Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Purchasing
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 250219
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Blazestack,Inc
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible
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 for approval of an award on the basis of best proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Blazestack, Inc. for Fire Investigation Case Management System for the Fire Marshal's Office for the period of March 19, 2026 - March 18, 2027 with three (3) one-year renewal options (250219), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
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Background and Discussion:
The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office conducts fire and arson investigations that require detailed documentation, evidence tracking, and comprehensive reporting. Currently, investigative information and case documentation are managed through multiple systems and manual processes, which can limit efficiency, consistency, and long-term data accessibility. Implementing a Fire Investigation Case Management System will provide a centralized, secure platform for investigators to document incidents, manage digital evidence, generate standardized reports, and maintain compliance with CJIS security requirements. A cloud-based solution will also eliminate the need for departmental IT infrastructure while ensuring reliable access to case data and investigative records.
Expected Impact:
Implementation of a Fire Investigation Case Management System will impr...
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