This contract is for the licensing, maintenance, and support of floodplain management and Community Rating System (CRS) software for Harris County, Texas. The software is used for the storage, analysis, and reporting of elevation certificates and facilitates reporting to FEMA for the CRS. The contract was awarded to Forerunner Industries, Inc. in the amount of $115,000, with $100,000 previously approved and an additional $15,000 for additional services. The contract term is from September 30, 2024, to September 29, 2025. Some key features of the software include a dashboard subscription, account customizations, and maintenance and support.
• The contract includes a base license for up to 75 active users
• The software provides account customizations and integration with other systems
• The contract includes maintenance, support, and ongoing EC processing
• The total cost of the contract is $115,000
• The contract is a sole source exemption, meaning that Forerunner Industries, Inc. is the only vendor that can provide the required software and services.