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Why it matters
LinkedIn Learning gives Housing and Community Development staff access to online training courses. This renewal keeps that access going for another year, from July 5, 2026 through July 4, 2027.
What's inside
This is a one-year contract renewal with Carahsoft Technology Corporation through a State of Texas cooperative purchasing agreement (DIR). The total cost is $49,152. Because it uses a state cooperative contract, Harris County is exempt from the usual Minority and Women-Owned Business (MWBE) participation goal.
Key details
- What: City contract renewal for LinkedIn Learning software (Housing & Community Development Dept)
- Who Acts: Office of the Purchasing Agent & City Council — not the public
- Cost: $49,152 city expenditure, no cost to residents
- MWBE Note: 0% MWBE goal — exempt under Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement
- Contract Period: July 5, 2026 – July 4, 2027
About Harris County Commissioners Court
The Harris County Commissioners Court is the governing body of Harris County, Texas. Led by the County Judge and four precinct commissioners, the court sets the county budget, tax rate, and policies affecting public heal…
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- Date
- June 11, 2026
1001 Preston St, Houston — Harris County Commissioners Court chambers.
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
- District
- City Council · District I
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How to show up
The contract was introduced on June 3, 2026, and goes to a Commissioners Court vote on June 11. If you have questions about the contract, you can reach out to the contact listed on the filing: Lauren.Stuckett@bmd.
hctx.net.
Actions
• Check the Harris County Legistar page (link below) for the full contract details. • Mark your calendar for June 11, 2026 if you want to attend or watch the Commissioners Court meeting. • Email Lauren.
Stuckett@bmd.hctx.net with questions about the contract or procurement process.
• Look up the Harris County Commissioners Court meeting schedule at harriscountytx.gov for agenda updates. • Sign up for public comment if you wish to speak at the June 11 meeting.
RSVP Houston City Council Public Comment
When you call, you can say: “Hi, I saw "Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract renewal option with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for LinkedIn learning for the Housing and Community Development Department for the period of July 5, 2026 - July 4, 2027, at a cost of $49,152, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement." on Community Exchange and want to know how to take part.”
How it connects
This contract is part of Harris County's broader use of state cooperative purchasing agreements, which let local governments get better pricing on technology and services. The Housing and Community Development Department serves residents across Harris County with housing assistance and community programs.
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