Consultant Selection for Comiskey Park Engagement, Design, Construction Magement, and Grant Administration Copyrighted
January 7, 2019
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 20.
ITEM TITLE: Consultant Selection for Comiskey Park Engagement, Design,
Construction Management, and GrantAdministration Services
SUMMARY: City Manager recommending approval of the selection of Saiki
Design as the consultant to provide the Comiskey Park
Engagement, Design, Construction Management and Grant
Administration.
SUGGESTED DISPOSITION: Suggested Disposition: Receiveand File;Approve
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Comiskey Park Consultant Selection-MVM Memo City Manager Memo
Staff Memo Staff Memo
Saiki Design Proposal Supporting Documentation
Saiki Followup Info Supporting Documentation
Saiki Fee Schedule Supporting Documentation
Administrati� Policy 3.17 - Contractual Services Supporting Documentation
Procurement
Comiskey Park Engagement, Design, Construction Supporting Documentation
Managementand GrantAdministration Services RFP
Comiskey Park Engagement, Design, Construction
Managementand GrantAdministration Services RFP Supporting Documentation
Addendum
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Comiskey Park Engagement, Design, Construction Management and
Grant Administration Services Consultant Selection
DATE: January 3, 2019
The City of Dubuque received seven proposals in response to a Request for Proposals
for a consulting firm to pertorm community engagement, design, construction
management and grant administration services for the redevelopment of Comiskey
Park. The Consultant Selection Committee reviewed the proposals and selected two
firms for an interview.
The Consultant Selection Committee recommends City Council approval of the
selection of Saiki Design as the consultant to provide the Comiskey Park Engagement,
Design, Construction Management and Grant Administration for an amount not to
exceed $206,000.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
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cc: Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney
Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager
Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager
Marie L. Ware, Leisure Services Manager
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TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Marie L. Ware, Leisure Services Manager
SUBJECT: Comiskey Park Engagement, Design, Construction Management and
Grant Administration Services Consultant Selection
DATE: January 3, 2019
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this memorandum is to forward the recommended consultant to
undertake Community Engagement, Design, Construction Management and Grant
Administration for the redevelopment of Comiskey Park, located at 255 East 24th
Street. Attached are the Request for Proposals (RFP) for these consultant services, the
RFP Addendum, the proposal from the recommended consultant, and responses to
follow-up questions from the recommended consultant.
BACKGROUND
The 3.74-acre Comiskey Park serves as the only convenient outdoor space for
Dubuque's low-income Washington and North End Neighborhoods. The current
Comiskey Park has a playground (circa 1994) with some older pieces, tennis court
(circa 2005), softball diamond with skinned infield, 18-stall parking lot, small skate park
(circa 2005), basketball court (2005), community center (2002) and open space used for
soccer, rugby and community events. Existing amenities are overused and do not meet
current recreation demands.
The City of Dubuque recently purchased an adjacent 1 .95-acre parcel for the Bee
Branch project which expanded Comiskey Park after the project completion. Expansion
efforts will increase recreation access, enhance quality of life and improve health
outcomes for Dubuque's disadvantaged households. An initial, limited community
planning process was launched, and proposed improvements include a splash pad,
additional basketball courts, all-inclusive playground equipment, shade structures, and
more green space. Those improvements were proposed in the Land and Water
Conservation Fund (LWCF) Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program
grant application.
A community engagement process was outlined as a very critical component of the
scope of work in the RFP. The consultant was asked to develop a plan for broad
community engagement into the preliminary and final designs. The plan was to
measure support and commitment, identify community desires for the park, and engage
residents and community partners in the process. The plan was to incorporate methods
beyond typical community meetings to engage marginalized populations that use the
park.
The consultant was to develop bid specifications and will also be required to perform all
construction testing, construction management and construction survey for this project.
The consultant is also responsible for all aspects of grant administration, monitoring and
reporting.
DISCUSSION
The City solicited proposals from qualified professional consulting firms to perform
community engagement, design, construction management and grant administration
services for the redevelopment of Comiskey Park, located at 255 East 24th Street.
The Consultant Selection Committee consisted of:
• Marie Ware, Leisure Services Manager
• Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
• Jerelyn O'Connor, Neighborhood Specialist
• Steve Brown, Project Manager
• Steve Fehsal, Park Division Manager
• Renee Tyler, Transportation Services Manager,
• Dan Kroger, Recreation Division Manager
• Tony Breitbach, Purchasing Coordinator.
The Administrative Policy (AP) 3.17 outlines the process and procedure for contractual
services procurement. The consultant selection committee followed AP 3.17 and the
processes outlined. Using the evaluation criteria in the RFP, the Committee received
and ranked proposals based on the firms' qualifications without consideration for cost.
The Committee discussed at length the engagement processes of each firm as well as
the other evaluation criteria listed in the RFP. The Committee unanimously short listed
two firms to interview for clarifications from their respective proposals. As we learned
from our engagement processes for the 2017 Imagine Dubuque Comprehensive Plan,
we need to break the mold of past engagement and meet people where they are and in
ways that they are comfortable sharing their input. Bolton and Menk and Saiki Design
were chosen to interview as both outlined the strongest engagement processes and
experience with similar projects using engagement techniques. The fees were opened
after the selection of the top two.
After the interview, the Committee unanimously agreed the engagement proposal and
techniques brought by Saiki Design aligned best with the goals and scope outlined in
the RFP. The Comiskey Park neighborhood is Dubuque's most diverse neighborhood,
and an inclusive, extensive outreach to traditionally under-served residents is extremely
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important to the success of this project. A review of their proposal shares how they will
meet people where they are using a variety of inethods.
Comiskey Park redevelopment is to reflect the values of the community which makes
quality and diverse public participation and input essential to the process. The final plan
is to reflect the input received from inclusive outreach to a diverse and comprehensive
representation of the Dubuque community including traditionally under-represented
groups. Comiskey Park is the only convenient outdoor space for Dubuque's historic
Washington and North End Neighborhoods. Many residents in these neighborhoods
are low to moderate income and are diverse racially and ethnically compared to the city
as a whole. Minority rates in the census tracts surrounding the park are 25 — 31°k
compared to 9.5°k in Dubuque. This requires us to do engagement different than we
have before.
Saiki Design from Madison has been working with the City of Dubuque on the Bee
Branch Creek Restoration Project. They have teamed up with IIW Engineers and
Surveyors of Dubuque, Urban Assets of Madison, and BrandNu Design from Detroit.
Urban Assets brings on the ground experience in working in the City of Madison
assisting in meeting goals of city departments' equity plans. The methods described
are ones the Committee feels can be tailored well to this planning and engagement
effort in Dubuque.
The inclusion of Michael Ford of BrandNu Design adds another dimension of
engagement. He is known as the Hip Hop Architect and uses music and other forms of
expression to really change up engagement and attract persons whom typically are not
engaged into community outreach.
The Consultant Selection Committee recommends the full Saiki Design team based on
the following qualifications that ranked the team as the #1 choice:
The team has a high level of professional competence and a proven track record in the
preparation of park redevelopment plans for similar projects due to:
• Qualifications and experience of Saiki Design and their subconsultants.
Professional expertise and technical abilities of the project team members.
The successful track records of the firms' experience working together.
Experience of the Saiki Design team working on municipal park projects.
Experience with grant administration of grant funding sources listed in this RFP.
• The high quality and completeness of the team's written proposal.
The proposal clearly demonstrated understanding of the City's overall objectives
in the preparation of the Comiskey Park — Engagement, Design, Construction
Management and Grant Administration Services.
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• The team's design approach/methodology in completing scope of services such
as:
Grasp of project requirements and level of interest in the project.
Creativity and problem-solving ability.
ConsultanYs demonstrated initiative, motivation and knowledge of Dubuque.
• The team's demonstrated experience with developing and implementing an
inclusive community engagement process, especially with marginalized
populations. Their experience in Madison using that City's Racial Equity and
Social Justice Initiative to optimize public participation for the James Madison
Park project is an excellent example.
