Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Paige McInnis
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 3
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Tom Ramsey
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 240418
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): AJB Construction, Inc.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 10%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal is not 0% and is listed above
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 low bid to AJB Construction, Inc. in the amount of $455,536 for construction of covered parking replacement - Cypress Camp for Precinct 3, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240418), MWBE Contracted Goal: 10%.
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Background and Discussion: At the Harris County Cypress Service Center (aka Cypress Camp), there are several structures which house maintenance equipment/materials for infrastructure throughout Precinct 3. During Beryl, a large tree fell on the existing covered equipment yard structure used for fleet services and housing equipment and materials, destroying it. The structure has since been demolished and removed as it was deemed unstable and unsafe, leaving the equipment exposed to the elements. It is crucial to replace the structure immediately as the fleet vehicles and service trucks have no protection from the elements.
Expected Impact: Extended exposure will have several negative consequences, including damage to paint and finish and degradation of parts. Extreme heat will affect battery performance, electrical components and fluids, causing increased costs in maintenance and decreased lifespan
Alternative Options: N/A
County Strategic Plan Goal: 2. Connec...
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