Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: County Engineer
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 260114
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): SpawGlass Construction Corp.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 9.9%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable):
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal is not 0% and is listed above
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable):
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of an award on the basis of only proposal meeting requirements to SpawGlass Construction Corp. in the amount of $6,689,679 for Tom Bass Park amphitheater canopy installation for the Office of the County Engineer, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (260114), MWBE Contracted Goal: 9.9%.
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Background and Discussion:
This project is located within Tom Bass Park at 3452 Fellows Road along Clear Creek. The existing seating areas to the amphitheater facility are exposed to the sun, having patrons exposed to the sun during performances. The proposed development will provide a shade canopy to protect patrons of the arts from direct sun exposure, which will enhance the attendee experience.
Expected Impact:
The structure will be designed and constructed to minimize impacts to the existing development while providing protection from the sun as well as various other inclement weather. With the addition of a lighting and sound systems, the facility will be able to provide a venue for greater use by the performing arts community. The amphitheater can be used more effectively by various performing arts users.
Alternative Options:
By not constructing the canopy, the existing amphitheater will remain at a limited operation due to the impacts of the sun on the patrons of the amphitheater.
County Strategic Plan Goal: 2. Connect our community with safe, reliable, equitably distributed, and well-maintained infrastructure.
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Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): N/A
Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2): N/A
Economy Initiative (Goal 3): N/A
Health Initiative (Goal 4): N/A
Climate/Resilience Initiative (Goal 5): N/A
Housing Initiative (Goal 6): N/A
Additional notes related to the Strategic Plan:
Prior Court Action (if any):
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Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement for Tom Bass Park Amphitheater canopy installation for the Office of the County Engineer (260114). |
Location:
Address (if applicable): 3452 Fellows Road, Houston, TX 77047
Precinct(s): Precinct 1
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Anticipated Court Date: 7/30/2026
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Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or COVID-19 related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Richard Ruchhoeft, Project Manager; Erwin Burden, PE, CFM, Chief of Engineering and Architectural Services, Office of County Engineer; Matthew McGarrity, Sourcing Manager, Purchasing.
Attachments (if applicable): Letter, Bid Table