The City of Dubuque received a total of seven proposals. MSA Professional Services
proposal was deemed non-responsive and thus was not considered. The remaining six
firms and their associated costs are as follows:
Firm Cost
Bolton & Menk $ 185,672
Fehr Graham $ 147,125
HBK Engineering $ 97,673
JBC Jeffrey L. Bruce & Company $ 113,580
RDG Planning & Design $ 236,989
Salkl Deslgn $ 197,466 + alternate PARKitecture
Workshop&site top$8,614
Timeframe
Bolton & Menk and Saiki Design each said they could meet the timeframes outlined in
the RFP which would have construction near completion at the end of 2019. During the
interviews of each firm as the Committee was discussing the engagement processes
and period with the firms, it became clear to do engagement in the period of January
through March was less than ideal. Consensus was that it is best to have time to listen
and engage, and then come back to citizens to refine the designs so the participants
can see their ideas come to life in a proposal. They take greater ownership and feel
their input is valued and important.
The consultants also shared that being able to attend already scheduled events and
activities allows for engagement with people in places they come to and feel
comfortable in. We know Comiskey Park starts to come alive as those nice days of
spring start and is very busy after school and through the summer. Many events and
activities happen throughout the summer season in Comiskey Park that could have very
positive impacts to an engagement process.
Another point brought forward by the firms was that competitive bidding would be better
if a project like this was bid in January of 2020 versus June of 2019. It was
acknowledged that a partial construction could potentially happen in 2019 depending
upon the outcomes of the community engagement.
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Due to this input, most specifically as it relates to neighborhood outreach, getting
authentic engagement, and building trust with those engaged through preliminary and
final designs, the Committee recommends negotiating a timeframe with the selected
firm to allow for spring and summer engagement activities with work to bid as
appropriate later in 2019 and early in 2020. Completion would likely then be set for late
summer or early fall of 2020.
Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens reviewed the Land & Water Conservation
Fund (LWCF) Grant requirements and this timeframe is acceptable to meet grant
requirements of completion by December 31 , 2020.
RECOMMENDATION
The Consultant Selection Committee recommends Saiki Design as the consultant to
provide Comiskey Park Engagement, Design, Construction Management and Grant
Administration.
BUDGETIMPACT
The City of Dubuque was awarded a $508,000 Land and Water Conservation Fund
(LWCF) Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program grant. The National
Park Service grant is managed through the lowa Department of Natural Resources.
The city has budgeted a match of the grant of$693,277 in six capital improvement
projects. The total project is estimated to be $1 ,201 ,277.
The local matching funds for the LWCF ORLP grant are available in the Fiscal Year
2019 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budgets as follows:
FY 19 CIP Title/Description Amount
3601105 Comiskey Landscaping $ 50,000
3501544 Comiskey Improvements 30,454
3501578 Replace Comiskey Park Amenities 60,200
1022292 Comiskey Playground Replacement 202,623
3401654 Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project 250,000 (Connect to Comiskey)
3602739 Comiskey Park Sidewalk Lighting 100,000
Total of City Funds $ 693,277
LWCF ORLP Grant 508,000
Project Grand Total $ 1 ,201 ,277
The consultant fees would be a part of this total project cost.
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ACTION REQUESTED
The Consultant Selection Committee respectfully requests that the City Council
authorize the City Manager to negotiate with Saiki Design as the consultant to
undertake the Comiskey Engagement, Design, Construction Management and Grant
Administration Services in an amount not to exceed $206,000.
attachments: RFP and Addendum
Consultant proposal, follow-up questions, and fee schedule
AP 3.17 — Contractual Services Procurement
cc: Jenny Larson, Budget Director
Stephen Fehsal, Parks Division Manager
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
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November 27, 2018
Re: Comiskey Park Engagement, Design, Construction Management & Grant Administration
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Ladies and Gentlemen:
Thank you for considering this response forthe Comiskey Park Engagement, Design, Construction
Management& GrantAdministration Services project. We have assembled an exciting, engaging
team of consultants forthis specific project opportunity. Saiki Design, a 13-person firm specializing
in landscape architecture and place-based design, will lead a team to support an engagement and
design process from project conception to close-out, including grant administration services. We
are joined by two long-time collaborators and subconsultants: UrbanAssets of Madison,WI to lead
a strategicand meaningful community engagement process; and IIWof Dubuque, IAto provide civil
engineering design support, lighting design and field services for construction administration. We
are also excited to include another collaborator, Michael Ford of BrandNu Design and founder of
Hip HopArchitecture Camp, as a specialty engagement consultant available to plan and implement
a PARKitecture Workshop. We have worked closely with our team members as collaborators on
a diversity of recent parks, open space and urban design projects and we continue to build upon
our enthusiasm for working together and for delivering exceptional projects.
We have an established, successful relationship with municipalities acrossthe Upper Midwest and
are particularly honored to have worked on the Bee Branch Creek Restoration since 2008, starting
with the initial master plan and continuing through multiple design and construction packages. Saiki
Design and IIW have a strong working relationship with the City of Dubuque, an understanding
of the community at large, and additional insight into specific neighborhood location of Comiskey
Park. All of this gives us the ability to hit the ground running on the project, engage stakeholders,
and use a myriad of visual communication tools to bring ideas and concepts to life.
This project can be built on the shoulders of your specific community priorities, establish a neutral
ground for neighborliness and become an enduring reflection of the community of Dubuque. It
is an assignment that we take very seriously because we understand the value and opportunity
and because we realize the complexity involved from our other recent project work in your com-
munity. We bring decades of experience in similar project types, with resulting spaces that are
uniquely derivative of their place and people. The design of public outdoor spaces like Comiskey
Park is a significant opportunity to create meaningful, impactful, social space and we look forward
to participating and leading a highly qualified team to address the myriad of site challenges and
opportunities of this specific project.
We acknowledge receipt of the Comiskey Park RFP Addendum published November 19, 2018.
Sincerely,
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James Madison Park - Madison, Wisconsin
PEOPLE� LAND� PLACE
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�'�� >, `��; ; park in downtown Madison. The master plan
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Completion of Master Plan: December, 2018
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roll up their sleeves and identify priorities for the park.
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� Monroe Street Plaza and Wingra Park Entry - Madison, Wisconsin
PEOPLE� LAND� PLACE
� , ;;�' `i�.�:��; Saiki Design worked with the City of Madison
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public artist Marcia Yapp, bike path re-aligned and
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Above(top): Completed mosaic reflective of the local neighborhood. parallel Staffing: Melissa Huggins, Zia Brucaya,
Above (center): The design for Monroe Street integrated an existing multi- Rebecca de Boer
use path, gathering areas, seating integrated stormwaterswales. Reference: Ben Zellers, City Planning
Below: 3-D models helped communicate at public input sessions. gZellers@cityofmadison.com, 608-266-4866
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Lisa Link Peace Park - Madison, Wisconsin
PEOPLE� LAND� PLACE
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X � , Budget/Cost: $227 million
Above(top):Theinteractivewaterfeatureprovidesdaytimefunforcommunity Completion: 2010
members and visitors alike. Parallel Staffing: Rebecca de Boer
Above(center): Simple words etched into paving allow reflection. Reference: Ms. Kay Rutledge,Assistant Super-
Below:lntegratingspecialtyaccentandsecuritylightingintothespaceprovided intendent of Planning, Development & Finance
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� 4.3 Community Engagement - Five Months
PEOPLE� LAND� PLACE
Overview
Community input, both city-wide and neighborhood-based, is the heart around which the Comiskey Park master plan
must be developed. Urban Assets is committed to an innovative, inclusive, and comprehensive community engagement
process that will bring together current and future park users of all ages, races, ethnicities, and backgrounds, including
under-represented groups, to create a revitalized Comiskey Park which is both a destination for the community and
improves the quality of life for residents of the surrounding neighborhood.
