Primary Department: County Engineer
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, ENV SP, County Engineer
Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official:
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): UPIN 24102MF3BG01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Concept Engineers, Inc
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 19.6%
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 Concept Engineers Inc. in the amount of $342,620 for Professional Engineering Services in connection with Maintenance - Clear Lake Park Bulkhead Replacement - Precinct 2 - 2023, UPIN 24102MF3BG01, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.6%.
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Background and Discussion:
The request will allow Harris County to initiate the study, design and bid phases with Concept Engineers Inc to provide professional engineering services to develop the engineering plans for the necessary maintenance / replacement of the damaged bulkhead at Lake Clear Park. The existing Bulkhead is in urgent need of repairs long overdue because of extensive damage caused by the repeated impacts of frequent storms and severe weather conditions. In addition, the shore front adjacent to the two boat ramps has been severely eroded over the years and is slowly extending further into the parking lot as the water from the waves washes away the soil supporting the parking lot above it. After the necessary repairs hand rails are required at the boat ramps for safety purposes .
Expected Impact:
The construction project will result in the urgently required maintenance work to replace, repair, support and stabilize the existing bulkhead, address the shore front erosion and provide the safety hand rail at the boat ramps. This will not only improve and increase the protection that the wall provides against the wave action but will also address the slow deterioration of the parking lot (excessive cracking and failing of pavement) so all the parking spaces are safely available. The repair of the shore front will make the boats ramp safe and protect the area of the parking lot above so trucks towing boats can come close to the ramp and boats can be launched safely. Overall, the repair and maintenance work will have a positive impact and create an enhanced environment for the constituents to enjoy the nearby parks and Boat launches
Alternative Options:
If no action is taken the bulkhead will continue to deteriorate and water will continue to infiltrate though the damaged wall causing the parking lot to pavement to crack and eventually cave in as the soil is washed away. The safety benefits associated with the initiation of the project will not be achieved and in case of another major storm the damage to the parking lot and adjacent area may be catastrophic. The recreational attraction of the park will be negatively impacted.
County Strategic Plan Goal: 2. Connect our community with safe, reliable, equitably distributed, and well-maintained infrastructure.
County Strategic Plan Objective: H: Improve the condition and resilience of County transportation, flood control, and other infrastructure.
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): N/A
Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2): G1: Expand pedestrian and cyclist infrastructure on County-managed roads,
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:
Provide necessary repairs and maintenance tasks to keep the county’s critical infrastructure in state of good repair for it to operate and function in safe and efficient manner . Safe guard against catastrophic failure Ensure safety is not compromised due to deterioration of various components or areas of infrastructure
Prior Court Action (if any):
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05/07/2024 |
24-2685 |
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Location:
Address (if applicable): 16125 E Channelview Dr, Channelview, TX 77530
Precinct(s): Precinct 2
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Anticipated Court Date: 12/11/2025
Anticipated Implementation Date (if different from Court date): 12/11/2025
Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or COVID-19 related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Erwin Burden, P.E., Senior Director, Capital Project Infrastructure,
Harris County Engineering Department
Attachments (if applicable): Professional Service Agreement