Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: N/A
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 250107
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Community Resources for Justice, Inc.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 13.3%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal is not 0% and is listed above
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of successful negotiations with the highest overall evaluation and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Community Resources for Justice, Inc. in the amount of $1,003,180 for professional services to provide non-carceral feasibility study for Harris County for the period of February 12, 2026 - February 11, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options (250107), MWBE Contracted Goal: 13.3%.
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Background and Discussion:
Harris County's jail facilities are operating at or near capacity and are not equipped to support the increasing behavioral health and medical needs of the population. Recognizing that expanding jail capacity alone would not address the root causes of incarceration, the County sought to explore alternatives through a non-carceral lens. Request for Qualifications (RFQ) was issued to identify a qualified firm to develop recommendations focused on deflection, diversion, and community-based services. Following an evaluation by the evaluation committee and negotiations, Community Resources for Justice, Inc. (CJI) was selected to proceed with the project.
Expected Impact:
Engaging an experienced firm will help Harris County develop actionable ...
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