The community engagement strategy and process for Comiskey Park will be designed around the unique needs, issues,
and opportunities of the surrounding neighborhood and the Dubuque community at large. Outreach, events, activities,
and information will be tailored to engage the various stakeholders in ways that are accessible, meaningful, and fun. In
orderto maximize success, the community engagement strategy will remain fluid and flexible with changes and improve-
ments to be incorporated as needed. Just asthe redesign of Comiskey Park will weave the park togetherwith Bee Branch
Creek and the Heritage Trail, the goal of the community engagement process will be to knit together the values of the
various stakeholders, community-wide and neighborhood-based, in order to create a space that can be shared by all.
1 . Full day of confidential interviews and focus groups to gain an understanding of the community including current
park use; issues and opportunities related to park amenities among a diverse range of users; and identify partners for
the community engagement process. Participants will include representatives from a broad demographic of park users,
including local neighborhoods and broader city organizations (e.g., local civic associations, recreation clubs, church
groups, institutions and nonprofits).
2. Two (2) public meetings that will involve a mix of interactive discussions, hands-on/workshop-style idea generation
activities, visual preference activities and on-site tours.
3. One (1) community picnic to engage neighbors from the surrounding North End and Washington neighborhoods as
well as community-wide park stakeholders.
4. One (1) online survey developed in coordination with the City of Dubuque to reach North End stakeholders and the
broad community, as well as those who are unlikely to attend public meetings due constraints.
5. Project Facebook Page to provide ongoing engagement and project updates.
6. Report presentation to the Parks and Recreation Commission to provide an overview of the information and feed-
back gathered through the community engagement process.
7. Community-wide information distribution in partnership with City of Dubuque Leisure Services Department, using
press releases, email blasts, informational fliers, web content and social media throughout the master planning process
to inform the public and drive high levels of participation among diverse stakeholders.
8. Consultant work sessions with City staff to coordinate upcoming events and review project progress
Based on the anticipated budget, Urban Assets has outlined a process that can achieve the goals of the city with regards
to engaging the community. We have also listed additional services that would enhance the process and provide oppor-
tunities for more robust engagement, should the city so chose.
Meeting Materials
Urban Assets will work closely with city staff and other members of the consultant team to develop meeting agendas,
prepare minutes, and prepare presentations, handouts and other materials necessary to ensure the success of all meet-
ings. This includes all meetings with the public, park users, stakeholder groups, city staff and other agencies.
Meeting Coordination
The Leisure Services Department will be responsible for coordinating and scheduling all public meetings, interviews,
and focus groups. This responsibility includes outreach to stakeholders, selecting and reserving meeting spaces, and
organizing invitations. The consultant team will facilitate and prepare all materials and notes for these meetings and will
assist with the outreach where necessary.
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� 4.3 Community Engagement, Continued
PEOPLE� LAND� PLACE
Task 1: Communitv Stakeholder Interviews and Focus Groups IFull Dav1
Urban Assets will facilitate a day of confidential interviews and focus groups with leadership from community groups from
both within the surrounding neighborhood as well as the overall community. The purpose of the confidential interviews
and focus groups is to understand current four-season use of the park; identify issues and opportunities related to park
amenities; and learn participant views on issues such as accessibility, perception of the park as a safe and welcoming
community space; and to identify community partners for the public engagement activities. Invitations will be determined
in consultation with city staff and may include representatives from:
1. Neighborhood association(s) '�
2. Sports leagues —`'�� ' � �
3. Dubuque Bike Coop �
4. City staff and Council members
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5. Multicultural Family Center k�o,� _
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7. Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque � _ � �� FS r��.i1�,'ri! � „te
8.Crescent Community Health Center � �� �� — ya� = - � � �'"�
9. Greater Dubuque Development Corporation �� -- "'���' ; `� I
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12. African American community � -
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14. Audubon Elementary School -
15. Others at the suggestion of the City.
Task 2: Public Meetinas 121
The consultant team will conduct two public meetings. The team will work with city staff to develop and finalize the
meeting formats, materials, presentations and outreach strategies.All public meetings for the Comiskey Park design will
involve education and interaction designed to stimulate thoughtful discussion, connections among participants, creative
brainstorming, and positive investment in project outcomes. Example activities include educational presentations, games,
worksheets, large- and small-group discussions, mapping, drawing, and prioritization exercises.
Agendas: People work best and have fun when they can actively discuss, share, and learn from one another. Meeting
agendas will be crafted to ensure that the input generated supports the planning process, and that every participant is
empowered to learn and contribute.
Logistics: Meetings will be held in welcoming community spaces that are walkable, ADA accessible, and connected to
Jule routes. Light refreshments will be provided. RSVPs will be tracked (not required), using Eventbrite links distributed
with all announcements and invitations.
Inclusivity:Announcements will communicate that meetings are inclusive to all, regardless of age, race, gender, socio-
economic categories, or prior experience with planning processes.
1. Winter � Meeting #1 — Kickoff Meeting & Planning Workshop
This meeting will be used to introduce the Comiskey Park design project, summarize "what we know," including the his-
torical background and planning research done to-date, and gather feedback on community needs, interests, concerns,
and values. This event will include an interactive, hands-on portion that engages community members in collaborative
group design of their"ideal" Comiskey Park.
2. Spring � Meeting #2 — Draft Master Planning Presentation
This meeting will be used to present and gather community feedback on the draft park design. Participants will be engaged
in interactive discussions in a workshop-style setting to gather substantive and constructive feedback on the draft design.
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� 4.3 Community Engagement, Continued
PEOPLE� LAND� PLACE
Task 3: Communitv Workshop Picnic
The consultantteam will hold a communityworkshop picnicto engage neighborhood stakeholders, including marginalized
populations in the surrounding North End and Washington neighborhoods. Food has always been a way to bring people
together and it remains a powerful community engagement tool. Our team has found that informal settings, compliment-
ed by food, is an effective and worthwhile strategy for engaging diverse voices. Due to the desire and need to promote
equity and inclusion as part of this process, the team believes that meeting the neighborhood "where they are" is crucial,
however, the community workshop picnic will still be open to the Dubuque community at large.
1. Spring 2019 � Community Workshop Picnic (location adjacent to the park)
The community workshop picnic will be used to engage neighbors of all ages, races, ethnicities, and backgrounds, in a
fun and informal setting. Participants will be asked about the community's needs, interests, concerns, and values at a
variety of design stations. Food will be served and participants will be encouraged to work at their own pace. The com-
munity workshop picnic will leverage the project team's expertise and experience to develop a mix of interactive exercises
that will stimulate thoughtful discussion, relationship building among participants, creative brainstorming, and positive
investment in project outcomes. We know that people work best when they can actively discuss, share, and learn from
one another while having fun.
Task 4: Online Survev
The consultant team will work the City staff to design and administer a digital community survey. The purpose of this
survey will be to identify the specific needs, opportunities and constraints for Comiskey Park. Survey questions will be
designed so that responses will help to guide the design of, and programming within, the new park. In addition to civic
and business leaders, and neighborhood residents, the survey will seek engagement from elementary students, teens,
parents and seniors. The consultant team will monitor participation and results, and provide analysis of data in a survey
summary report.
Task 5: Proiect Facebook Paae
The consultant team will work with City staff to develop a project Facebook page. The purpose of this page will be to
provide a platform for ongoing engagement, to promote upcoming events, and share project information. The consultant
team will work with City staff to create regular questions for the site to engage the community in an ongoing conversation.
The site will be operated by the consultant team.
Task 6: Report Presentation to the Parks and Recreation Commission
Upon completion of all public engagement outreach activities, and with final review and input from the City staff, the
consultant team will compile a comprehensive summary of findings report to inform the design and programming for
Comiskey Park and will present the results in front of the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Task 7: Information Distribution
The consultant team will develop outreach information regarding the project for community organizations, partners and
advocates. This information will be used to inform the public about the process and drive high levels of participation in
the community survey and public meetings among diverse stakeholders. City staff will be responsible for the distribution
and promotion of project materials. Every effort should be made to ensure that information is posted and communicated
properly to engage a broad range of community members.
