Brazos County Commissioners Court - March 24, 2026 (Complete Meeting)

The Brazos County Commissioners Court held a regular meeting on March 24, 2026, where several procurement and contracting matters were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included approval of a $59 million guaranteed maximum price (GMP) amendment for the construction manager at risk contract with Spa Glass Construction for the Brazos County Courthouse Annex at 101 North. The court also approved a $73,000 amendment for additional design services with Plan North Architectural for the Brazos County Administration Building, increasing the total contract to approximately $1.76 million. Other procurement decisions included awarding bids for heavy equipment rental, approving utility permits for road bore construction, and authorizing credit cards for emergency management employees. The court discussed a sole source exemption for Southern Cement Slurry LLC due to their exclusive license for a specific slurry product until December 2027. Additionally, the court considered a variance request related to subdivision regulations for land acquisition by Emergency Services District 3 for a new fire station, with further documentation required before approval. Budget amendments, contract amendments for juvenile services, and economic development agreements were also approved. The meeting included updates on water conservation efforts and public defender office activities, emphasizing ongoing infrastructure and service needs in the county.