Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: County Clerk
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Teneshia Hudspeth
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 260135
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Homecare Products, Inc. dba EZ-ACCESS
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Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of an award on the basis of only bid to Homecare Products, Inc. dba EZ-ACCESS in the amount of $312,861 for election ADA ramps, platform, rails, and other related items for a one (1) year initial term with four (4) one-year renewal options (260135), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
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Background and Discussion:
Harris County has identified the need to procure Election ADA Ramps, Platforms, Rails, and Other Related Items to support accessibility requirements at polling locations throughout the County. These items are necessary to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and to provide safe, accessible access for voters with disabilities during elections. Awarding this contract will enable the County to obtain these materials on an as-needed basis, ensuring polling locations remain accessible, compliant, and prepared to meet the needs of all voters.
Expected Impact:
The award of this contract will provide Harris County with a reliable source for Election ADA Ramps, Platforms, Rails, and Other Related Items necessary to maintain accessible polling locations throughout the County. The availability of these materials will help ensure compliance with ADA requirements, enhance voter accessibility and safety, and support the County's commitment to providing equitable access to election services.
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Anticipated Court Date: 7/9/2026
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Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or ARPA related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Yinka Antwi, Director, Finance and Purchasing - Elections Department; Tamara L. Twiner, Senior Buyer, Harris County Purchasing
Attachments (if applicable): Letter, BidTable