Task 8: Consultant Work Sessions
The consultant team will meet regularly with City staff in person or via conference call to discuss project updates and to
coordinate upcoming events. The team will facilitate, and prepare materials and minutes for the following meetings with
city staff and appropriate regulatory agencies. These meetings will also allow staff to review design considerations for
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� 4.3 Community Engagement, Continued
PEOPLE� LAND� PLACE
� r�• Hip Hop PARKitecture Workshop at Commu-
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Urban Assets has recently worked with Michael
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diversity-focused community engagement events
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Plan, and the James Madison Park Master Plan.
� ;- If engaged in the Comiskey Park design process,
Mike will use his unique approach to design-based
•�� , � community engagement to develop, promote and
� lead a kid-focused community workshop. The
highly interactive, hands-on workshop will be led
� by Mike and will encourage children from the sur-
� rounding neighborhoods and elementary schools
to engage in the Comiskey Park design process.
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� Michael Ford,Associate AIA, is a designer,
' y.-� born and raised in the city of Detroit. Ford
� '��'�'"'� completed his graduate thesis titled "Hip Hop
!�y • � Inspired Architecture and Design." Ford has
��, spent the past decade working to blur the lines
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of architecture and urban planning on its
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, _ Michael has created a unique way of weaving
Above(top): A motherand daughterwork together to build park hip hop and the built environment together
Above (center):Hip Hop PARKitecture Participants use hands-on into a single conversation. He plans and
materials to collaborate on a shared vision for a new park space implements "Hip Hop PARKitecture" workshops,
Below: Michael Ford leading a workshop. �,�,hich are community-specific workshops
designed specifically to engage youth and
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�� ~� •'� �� a space, provide hands-on activities, discussion
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�� �• � -- - Workshop agenda and facilitation plan
� - Workshop and focus group materials
„ - Summary of workshop and focus group results,
, - i ]/ � including scans of any designs generated
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4.4 Preliminary Design - Two Months
PEOPLE� LAND� PLACE
" �� � Overview
l i In tandem with the public engagement, community
� ' � iy,' , / input, and stakeholder meeting period, we will
`�''� begin to explore community priorities, opportu-
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""`" relationshipsthrough the development of different
_ � .V� alternative concepts for the design of Comiskey
`' Park. Saiki Design will lead this effort, assisted by
. . ° `, \ � ' IIW who will provide their strong local knowledge
� ,;'� �y � � and engineering expertise. UrbanAssetswill pro-
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with City staff, making minor tweaks to concepts
i- ����r - deemed necessary by the City, and prepare con-
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� - �- •.� t > l PARKitecture Workshop focused on the alterna-
tives and led by Michael Ford.
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;� ,}"� � �.� � �' , ��� � � conference call to discuss public sentiment and
,`r���,�� - ,iF } ,r,;;� ���`',��b ��--�� _-�- input on the alternatives; synthesize a framework
" '"� �': `°-�� �y'��� ``��-e.__ `� �-� for decision making; and collectively formulate a
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�,Y `���j `�� � , ��'li � � alternative overthe otheror may be a combination
`-� � of the options.
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A collage of plan renderings, hand-sketched details, graphically rich At this time, we will review design direction, park
three-dimensionalstudiesandcomputermodelingcanbeusefultoolsto programmatic elements, and overall project
��communicate options and design intent of concept alternatives. schedule and conceptual cost estimate for con-
"�'�' , c, ��� �',�-r-;� ; �' s � struction of desired elements. We will alert the
� _ " � - , + �r�K -��� M'- ��� city if the project scope and complexity require
_ � •_ `�` � adjustments and will not proceed with final design
1• ��C�,'� until direction has been received.
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4.4 Preliminary Design, Continued
PEOPLE� LAND� PLACE
- Overview
" — In tandem with continued public engagement,
,� h� - �II community input, City staff input and direction,the
% ' �V! ` . � . design team will formulate a single final concept
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" "" be graphically portrayed in two-dimensional ren-
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derings with supporting sketches as necessary
,� „ i°' . I I ' ' ` � ? to convey materials, ideas and/or intent. The
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,w„ 1I =_� . ; :�� final concept will be presented to the public and
� ,., ,. � II " ^�= s--'�• stakeholder groups, Dubuque's City Design Re-
iW930 ' �� `-�— g,;r . view Team, the Dubuque Parks and Recreation
�s� � � - � �" ' .� � i _ � Board and Dubuque City Council.
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�" ' �� � `'� ►�{��,,�,���#� � the final concept design, we will meet with City
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,i -'� ;, staffvia conference call to discuss collective input
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r� M v , � �" — and collectively formulate a direction for design
� `� ' � - - �-=-�_+ developmentdocuments.
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�<. � , _ � � fications and cost estimates for Comiskey Park
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Plan development for final concepts illustrate a greater level of detailed We will submit the 50% documentation to City
design including grading information and specific materials and planting. staff and the City Design Review Team, provide
�, - a one-week review and comment period, and
����p��_,l�� J� �� _ meet concurrently with staff and the Design
` '� ,a =;_. � . Review Team to synthesize all comments and
� �� � � direction.
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�. „„,,„� ��� `y^ schedule and working cost estimate for construo-
� �; , tion. We will alert the city if the project scope and
r ' � , �i � ���.� " , complexity require adjustments and will not pro-
� �, �� �U �c ceed with construction documents until direction
� � "� � has been received.
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= rt�, ,�y - Two remote meetings.
f �� '�,��� r `�, ��� - Deliverables: Two preliminary design options
_ �w , ��i�, `������, and one final design concept.
I�� -� ',��� ����� � � \ �.� - Topographical suroey additional seroice.
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� 4.5 Final Design of Comiskey Park - Two Months
PEOPLE� LAND� PLACE
Overview
= � The design team will turn the Comiskey Park de-
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.;;y a _ ' "'�"� °, '� ��� sign into a set of biddable construction documents
-� �^ *�� --. ;, -;-�� • ,- using the Statewide Urban Design Standards
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„ �� . (SUDAS). Saiki Design and IIW will work closely
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„e;W , � � ` :�ri�i,-�a �T�1y��� with city staffto coordinate utilities and the design
� �'�: * �*'�: � �-� '°'+�,, �,�_ package.
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� � : j Meetings & Deliverables
�� � __ � , � , - Bid documents(digital plans and specifications)
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4.6 Construction Management - 18 Months
Overview
Both IIW and Saiki Design will be involved in con-
���,..��,� , � � , struction management services and site visits for
� - tl � �-"' � -�" � �'�' _ '' �� the duration of the project.
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'� ��,�,_ Meetinas & Deliverables
a ; : , r; , `�,��,f.� �, ;;;�� � '� „ „ , --, - Bid letting meeting & bid tabulation form
^ a?;; yx , � �, � _ t `, •� �'� - Pre-construction meeting & minutes
° �� ` � ' �,�.:.::�. '' - Shop drawing review
Q � '�=,�y� �'y�r �t �'` � `'� ^� b �,y,�� - -Answer contractor questions
`� � �=F.l 1 x Y�,�^,'"'i4�N� ��J�� y � W�a4 ��Y �43':i _
� n � . � „ , , .r,. „ � - Process pay requests
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'� . �"+ �:-.sry�"����� � ��q y` yN,�i�yt� SF,e�� ��- �,� - Maintain schedule
~ ��`"`� ' � '.Ti,`�4` ��h':�+ ��'��rt;`}� �. , - Process change orders
� a�� ' �' ���� '�°�'f'-�"�`'� � �`�-'�` - Project closeout documentation
Built work at8ee Branch Creek Restoration highlights the implemen- _As-built plan mark-ups
tation ofthe masterplan vision and construction documentdetailing. _ Maintain project records
" - (4) Site visits for Saiki Design
a�'t �" �""�� :�. - (6) Site Visits for IIW
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4.7 Administer Grant - 18 Months
PEOPLE� LAND� PLACE
I�) � Overview
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';�; Saiki Design will be familiar with the rules and
�' � � regulations of the grants used for this project at
p'� ' � ' the start of the project. They will be in contact with
A ` grant contacts. Grant records will be maintained
� ����� .����' � ,'1�,�, � �;:^ , '^ , throughout the project to assist in performing all of
=`� ' '��'° �'' r� `'' �""b ° �I the grant-related activities required and for project
��i� '� ~ �� , ,� _ close-out. Saiki Design will request reimburse-
� `' � �'�+ �� -- • ment ofthe improvements and engineering costs
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��\ � �' - � _ ,.� , from the grant awarding agency.
