Primary Department: County Engineer
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Dr. Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, ENV SP, County Engineer
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones, Commissioner
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): UPIN 25104MF3SM01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): SSP Engineering & Consulting, PLLC
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 18.52%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): 0%
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 SSP Engineering & Consulting, PLLC in the amount of $262,692.00 for Professional Engineering Services in connection with Feasibility Study - Bridgeland Center Point Trail - 2025, UPIN 25104MF3SM01, Precinct 4, MWBE Contracted Goal: 18.52%.
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Background and Discussion:
The request will allow Harris County to initiate a feasibility study with SSP Engineering & Consulting PLLC to provide professional engineering services for assessment of a proposed trail extending from John Paul Landing to Jack Road. The trail would generally follow the existing CenterPoint easement and consist of an approximately 10-foot-wide sidewalk, with alignment adjustments as necessary to accommodate transmission lines.
Expected Impact:
This project would determine the feasibility of a Hike and Bike Path along the project limits which will connect to existing sidewalks enhancing the mobility options for the non-motorized modes while providing safe and efficient connectivity. The study is also intended to include additional recreational opportunities for surrounding communities, while identifying improvements to enhance mobility a...
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