Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to secure formal competitive bids/proposals for the replacement and installation of new jail cell doors for four (4) sections of the Jail, for the Webb County Sheriff’s Office for an amount not to exceed $1,200,000.00 and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-4070-001-470000 (General Fund-Sheriff Jail - Administration - Capital Outlay]
 
Issue: The Webb County Jail’s cell doors need to be replaced due to wear and tear and outdated locking mechanisms that may pose potential security vulnerabilities.     
 
Solution: Consideration to authorize the Purchasing Agent to seek cooperative pricing and/or formal competitive bids for the specifications required to replace the jail cell doors as recommended by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office.  The adopted FY 2025 budget for the Webb County Jail Division has an allocation of $1,200,000.00 under capital outlay specifically for this project.    
 
Result: If approved, the Purchasing Agent will proceed with the solicitation of this project and return for final approval for award by the Webb County Commissioners Court with approval to execute contract with awarded vendor.

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