Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams
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Secondary Department Head/Elected Official:
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Position
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
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 one (1) position effective October 17, 2026.
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Background and Discussion:
Approval to add one (1) Procurement Coordinator IV position to the Office of the Purchasing Agent to support the new Vendor Management service level. Funds were approved as part of HCPA SER2 operational imperative in Commissioners Court on September 8, 2026. The new service level is under development.
Expected Impact:
The position will strengthen centralized vendor oversight by improving the County’s ability to assess, document, and track vendor performance throughout contract lifecycles. The position will provide dedicated support for vendor performance monitoring, supplier and department communications and user support, ERP vendor administration, and other Countywide vendor management related activities. Consistent performance records will improve visibility across departments, support earlier identification of recurring vendor issues, and provide a more reliable history for future procurement decisions. This capacity will support oversight of the County’s expanding vendor requirements, including MWBE participation, minimum wage, safety, and other performance and compliance obligations.
Alternative Options:
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County Strategic Plan Goal: 3. Make our economy more inclusive.
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