Legislation Details

File #: 26-3767    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Contract - Award Status: Passed
File created: 5/31/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 6/11/2026 Final action: 6/11/2026
Title: Request for approval to execute an agreement with Johnston LLC in the amount of $240,000.00, to provide construction documents needed for the construction of new air handling units at 1302 Preston Street, Houston, TX 77002, UPIN 25035MF3WY01, Countywide, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.60%.
Sponsors: Mony Hossain
Attachments: 1. (26-3767)-Award - HVAC MEP Upgrades - 1302 Preston - 2025 - Johnston LLC - 6.11 Updated.pdf
Primary Department: County Engineer
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, ENV-SP

Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: N/A

Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA

Type of Request: Contract - Award

Project ID (if applicable): 25035MF3WY01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Johnston LLC

MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 19.6%
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 Johnston LLC in the amount of $240,000.00, to provide construction documents needed for the construction of new air handling units at 1302 Preston Street, Houston, TX 77002, UPIN 25035MF3WY01, Countywide, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.60%.
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Background and Discussion:
Johnston LLC was approved as the prime consultant to begin negotiations for the design and construction for replacement of all (5) air handling units at the existing building at 1302 Preston St., Houston, TX 77002. The evaluations include a review of existing building conditions, producing as-built drawings reflecting existing site conditions, cost estimates for recommended design and construction approach and emphasizing architectural design elements that support an efficient and cohesive operational environment for the end users.

Expected Impact:
The approval of this agreement would allow the design firm Johnston LLC. to conduct the necessary site assessments, complete design phases and cost estimates to accommodate the increasing demands for mechanical services at the existing facility and improve overall functionality. These enhancements will help modernize the facility, improve overall efficiency, and strengthen service deli...

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