'°�' �� J � � Meetinas & Deliverables
f, - � - Grant documentation
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4.8 & 4.9 Construction Administration, Inspection & Survey- 18 Months
'�-'v'c�.�' :��* ,� "�'s�s�' �� � Overview
� "'`��''`�' �'�` � IIW's local experience and proximity will allow
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'����� ��: ` � x`,�i' ,`� them to provide all construction inspection and
�' surveying as requested in the RFP.We may want
�'' to consider re-visiting this scope item once the
preliminary design is understood.
�_+„�,`��'p � � �' Meetinas & Deliverables
�`t`� � �' ,i ' - Construction inspection
s � � �. - Supply all records at project completion
'�;, � - Construction staking
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. Overview
The design team will coordinate directly with City
�- Staff to make this project a reality.
^ �' \� Meetinas & Deliverables
� - Two meetings during preliminary design
^ � � � - Two meetings during final design
4. 11 Substantial Completion
Overview
We understand that a portion of the project is
desired to be substantially complete by Decem-
ber 31 , 2018. Based on what we know now, we
' think that this is feasible. The intention is that the
.J team will release one bid package that requires
'+ ��r a certain element to meet this timeline (i.e. the
Construction administration, construction oversight and materials accessible playground).
testing during construction provide continuityfrom design to builtwork. 15
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Project Schedule and Deliverables
2018 2019 2020
December January February March April May June �uly- Oct- Jan- April- July- Oct-
Sept Dec. March June Sept Dec
3 10 17 24 31 7 14 21 28 4 11 18 25 4 11 18 25 1 8 15 22 29 6 13 20 27 3 10 17 24 J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D
4.3 - Community Engagement
4.4 - Preliminary Design J L ■
4.5 - Final Design ■ ■ ■
4.6 - Construction Management *
4.7 - Administer Grant • • •
Public Engagement & Outreach Group
Urban Assets
Michael Ford
Site Design Group
Saiki Design
IIW P.C.
Construction & Grant Administration Group
Saiki Design
IIW P.C.
Key Meetings, Deliverables and Milestones
Kickoff Meeting �
Public Engagement Event
CityStaff Meetings ■
City Design Review Meetings ■
Parks and Recreation Commission Presentation
City Council Presentation
Bid Let
Bid Award & Pre-Construction Meeting
Grant Administration & Reporting Activity •
Site Construction Visits
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I I � I PROJECT TEAM QUALIFICATIONS
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Resumes
PEOPLE� LAND� PLACE
Abbie Moilien, PLA, ASLA, Saiki Design ll Principal and Project Manager
� Abbie is a Principal and Vice President of Saiki Design. Abbie has designed and managed
several significant public and private projects, most notably the Bee Branch Creek Restoration,
UW Health at the American Center site and green roof, and the Gardens of St. Mary's Hospital.
� Abbie is skilled at listening closely to clients and stakeholders and translates her understanding
i of design and materials selection into elegant and award-winning projects.
With City staff, Abbie recently presented a walking tour of the Bee Branch corridor at the IECA
Great Connections Conference in Dubuque; she presents locally and regionally at conferences,
workshops and community organizations. She focuses public outreach and education efforts
on highlighting sustainability and resilience design using project-specific case studies.
Professional Landscape Architect: Illinois, lowa, Wisconsin
Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture, University of Wisconsin - Madison
Samantha Farrell, PLA, ASLA, CPSI, Saiki Design ll Project Designer
Samantha is an Associate and a Landscape Architect at SMMA and will be joining Saiki Design
in February, 2019. She has over five years of professional experience in park planning and de-
sign in a wide range of applications and her approach to site design is focused on developing a
space that provides physical, psychological and emotional benefits for the user while drawing
"'' � on the site's inherent sense of place.
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- Samantha is a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) and has applied her skills as a
designer and her training as a safety inspector on significant school playground and public park
projects in the greater Boston area.
Professional Landscape Architect: Massachusetts
Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture, University of Wisconsin - Madison
Rebecca de Boer, PLA, ASLA, LEED AP, Saiki Design // GrantAdministrator
Rebecca is a senior landscape architect and project manager with Saiki Design, working out of
the Boulder, Colorado office location. She has nearly15 years of experience in a wide range
of public and private projects. She initiated the Bee Branch master planning design work in
2008, leading the community outreach and public presentation portions of the master plan,
�' '"' and working with the community of Dubuque to define a planning framework and synthesize
(, an overall vision for the Bee Branch corridor.
Rebecca excels at communication and project administration, organizing often competing project
� goals and priorities, and fostering a collaborative approach that is unique to each project. She
applies technical rigor to a collaborative and creative design approach in her work.
Professional Landscape Architect: Wisconsin, Colorado
Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture, University of Wisconsin - Madison
1110 S. PARK STREET
MADISON,WI 53715
P: 608.251.3600
www.ksd-la.com ��
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Resumes, Continued
PEOPLE� LAND� PLACE
Melissa Huggins, AICP, Urban Assets ll Engagement Lead
� Melissa offers over nineteen years of experience in urban planning as a principal planner, project
-o manager, and development consultant. As the founder of Urban Assets, her expertise includes
,,;� � � ; community engagement, implementation strategies, and real estate development.
�
` � Melissa has worked successfully with the public and private sectors, grassroots organizations and
' 1' ' \ major institutions on a variety of planning and engagement initiatives, induding award-winning
�1 �"�' � 's planning and urban design projects. She excels at guiding inclusive engagement processes
I �' � that go beyond the expected to build long-term community trust and understanding. Her deep
knowledge of city planning processes, community dynamics and development strategies drive
projects to the highest levels of success.
Bachelor of Arts, Amherst College
Masters ofArts in Planning, University of California - LosAngeles School ofArchitecture & Urban Planning
Zia Brucaya, AICP, Urban Assets ll Engagement Support
, Zia is a senior planner with over seven years of experience implementing grassroots planning
- and public engagement processes with communities of all sizes. She is skilled at facilitating
. public meetings, workshops and focus groups to engage a diverse range of stakeholders in
� �, :., planning initiatives.
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� � � Zia excels at implementing robust public participation plans that emphasize education, dialogue
and creativity to manage diverse perspectives and build community buy-in. In addition to leading
" �;, comprehensive engagement processes for urban planning projects, she has facilitated chal-
�; � l/'� lenging natural resource stewardship initiatives, and implemented Complete Streets workshops
�, � for cities and counties. Her ability to find common ground and draw connections among diverse
� c o m m u n i t y g o a l s c o n s i s t e n t l y h e l p s t o b u i l d s t a k e h o l d e r b u y-i n a n d i m p r o v e p r o j e c t o u t c o m e s.
Bachelor of Arts in Art History,Anthropology and Museum Studies, Beloit College
Masters ofArts in Planning, University of Wisconsin - Madison School of Urban and Regional Planning
Gregg May, AICP, Urban Assets ll Engagement Support
Gregg is a planner with experience in long-range comprehensive planning for communities
� � across several states. He has worked on robust public engagement projects ranging from
` parks and recreation plans to highway improvement projects. He has prepared materials for
� and participated in public meetings, workshops and focus groups that have engaged a diverse
range of stakeholders.
� i Gregg has provided planning insight during a variety of public engagement and planning proj-
_ ects. Gregg believes that thoughtful comprehensive planning, influenced by a dynamic public
engagement process, is the cornerstone of a quality built environment.
