Request for approval of a renewal option with Galls, LLC for ballistic vests and related items for Harris County for the period of October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027, at a cost of $3,012,000 (250105), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. | Community Exchange
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Request for approval of a renewal option with Galls, LLC for ballistic vests and related items for Harris County for the period of October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027, at a cost of $3,012,000 (250105), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. Harris County seeks to renew a $3,012,000 contract with Galls, LLC for ballistic vests covering October 2026–September 2027.
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Harris County Commissioners Court
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July 16, 2026
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What it means for your household Under $30,000
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$30,000-$60,000
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$60,000-$100,000
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Over $100,000
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Source record Organization Harris County Commissioners Court
Added to Community Exchange Jul 16, 2026
Annette RamirezHarris County Tax Assessor-Collector
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Harris County Commissioners Court introduced a contract renewal on July 9, 2026, with Galls, LLC to supply ballistic vests and related items. The renewal covers October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027, at a total cost of $3,012,000. The item notes 0% MWBE participation, justified as drop-shipped goods.
Harris County spends $3,012,000 on ballistic vests for county staff. Residents may care how public safety equipment is purchased and whether local businesses share in that spending.
