Harris County Commissioners Court approved a $12 million contract renewal with Ardurra Group, Inc. to provide engineering services for flood control projects. This contract covers program management, project management, construction management, and inspection services for Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) and Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) projects from June 2026 to June 2027. These federal grants fund flood control infrastructure improvements across Harris County after major disasters like Hurricane Harvey. The contract includes a 20% goal for minority and women-owned business enterprises (MWBE), with current participation at 28.82%, exceeding the target. This means local diverse businesses have significant opportunities in flood protection work. For Harris County residents, this contract directly impacts our community's flood resilience. The engineering services will help design, build, and inspect critical infrastructure like drainage improvements, detention ponds, and flood barriers that protect our homes, schools, and businesses. These projects reduce flood risk in neighborhoods that have experienced repeated flooding, potentially saving lives and property. The work spans multiple years and locations throughout Harris County, creating jobs and improving our flood preparedness. Residents can stay informed about specific projects in their areas by contacting Mary Cesar at Mary.Cesar@harriscountytx.gov or attending Harris County Commissioners Court meetings where flood control updates are discussed.
Harris County is renewing an engineering contract for flood control work funded by federal disaster grants. The projects include drainage improvements and detention ponds that affect flood risk in neighborhoods across the county.
