Collin County approves up to $150,000 emergency contract for courthouse water‑remediation

Collin County commissioners on Friday approved an emergency contract of up to $150,000 to address flooding and water damage at the county administration building, voting 5-0 to award remediation work to Carpetek under a BuyBoard contract.

County staff said the contract is intended to allow immediate water extraction, drying and remediation so county services can continue without interruption. "We're going to need some significant water extraction and remediation services," said Mr. Schoffner, a county facilities staff member, noting standing water on the roof and damaged internal drain piping. "We are awarding Carpetek through BuyBoard contract 670-523 ... not to exceed $150,000."

The county described the statutory basis for adding the item as an emergency posted that afternoon, and officials said the action is meant to keep the building open so the public can complete transactions. Marcy Chrisman, assistant purchasing agent, provided a contract reference and amount, saying, "it was 67,522," referencing the BuyBoard contract price before the extended not-to-exceed authorization.

Officials said Carpetek was already on site and that work may include extraction, drying with fans, removal of cove base and additional remediation steps. Funding will be determined after the county evaluates insurance coverage; if insurance does not cover all costs, staff said the county may use the risk fund and building-maintenance budgets.

Commissioners and county leaders praised staff response and safety precautions during cleanup, and the court approved the emergency award on a 5-0 vote. No additional conditions or amendments were recorded with the motion.

County staff indicated they will file insurance claims and track final costs before charging other county funds, and they are expected to report back to the court if further action or additional funds are required.