Primary Department: County Engineer
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, ENV SP, County Engineer
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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 19103MF12H01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Brooks and Sparks, Inc.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): 0%
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to execute an agreement with Brooks & Sparks, Inc., in the amount of $323,082.00 for Professional Engineering Services in connection with Barwood Subdivision Drainage Improvements – 2018, UPIN 19103MF12H01, Precinct 3, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% Non-Divisible.
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Background and Discussion:
Barwood Subdivision Drainage Improvements project is located southwest of the intersection of N Eldridge Pkwy and Cypress North Houston Road. The existing drainage system includes underground storm sewer with concrete curb and gutter streets. The scope of work for this project consists of upsizing the underground storm sewer in the subdivision to provide accommodation for increased conveyance to HCFCD channel E132-00-00. The additional funds will cover the construction phase services agreement for construction oversight of the subdivision drainage improvements.
Expected Impact:
This project seeks to reduce flood risk and strengthen resiliency in Harris County by assisting in the alleviation of structural flood damage to homes in the community. No impact on project schedule or cost anticipated.
Alternative Options:
The County could elect to approve the requested task or choose to reject it. However, if not approved, the project will not proceed with construction.
County Strategic Plan Goal: 5. Minimize the impact of climate change and disasters.
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): H6: Expand neighborhood drainage programs.
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:
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Location: Tower Oaks Meadows Subdivision
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Precinct(s): Precinct 3
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Anticipated Court Date: 9/18/2025
Anticipated Implementation Date (if different from Court date): Click or tap to enter a date.
Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or ARPA related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Erwin Burden, P.E., CFM, Chief of Engineering and Architectural Services
Attachments (if applicable): Contract Agreement