Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: N/A
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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 240421
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Byztrav Consultants Inc
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Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of only proposal and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Byztrav Consultants Inc for travel management services for Harris County for the period of November 13, 2025 - November 12, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options (240421), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
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Background and Discussion:
To provide Travel Management services to Harris County employees that will be traveling on approved, work-related business. The Agency will provide full booking services over the internet and by phone.
Expected Impact:
Travel Management services will provide the County with the best pricing for travel and accommodations and will provide faster, more consistent service compared to employees booking their own business-related travel.
Alternative Options:
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County Strategic Plan Goal: N/A
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Prior Court Action (if any):
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Anticipated Court Date: 11/13/2025
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Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or ARPA related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Graylin Guidry, Assistant Director of Finance, Housing and Community Development, Gisselle Zapata, Sr. Contract Manager, Purchasing
Attachments (if applicable): Letter, Agreement