Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Public Health Services
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Leah Barton
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 230110
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable):
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): Choose an item.
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of an award on the basis of best proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc. for vehicle leasing and fleet management services for Public Health Services for the period of October 30, 2025 - October 29, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options (230110), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
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Background and Discussion:
Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is requesting authorization to execute a vehicle lease agreement utilizing a federally procured contract that complies with federal procurement guidelines. This step is necessary in order to allow the use of federal grant funds to support vehicle leases for HCPH programs. Traditional leasing mechanisms through county contracts do not meet the federal compliance requirements needed to utilize certain grant funds, particularly those tied to emergency preparedness, outreach, or federally funded public health programs. Approval to move forward with this agreement ensures that HCPH can meet urgent transportation and logistical needs without compromising eligibility for grant reimbursement.
Expected Impact:
Executing this lease agreement will enhance operational capacity by providing relia...
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