Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Housing and Community Development
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Thao Costis
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 260073
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Carnes Funeral Home dba Texas Funeral Service
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0%
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 only proposal and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Carnes Funeral Home dba Texas Funeral Service for mortuary services for the Housing and Community Development Department for the period of December 1, 2026 – November 30, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options (260073), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
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Background and Discussion:
The mortuary services contract supports the County’s responsibility to ensure timely, respectful, and compliant handling of decedent cases. Continuity of these services is critical for maintaining operational efficiency across departments that rely on coordinated case management, transport, and related mortuary functions. This agreement addresses ongoing service needs, mitigates risk of service disruptions, and ensures that the provider remains aligned with County standards and procedural requirements.
Expected Impact:
This contract will ensure the continued availability of essential mortuary services and allow the provider to maintain timely and dignified handling of cases. It also supports uninterrupted operations, improves consistency in service delivery, and reduces the likelihood of delays that...
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