Bachelor ofArts in Geography and History, University of Wisconsin - Madison
Masters of Science in Urban and Regional Planning, University of Michigan
1110 S. PARK STREET
MADISON,WI 53715
P: 608.251.3600
www.ksd-la.com �$
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Resumes, Continued
PEOPLE� LAND� PLACE
Michael Ford, Associate AIA, BrandNu Design ll Engagement Specialist
Michael Ford, also know as The Hip HopArchitect, has dedicated his careerto blurring the lines
between professional design practices and the communities they serve. Ford's focus in on com-
�. �, munity engagement, pre-development strategies, and capital campaigns for new developments.
i; He is dedicated to stimulating cross disciplinary discourse between practitioners and residents
` � on the cultural implications of architecture and urban planning on its end users.
, Ford's work has been featured in a variety of inedia outlets including NBC's The TODAY Show,
Oprah Winfrey Network, Rolling Stone Magazine, and ESPN's The Undefeated to name a few.
Masters ofArchitecture, University of Detroit Mercy
Cody Austin, PE, LEED AP, I IW, P.C. ll Civil Engineer for Site and Utilities
With expertise in land development and municipal engineering, Cody has over 15 years of ex-
_ perience with a wide variety of projects including site planning, trails, and public utility design.
His experience includes site design, utility extensions, land subdivisions, roundabout design,
� � and street design. Cody's primary role on this project will be site utilities design, including coor-
.� dination with any public and/or private utilities in the affected project area.
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4� Professional Engineer: lowa, Wisconsin
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Marc Ruden, PE, IIW, P.C. ll Lighting Designer
7�� Marc is a licensed civil engineer with over 18 years of experience working with municipalities.
� , He is an experienced project manager and his design expertise includes street and trail lighting,
site lighting, water storage facilities, water distribution and waterworks pumping facilities, and
, water and wastewater control systems. Marc's primary role on this project will include lighting
design and coordination with public and/or private utilities.
Professional Engineer: lowa
� Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, University of lowa
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Timothy O'Brien, I IW, P.C. ll Senior Construction Inspector
� � Timothy has over 40 years of experience in testing and inspection, induding soil testing, con-
crete testing, masonry testing and inspection, and (visual) welding and high strength bolting
inspection. He also performs lab and on-site material testing.
�
� ' Z� Timothy ensures that all inspection is in compliance with the Uniform Building Code (UBC) Spe-
�
% -�}j cial Inspection Requirements. For this project, his primary role will be to provide construction
- inspection, including gradation testing, concrete testing, roll testing, and maintaining a daily
� inspector report, if needed.
Troxler Nuclear Density Testing Equipment Operator;Aggregate Tech Certification; Bituminous
`' Laboratory Technician — QMA; lowa DOT:AGG1, AGG2, PCC1 , PCC2/PLANTTEC
Coursework in Welding & Non-Destructive Testing, Northeast lowa Community College �9
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PEOP�E i �nNo i P�ncE Communication Path & Hierarchy
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CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE & CONTRACT TERMS AND FORM
Certificate of Insurance
We have an insurance policy that meets the City's
' ' '''" . typical standards. A certificate of insurance can be
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�' _ ` � z�, � r , �" , provided upon request.
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�-�i �, �,; - "' ` Y � �-- + - p Understanding of Final Contract Terms
r...-",�°� ����� ed;�. We have read and understand Appendix C - "City of
� �`�'� � � ;-- � , Dubuque Contract Terms and Conditions", and agree
. to include the clauses listed in Appendix C in the final
, �
� ' signed contract. We take no exceptions to the terms.
�
- Contract for Services
7 ' � �� A draft contract form is attached, but the completed
`, ' � �
' '' � � form will adhere to the conditions of the request and
;:_"'w' .�t
„ r.r applicable City terms and conditions, and will be
���r. �'' completed for review by the city upon selection. If the
' City prefers another form of contract, we are open to
their preference. 20
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS
STANDARDFORM CONTRACT
FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BETWEEN
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT AND CLIENT
2010 Edirion
Preliminary Provisions
Date
This Agreement is made as of _, 2018, between the Client and Landscape Architect for
the Landscape Architectural Services as provided herein. Unless otherwise noted, this
Agreement supersedes all previous proposals, agreements, and negotiations between the parties.
Client
NAME
AnnxEss/Crry/STn'rE/ZIP
RELAITONSE3�TO PROJECT OWNER
Owner
The Client acknowledges that it is authorized to enter into this Agreement pursuant to an
agreement with the Owner of the Project.
ENTTLY(❑CORPORATION,❑MOHICIPALIIT,❑QOVERNMENT OR ❑PRNATERESIDENCE—SELECT ONE�
ADDRESS/CTLY/STATE/ZIP(IF DIFFERENT FROM CLIENT ADDRESS ABOVE�
Landscape Architect
ENTTLY❑SOLEPRACTITIONER,❑PARTNERSE3�,❑CORPORATION
ADDRESS
CONTACT INFORMAITON
PPO]¢CC
(general description ofproject: name,purpose, and landscape architectural services reguired)
Program
The Client's detailed Program: project description, purpose, user needs,functional and built
elements, and the C1ienYs budget parameters are set forth in Exhibit `A."
Standard Form Contract Page 1 of 11
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Scope of Services
The scope of services to be provided by the Landscape Architect under this Agreement and the
Supplemental Services which may be provided when requested in writing by the Client are
described in Exhibit `B."
Compensation
Compensation for Landscape Architectural Services performed under this Agreement shall be a
stipulated sum of$ plus Reimbursable Expenses as defined in Article 4 and is subjectto
the provisions of this Agreement. Supplemental Services, when requested in writing by the
Client, shall be compensated on an hourly basis at the rates provided in Exhibit "C" or on the
basis of a negotiated fee provided in an amendment to this Agreement.
Schedule of Services
The schedule forthe performance ofthe Landscape Architectural Services underthis Agreement
is provided inExhibit "D," and is subjectto the provisions ofthis Agreement.
Article 1
Landscape Architectural Services
1.1 Standard of Care
The Landscape Architectural Services shall be performed with care and diligence in
accordance with the professional standards appropriate for a project of the nature and scope of
this Project.
1.2 Coordination
The Landscape Architect shall coordinate the services of its consultants, and shall
cooperate with the C1ienYs representatives and separate consultants in the best interest of the
Proj ect.
1.3 Representations
The Landscape Architect represents that it and its consultants have and shall maintain
throughoutthe performance ofthe services underthis Agreementthe requisite licenses,
registrations, and/or certifications required for the performance of these services in the
jurisdiction in which the Project is located.
1.4 Scope of Services
The Scope of Landscape Architectural Services to be provided under this agreement is
detailed in Exhibit `B."
Standard Form Contract Page 2 of 11
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1.5 Supplemental Services
Supplemental Services are detailed in Exhibit "B. " Supplemental Services are beyond the
scope of the basic Scope of Services, and when requested in writing by the Client, shall entail
additional compensation (either on the hourly basis stated in Exhibit "C" or on the basis of a
negotiated sum)beyond the Compensation stated in the Preliminary Provisions.
1.6 Approval of Services/Changes to Approved Services
The Landscape Architect shall proceed with a phase or design package of the Landscape
Architect's services only after receiving the Client's written approval of the services and
deliverables provided in the previous phase and written authorization to proceed with the neat
phase. Revisions to drawings or other documents shall constitute Supplemental Services when
made necessary because of Client-requested changes to previously approved drawings or other
documents, or because of Client changes to previous budget parameters and/or Program
descriptions.
1.7 Opinions of Probable Construction Costs
Opinions of probable construction costs provided by the Landscape Architect are based
on the designer's familiarity with the landscape construction industry and are provided only to
assist the C1ienYs budget planning; such opinions shall not be construed to provide a guarantee
or warranty of the actual construction costs at the time construction bids are solicited or
construction contracts negotiated. Unless expressly agreed in writing and signed by the parties,
no fixed limit of construction costs is established as a condition of this Agreement by the
furnishing of opinions of probable construction costs.
1.8 Construction Safety
The presence ofthe Landscape Architect, its employees, or consultants atthe Project site
shall not be deemed an assumption by the Landscape Architect of any obligations, duties, or
responsibilities for safety, including but not limited to construction means, methods, sequences,
techniques, or procedures necessary for performing, superintending, or coordinating the work of
the Project in accordance with the Construction Documents or any regulatory health or safety
requirements. The Landscape Architect, its employees, and consultants have no authority to
exercise any control over any construction contractor, its employees, or subcontractors in
connection with their work or health and safety programs and procedures.
