Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of successful negotiations with the highest overall evaluation and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Halff Associates, Inc. in the amount of $899,269 for professional engineering/architectural services to provide various watershed feasibility studies for the Flood Control District for the period of June 11, 2026 - December 10, 2027 (240419), MWBE Contracted Goal: 18%.

Flooding is a major concern for Harris County residents. Watershed feasibility studies help the Flood Control District figure out where flooding problems are worst and what solutions might work. This kind of research shapes future flood control projects that protect homes and neighborhoods.

The county is awarding a contract worth $899,269 to Halff Associates, Inc. for engineering and architectural services. The work involves conducting feasibility studies on various watersheds — essentially detailed assessments of how water moves through different parts of the county and where improvements are needed.

The contract includes an 18% goal for minority- and women-owned business (MWBE) participation.

Key details

• When: Commissioners Court meeting — check HarrisCountyTX.gov for exact date/time
• Where: Harris County Commissioners Courtroom, 1001 Preston St, Houston, TX 77002
• Cost: Free to attend and provide public comment
• Contract Period: June 11, 2026 – December 10, 2027
• MWBE Goal: 18% minority/women-owned business participation required

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…

When

Date

June 11, 2026

Address

1001 Preston St, 77002

District

City Council · District I

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This is a government procurement action, not a public sign-up or service. The Commissioners Court votes to approve the contract and authorize the County Judge to sign it. The work then proceeds over the roughly 18-month contract period.

This contract connects to the broader Harris County Flood Control District mission of reducing flood risk across the region. Watershed feasibility studies often lead to larger capital projects — like channel improvements or detention basins — that directly affect neighborhoods. If you live near a bayou or low-lying area, results from studies like these may eventually shape improvements in your community.