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): High Branch, Inc. dba TreeLife Farms; Raestone Holdings, Inc dba The J Team Tree Service; SiteOne Landscape Supply, LLC
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0.00%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable):
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of an award on the basis of best bid meeting specifications to High Branch, Inc. dba TreeLife Farms; Raestone Holdings, Inc dba The J Team Tree Service; and SiteOne Landscape Supply, LLC in the amount of $218,700 based on estimated quantities and fixed unit pricing for supply of various trees and related items for Harris County for the period of February 12, 2026 - February 11, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options (250371), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
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Background and Discussion:
Federally compliant procurement was required to utilize federal grant funding from the United States Department of Agriculture.
Expected Impact:
Harris County will be able to purchase trees using federal grant funding.
Alternative Options:
Forego the grant funds.
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County Strategic Plan Objective: I: Increase access to safe, clean, and enjoyable green space.
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