RFP - Integrated Law Enforcement Data Platform for the Harris County Sheriff's Office

Harris County is soliciting proposals for an Integrated Law Enforcement Data Platform for the Harris County Sheriff's Office under solicitation number 26/0142. The project requires alignment with the Harris County Universal Services Reference Architecture, which governs data services, information security, and enterprise technology infrastructure. Proposals are due by September 28, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time, with submissions preferred via the Bonfire portal. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest and best offer, evaluating both price and performance through a process that includes preliminary evaluations and a best and final offer negotiation phase. Successful contractors must adhere to strict administrative and legal mandates, including a minimum wage requirement of 21.65 per hour for eligible workers and comprehensive insurance coverage, including general liability and professional errors and omissions liability. Mandatory certifications include the Texas Form 1295 for interested parties and verification of non-boycott of Israel. The county maintains the right to terminate the contract without cause upon 30 days written notice or immediately for health and safety violations. Payments are processed via ACH following the submission of itemized invoices, subject to the availability of county appropriations.