Request for approval to execute an agreement with Thompson Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $290,597.00 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related Services for Norchester Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, UPIN 19104MF14S01, Precinct 3, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.

The Norchester Subdivision has a drainage improvement project underway. To make sure the construction is done right, Harris County needs engineers to test the materials being used — things like soil and concrete. This contract pays for that testing work.

Thompson Engineering, Inc. would provide what's called Construction Materials Testing. That means they inspect and test building materials on-site to make sure everything meets safety and quality standards.

The contract total is $290,597. The project is in Precinct 3 and is tracked under project number 19104MF14S01.

Key details

• Project: Norchester Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018
• Contract Amount: $290,597 for construction materials testing & engineering
• Precinct: Harris County Precinct 3
• MWBE Note: 0% minority/women business participation — flagged as non-divisible
• Contractor: Thompson Engineering, Inc.

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June 11, 2026

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City Council · District I

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This is a government contract approval, not a public application. The Commissioners Court votes on it during their regular meeting. If you want to weigh in or just watch, you can attend the meeting or contact the staff member listed on the agenda item.

This contract is part of a larger drainage improvement effort in the Norchester Subdivision. If you live in that neighborhood or nearby, this project may affect street conditions or water flow in your area. Harris County Flood Control District typically manages projects like this one.