Primary Department: County Engineer
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, ENV SP, County Engineer
Secondary Department: County Library
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Edward Melton, Executive Director
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 25285MF3WU01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Smith & Company Architects, Inc.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 19.64%
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 for approval to execute an agreement with Smith & Company Architects, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $1,057,804.00 for Professional Architectural / Engineering Design Services for Programming, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, Bidding and Construction Administration Phases in connection with the Facility Reconstruction - HCPL - Annex 47 - 2727 El Camino Project located at 2727 El Camino St., Houston, TX, 77054, UPIN 25285MF3WU01, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.64%.
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Background and Discussion:
The purpose of this project is to construct a new library and auditorium facility at 2727 El Camino St., replacing the existing structure that is no longer suitable for modern public use. The new building design will also incorporate a public safety area to be used as an emergency shelter during disasters and crisis situations.
Expected Impact:
The project will enable Harris County to better serve its residents through enhanced public library services, community engagement, educational programming, cultural events, and shelter from inclement weather or disasters.
Alternative Options:
If the court declines to approve the design re...
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