Article 2
Client's Responsibilities
2.1 Program
The Client shall provide the detailed Project description and budget parameters
designatedExhibit "A" and attached hereto.
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2.2 Information
2.2.1 The Client shall provide site surveys and legal information, including as
applicable: written legal description of the site, a land survey by a
professional land surveyor who is licensed or registered under the law of
the jurisdiction in which the property is located, rights-of-way, easements,
encroachments, zoning, covenants, or deed or other restrictions.
2.2.2 The Client shall be responsible for all legal, accounting, and insurance
services the Client may require or deem necessary in the interest of the
Proj ect.
2.3 Independent Testing
The Client shall provide independent testing services when deemed necessary to
determine site conditions such as soil and subsoil conditions, water, pollution, and hazardous
waste conditions.
2.4 Reliance
The Landscape Architect shall be entitled to rely on the accuracy and completeness of the
information, test results, and wark product provided by the Client and the C1ienYs consultants.
The Landscape Architect shall not be responsible for calculations, specifications, or designs
based on erroneous, inaccurate, or incomplete information provided by the Client.
2.5 Client's Representative
The Client shall designate a representative with authority to act on the Client's behalf
with regard to the Project. If for any reason C1ienYs designated representative is replaced during
the progress ofthe Project, the Landscape Architect shall have the rightto renegotiate its
compensation in response to the change.
2.6 Approvals
Client's decisions, approvals, reviews, and responses shall be communicated to the
Landscape Architect in a timely manner so as not to delay the performance of the Landscape
Architectural Services. Comments, if from a committee client or multiple interested entities,
must be a consolidation of all comments in order to provide clear direction to the Landscape
Architect and to avoid delays.
2.7 Notice of Nonconformance
If the Client observes or becomes aware of any errors or omissions or inconsistencies in
any documents provided by the Landscape Architect or any fault or defect in the Project,the
Client shall promptly give written notice thereof to the Landscape Architect.
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2.8 Project Permit and Review Fees
The Client shall pay all fees required to secure jurisdictional approvals for the Project.
Article 3
Ownership of Documents
31 The Landscape Architect shall be deemed the author and owner of all deliverables
provided to the Client, including but not limited to plans, drawings, specifications, Construction
Documents, displays, graphic art, photographs, and other images and devices of any medium,
including electronic data or files, which are developed, created, or derived pursuant to this
Agreement by the Landscape Architect(collectively,the "Design Materials").
3.2 Subject to payment by the Client of all fees and costs owed to the Landscape Architect,
the Landscape Architect grants to the Client a nonexclusive license to reproduce the Design
Materials solely for the construction and use of the Project. Termination of this Agreement prior
to the completion of the Project shall terminate this license; all Design Materials and copies
thereof in the C1ienYs possession or control shall be returned to the Landscape Architect within
21 days of the notice of termination.
3.3 The Client,to the fullest ea�tent permitted by law, shall indemnify and hold harmless the
Landscape Architect for any costs, including legal fees or defense costs, liability or loss, which
result from any unauthorized modification of the Design Materials ar the use of the Design
Materials for any purpose other than the Project.
3.4 In the event this Agreement is terminated priar to the completion of the Project, the
Landscape Architect shall have no liability to the Client ar to anyone claiming through the Client
for any claims, liabilities, or damages resulting from the use, misuse, or modification of the
Design Materials without the Landscape Architect's approval, and the Client agrees to indemnify
and defend the Landscape Architect against all such claims.
Article 4
Landscape Architect Compensation
4.1 Compensation for the Scope of Services described in section 1.4 ofExhibit "B" to be
performed under this Agreement shall be the stipulated sum indicated in the Preliminary
Provisions plus Reimbursable Expenses as defined below. Supplemental Services, described in
section 1.5 of Exhibit "B, " when requested in writing by the Client, shall be compensated on an
hourly basis at the rates provided in Exhibit "C' or on the basis of a negotiated fee provided in
an amendment to this Agreement.
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4.2 Reimbursable expenses are expenditures far the Project made by the Landscape
Architect, its employees, and consultants in the interest of the Project plus an administrative fee
of_%. Reimbursable expenses include but are not limited to the following:
4.2.1 travel expenses in connection with the Project living expenses in connection with
out-of-town travel, long-distance communications;
4.2.2 costs of reproductions, faxes, postage and handling, messenger and overnight
delivery services;
4.2.3 if authorized in advance by the Client, overtime-related employee expenses;
4.2.4 costs of renderings, photographs, models, and mock-ups requested by the Client;
4.2.5 expense of professional liability insurance dedicated exclusively to the Project, or
additional insurance coverage or limits requested by the Client in excess of that
normally carried by the Landscape Architect and its consultants;
4.2.6 costs of printing and delivering bid packages;
4.2.7 services of professional consultants which cannot be quantified at the time of
contracting; and
4.2.8 other, similar direct Project-related expenditures.
4.3 Payments
4.3.1 An initial payment of$ shall be made upon execution of this Agreement;
this amount shall be credited to the C1ienYs account atfinal payment.
4.3.2 Monthly payments to the Landscape Architect shall be based on (1)the
percentage ofthe Scope of Services completed in accordance with the Schedule of
Services provided inExhibit `D" herein, and shall include payments far (2)
Supplemental Services performed, and (3) Reimbursable Expenses incurred.
4.3.3 Payments are due and payable 30 days from the date ofthe Landscape ArchitecYs
invoice. Invoiced amounts unpaid 45 days after the invoice date shall be deemed
overdue and shall accrue % interest per month. Pursuant to section 7.2, herein,
at the Landscape ArchitecYs option, overdue payments may be grounds for
suspension of services or termination of this Agreement.
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4.4 Extended Services
Ifthrough no fault ofthe Landscape Architectthe Scope Services described in section 1.4
(Exhibit `B") have not been completed within the term indicated in the Schedule of Services
provided in Exhibit `D, "the compensation for services rendered after that time period shall be
renegotiated or shall be on the basis of the hourly rates provided in Exhibit "C" hereof.
Article 5
Insurance, Indemnification, Consequential Damages
5.1 Insurance
The Landscape Architect shall secure and maintain insurance coverages indicated as
follows:
Coverage Liability Limits
Professional Liability per claim/aggregate
Commercial General Liability per occurrence
Comprehensive Automobile Liability per accident
Warkers Compensation statutory limits
5.2 Indemnification
Client and L,andscape Architect each agree to indemnify and hold harmless the other, and
their respective officers, employees, agents, and representatives,from and against liability for all
claims, losses, damages, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees, to the ea�tent such
claims, losses, damages, or expenses are caused by the indemnifying party's negligent acts,
errors, or omissions. In the event claims, losses, damages, or expenses are caused by the joint or
concurrent negligence of Client and Landscape Architect,they shall be borne by each party in
proportion to its negligence.
5.3 Consequential Damages
The Landscape Architect and the Client waive consequential damages for claims,
disputes, or other matters in question which arise out of or are related to this Agreement,
including but not limited to consequential damages due to the termination of this Agreement by
either party in accordance with the provisions of Article 7 hereof.
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Article 6
Dispute Resolution
6.1 If a dispute arises out of or relates to this Agreement, the parties shall endeavar to resolve
their differences first through direct discussions between the parties or their representatives who
shall have authority to settle the dispute. If the dispute has not been settled within 14 days of the
initial discussions, the parties shall submit the dispute to mediation in accordance with section 6.2.
6.2 If the dispute is not settled pursuant to section 6.1, before recourse to any other dispute
resolution procedure,the parties shall endeavor to settle the dispute by mediation under the
current Construction Industry Mediation Rules of the American Arbitration Association. The
location of the mediation shall be the location of the Project. A request for mediation may be
filed with the American Arbitration Association or any other mediation service acceptable to
both parties. The parties agree to conclude the mediation within 60 days of filing the request.
