Department: Purchasing
Department Head/Elected Official: DeWight Dopslauf
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 240014
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): First Class Units Inc
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 17%
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal is not 0% and is listed above
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of an award on the basis of only bid to First Class Units Inc in the amount of $489,480 for construction of four monuments within the Channelview and Northshore Community for Precinct 2, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240014), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 17%.
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Background and Discussion:
The Community Monuments Project aims to construct two architectural landmarks in Northshore and two in Channelview. Both communities actively engaged in a collaborative outreach process to choose the designs for these monuments.
Expected Impact:
Constructing four monuments in Channelview and Northshore will serve as landmarks of community pride and identity, fostering a sense of belonging among residents. These monuments will not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of the areas but also attract visitors, potentially boosting local tourism and economic activity. By improving the visibility and recognition of these neighborhoods, the monuments can lead to increased investment and development opportunities, ultimately improving the overall quality of life for residents.
Alternative Options:
Court may elect to not award the low bidder, and HCED can explore additional options, however this will cause project delays.
Alignment with Goal(s):
_ Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
_ Public Health
X Transportation
_ Flooding
_ Environment
_ Governance and Customer Service
Prior Court Action (if any):
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Date |
Agenda Item # |
Action Taken |
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01/30/2024 |
375 |
Transmittal by Purchasing of a project scheduled for advertising |
Location:
Address (if applicable): Northshore and Channelview
Precinct(s): Precinct 2
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Fiscal and Personnel Summary |
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Construction Services |
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Recurring Expenses |
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Funding Sources |
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Existing Budget |
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Other Precinct 2 |
$489,480 |
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Total Current Budget |
$489,480 |
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Additional Budget Request (Requires Fiscal Review Request Form) |
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Total Additional Budget Request |
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Total Funding Request |
$489,480 |
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Personnel (Fill out section only if requesting new PCNs) |
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Current Position Count for Service |
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Additional Positions Request |
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Total Personnel |
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Anticipated Court Date: March 26, 2024
Anticipated Implementation Date (if different from Court date): N/A
Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or COVID-19 related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Hatem Elbastawisy, Ph.D., P.E., Interim Sr. Director of Project Delivery, HCED; Maria Heinzmann, Senior Buyer, Harris County Purchasing
Attachments (if applicable): Letter, Bid Tab