21/0352 - Tree Planting and Maintenance Services for the Harris County Flood Control District

This contract is for tree planting and maintenance services for the Harris County Flood Control District. The contract is valued at $1,390,316 and is scheduled to run from December 1, 2025, to November 30, 2026. The vendor, Ham-Bar, LLC dba Environmental Southwest, will provide services including site preparation, planting, and maintenance of trees. The contract includes a renewal option and requires the vendor to provide bonds. The Harris County government, specifically the Purchasing department and the Flood Control District, are involved in the contract. The contract aims to provide community-wide benefits, including reducing air and noise pollution, water conservation, and wildlife protection. • The contract includes a detailed breakdown of the services to be provided, including site preparation, planting, and maintenance. • The vendor is required to provide bonds as part of the contract. • The contract has a renewal option, which allows for the extension of the contract term. • The Harris County government is committed to providing safe, reliable, and well-maintained infrastructure, and this contract is part of that effort. • The contract includes a MWBE (Minority and Women Business Enterprise) participation goal of 10%, which is currently met at 100%. • The contract is funded through tax revenue from the Flood Control District.