PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-08-06

Commissioners Court upheld the Purchasing Agent's decision on a contested contract award, finding that the company that filed a protest did not provide enough evidence to overturn a May 14, 2026 award.

What it means for you

The protest is dismissed and no further administrative appeals are allowed; this is the final administrative action Harris County will take on the matter.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Briones, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (5-0)

How each member voted

Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AyeRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AyeTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): AyeLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye

5–0, per the official record.

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Official source

Official meeting record — Harris County Legistar ↗

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Quick answersfrom the official record

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Office of the Purchasing Agent brought it forward. Taken up at the August 6, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

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