Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Constables
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Phil Sandlin
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Amendment
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Axon Enterprises, Inc.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval to correct the exemption type from Sole Source Exemption - Local Government Code § 262.024 (a)(7) (as approved), term of August 29, 2023 - August 28, 2024, and the amount $113,222 (as approved) to the exemption type Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program, for the period of August 29, 2023 - June 28, 2027, at a cost of $205,201 (corrected) with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for hardware, accessories, warranty, and services through the Taser 7 and Taser 10 Programs for Constable Precinct 8, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
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Background and Discussion:
Taser 7 & 10 Program supports Constable Precinct 8 by providing energy weapons, offering a less-lethal alternative that enhances officer and civilian safety. Initially implemented under a sole source agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc.
Expected Impact:
The continued access to these less-than-lethal use of force options Axon, provides deputes on the street with much needed safety equipment to keep not only deputies but also citizens of Harris County safe.
Alternative Options:
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County Strategic Plan Goal: 1. Make Harris County safer and more just.
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Prior Court Action (if any):
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Anticipated Court Date: 4/16/2026
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Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or ARPA related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Jason Finnen, Constable Precinct 8; Brittani Bell, Purchasing
Attachments (if applicable): Letter