Commissioners weigh reengaging Abraxas, consider wider RFP to lower per‑diem risk
May 21, 2026
County officials discussed Abraxas’ earlier proposal and debated whether to reengage that vendor or issue a broader request for proposals so competing private operators could bid, a step several participants said could reduce per‑diem rates and shift occupancy risk to an operator.
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Henry County commissioners debated whether to revive talks with Abraxas or seek competing proposals from other private operators. Andy (speaker 8), who has been involved in costing, urged the county to "consider drafting a request for proposals and making it available to other potential operators," arguing competition could reveal lower per-diem options and reduce county exposure.
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