Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Flood Control District
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Marcus Stuckett
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Renewal
Project ID (if applicable): 250324
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Wildernex LLC
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable):
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 a renewal option with Wildernex LLC for nuisance animal control for the Flood Control District for the period of February 1, 2027 - January 31, 2028, at a cost of $248,250 (250324), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
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Background and Discussion:
Nuisance Animal Control for the Harris County Flood Control District is conducted to assist in the protection of the District’s infrastructure, reduce damage to private property, and reduce the risk of flooding in areas dense with wildlife. Most of this work will focus on the removal of beavers creating blockages of water conveyance and the removal of nutria burrowing on the slopes of channels creating sinkholes and washouts. Working conditions often require specialized and experienced individuals creating the need of qualified contractors. These services will provide support for infrastructure maintenance work that will be executed as a result of the passage of the “Maintenance Matters” Proposition in November 2024.
Expected Impact:
HCFCD owns a lot of Right of Way that abuts private property and public park land. Award of this contract will allow HCFCD to respond to internal and external requests to assess potential flooding risks and facilitate the removal of them to mitigate for risk of slope failure and possible damage to public and private property.
Alternative Options:
An alternative option would be to eliminate the contract and program and address damages and repairs at additional expense to Harris County Flood Control which could be prevented with this contract.
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): I4: Encourage the growth of natural habitats in County channels and improve cleanliness of green spaces while reducing debris and enhancing beautification.
Economy Initiative (Goal 3): N/A
Health Initiative (Goal 4): N/A
Climate/Resilience Initiative (Goal 5): R2: Pilot conservation-focused maintenance and green infrastructure for cost savings and environmental benefits.
Housing Initiative (Goal 6): N/A
Additional notes related to the Strategic Plan:
Prior Court Action (if any):
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11/13/2025 |
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1/8/2026 |
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Address (if applicable): N/A
Precinct(s): Countywide
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Anticipated Court Date: 9/17/2026
Anticipated Implementation Date (if different from Court date): 1/1/2027
Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or COVID-19 related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Nicolas Griffin, Manager, FMT; Megan Gottselig, Forest Establishment Coordinator, FMT; Rowdy Born, Selective Clearing Coordinator, FMT, Hugh Taylor, Senior Buyer, Purchasing
Attachments (if applicable): Letter