SPD-CJ-08312017-001 - Approve payment to S&R Operations, Inc. DBA SERVPRO to address emergency disaster recovery activities because of the Hurricane Harvey for water restoration services in an amount of $99,081.92 for the Houston Parks and Recreational Department.
Specific Explanation
The Director of Houston Parks and Recreation Department and the Chief Procurement Officer recommend that City Council approve payment to S&R Operations, Inc. DBA SERVPRO for water restoration services in an amount not to exceed $99,081.92 to address emergency disaster recovery efforts due to Hurricane Harvey.
S&R Operations, Inc. DBA SERVPRO provided water restoration services, removal of interior walls and flooring and set-up of drying equipment i.e. fans/humidifiers. The work was completed at various locations including Lee LeClear Tennis Center, Herman Brown Maintenance Barn, Cullen Maintenance Barn, Lake Houston Wilderness Steward House, Dining Hall, Intern Cabin, and Peach Creek Restrooms.
The EPO covers provisions for water restoration services with the intended purpose of avoiding mold and mildew buildup, preventing a potential health and safety hazard. Services included removing interior walls and flooring and setting up drying equipment at various facilities affected during the Hurricane Harvey event. S&R Operations, Inc. DBA SERVPRO was selected for best quality of service as the firm could provide immediate mobilization of licensed and qualified professionals to coordinate with City personnel to restore City facilities as soon as possible. S&R Operations, Inc. DBA SERVPRO completed work on October 18, 2017.
This recommendation was made pursuant to Chapter 252, Section 252.022 (a) (2) "a procurement necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the municipality's residents" of the Texas Local Government Code for exempted procurements.
M/WBE Participation:
OBO approves the waiver of an M/WBE goal on this procurement because, as per Chapter 15 of the Code of Ordinance, a waiver is appropriate when a public or administrative emergency exists which requires the goods or services to be provided with unusual immediacy.
Hire Houston First:
The proposed procurement may be funded by a federal grant; therefore, exempt from “Hire Houston First” (HHF) ordinance that promotes economic opportunity for Houston Business and support job creation.
Disaster Recovery Note:
This item is related to the impact of Hurricane Harvey DR4332 and it is the City’s intent to seek reimbursement from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (“FEMA”) and other eligible sources for such expenditures.
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Jerry Adams, Chief Procurement Officer
Finance/Strategic Procurement Division
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Department Approval Authority
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