6.3 Unless otherwise agreed in writing,the Landscape Architect agrees to continue to
perform its services during any dispute resolution proceedings. If the Landscape Architect
continues to perform, the Client shall continue to make payments in accordance with this
Agreement for amounts not in dispute.
6.4 Appropriate provisions for consolidation shall be included in other contracts relating to
the Project so that all parties necessary to resolving a claim are parties to the same dispute
resolution proceeding.
6.5 Unless otherwise agreed, the cost of inediation shall be shared equally by the parties.
6.6 Nothing in these provisions shall limit rights or remedies not expressly waived under
applicable lien laws.
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Article 7
Suspension/Tei•mination
71 This Agreement may be terminated by either party on 7 days' written notice should the
other party fail substantially to perform in accordance with its terms through no fault of the party
initiating the termination, provided the defaulting party has not cured or in good faith diligently
commenced to cure the breach during the 7-day notice period.
7.2 The Client's failure to make payments to the Landscape Architect in accordance with the
provisions of this Agreement shall be deemed a substantial failure to perform and a cause for
termination; however, in this circumstance the Landscape Architect, at its option, may elect to
suspend its services on 7 days' notice to the Client. The Landscape Architect shall have no
liability to the Client for any delays caused by a suspension under this provision.
7.3 If the Client suspends the L,andscape Architect's services for any reason, the Landscape
Architect shall be compensated for all services performed to that date, and the Landscape
Architect shall have no liability to the Client for any delays caused by the C1ienYs decision to
suspend the services.
7.4 When suspended services are resumed,the Landscape Architect shall be compensated for
expenses incurred by the interruption and resumption of the Landscape Architectural Services,
and the Landscape Architect Compensation and the Schedule of Services far the services
remaining to be performed shall be equitably adjusted.
7.5 A suspension of services by either party for more than 30 days may, at the Landscape
Architect's option, be deemed grounds far termination of the Agreement.
7.6 If termination is not due to the fault of the Landscape Architect,the Client shall pay, in
addition to Compensation and Reimbursable Expenses due at the time of the termination, all
actual costs and expenses reasonably incurred by the Landscape Architect in connection with
such termination. In addition, the Client shall comply and cooperate in accordance with the
provisions of Article 3, Ownership of Documents, herein.
7.7 The Client may terminate this Agreement for convenience and without cause with 7 days'
notice to the Landscape Architect providing, in addition to the compensation, expenses, and
compliance with the Ownership of Documents provisions indicated in section 7.6, above, the
Client pays to the Landscape Architect an amount representing the anticipated profit on the
Scope of Services not performed under this Agreement because of the Client's decision to
terminate for its convenience.
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Article 8
Other Terms and Conditions
8.1 Force Majeure
Either party shall be relieved of its obligations hereunder in the event and to the eatent
that performance hereunder is delayed or prevented by any cause beyond its control and not
caused by the party claiming relief hereunder, including, without limitation, acts of God, public
enemies, war, insurrection, acts or orders of governmental authorities, fire, flood, explosion, or
the recovery from such cause ("Force Majeure'�. The parties agree to make all reasonable efforts
to mitigate the delays and damages of Force Majeure.
8.2 Notices
Notices required pursuant to this Agreement shall be sufficient if delivered personally or
by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested at the addresses indicated on the first page
of this Contract.
8.3 Assignment
Neither party shall assign their interest in this Agreement without the express written
consent of the other, except as to the assignment of proceeds.
8.4 Third Party Relationships
Nothing in this Agreement shall create a contractual relationship with, an obligation to, or
a cause of action in favor of any third party against either the Client ar the Landscape Architect.
8.5 Severability
If any term or provision of this Agreement shall be found to be invalid or unenforceable,
the remaining provisions shall,to the fullest ea�tent permitted by law, remain in full force and
effect.
8.6 Captions
Captions of articles, sections, paragraphs, or subparagraphs of this Agreement are for
convenience and reference only.
8.7 Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by the law in effect at the Landscape ArchitecYs
principal place of business.
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8.8 Complete Agreement
This Agreement represents the entire understanding between the Client and the
Landscape Architect and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements,
whether written or oral. This Agreement only may be amended in writing signed by both the
Client and the Landscape Architect.
Exhibits
The following Exhibits are incorporated in and made a part of this Agreement:
"A" Client's Program
"B" Scope of Services and Supplemental Services
"C" Landscape Architect's Hourly Compensation Rates Schedule
"D" Landscape Architect's Schedule of Services
Landscape Architect
By:
Date:
Client
By:
Date:
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EXHIBIT "A"
CLIENT'S PROGRAM
(client inserts clienYs program as Exhibit "A")
EXHIBIT "B"
SCOPE OF SERVICES AND SUPPLEMENTAL SERVICES
1.4 Scope of Services
1.4.1 Site Analysis Phase
In order to identify the physical attributes and limitations of the site relative to the
Project Program, the Landscape Architect shall
.1 identify existing site conditions and features such as topography, drainage
patterns, vegetation, including significant specimen plants, water
elements, structures, views, and known off-site considerations relevant to
the Project Program
.2 confirm general location of available utilities
.3 analyze existing site conditions to identify physical attributes and
limitations ofthe Project site
.4 review applicable governmental requirements, including zoning,
ordinances and permit requirements, known special restrictions, and
zoning conditions
.5 advise the Client of tests and surveys, such as soils analysis,topographic
survey, utility survey, and/or property boundary survey,that may be
required
.6 submit findings in the form of the following deliverables to the Client
(indicate items required):
a. letter or memo summarizing the findings
b. plan view drawing summarizing the physical attributes and
limitations
c. summary description of applicable governmental requirements
d. summary description of needed tests and surveys
e. other
1.4.2 Schematic Design Phase
Based on the Site Analysis Phase findings, the Landscape Architect shall explore
design options and develop a schematic design through the following:
.1 prepare studies and relational diagrams for the organization and placement
of proposed program elements taking in consideration the existing site
features and the requirements of other program elements
.2 prepare drawings illustrating alternative design concepts for the form and
configuration of the Program elements on the site (up to
alternatives shall be provided under the basic Scope of Services for this
Agreement; additional alternatives requested by the Client shall be
considered Supplemental Services)
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.3 evaluate alternative design concepts and, in conjunction with the Client,
identify a preferred design concept
.4 based on the preferred design concept, prepare a scaled schematic design
plan illustratingthe form and configuration ofthe proposed improvements
on the site
.5 preliminarily select key materials or material systems and prepare
preliminary designs for key construction details
.6 prepare an opinion of probable costs to construct the proposed
improvements, including a recommended contingency
.7 submit the plan, details, cost opinion, and other deliverables as appropriate
comprising the Schematic Design submittal to the Client for review and
approval.
1.4.3 Design Development Phase
Based on the Schematic Design approved by the Client, the Landscape Architect
shall refine and sufficiently detail the proposed form of the improvements to fully
convey the design intent through the following:
.1 revise and refine the Schematic Design plan to spatially define the location
of the proposed improvements in relation to both the existing site features
and the other proposed improvements
.2 prepare design detail sketches illustrating the proposed form, materials,
color, and teatures of the proposed improvements
.3 prepare supplemental drawings as required to illustrate the design intent
(strike all that do not apply):
a. Grading and drainage plan
b. Planting plan
a Irrigation plan
d. Site furnishings plan
e. Lighting plan
£ Signage plan
g. other
.4 prepare outline specifications for applicable areas of work
(If a parricular specificarion system is requested by the Client, it should be
indicated here.)
.5 update the opinion of probable cost to construct the proposed
improvements, indicating when appropriate the assumptions on which the
opinion is based
.6 submit the plans, details, cost opinion, and other deliverables as
appropriate comprising the Design Development submittal to the Client
for review and approval
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1.4.4 Construction Document Phase
Based on the Client-approved Design Development phase submission,the
Landscape Architect shall prepare Construction Documents suitable for bidding
or contract negotiations and for construction of the Project. The Landscape
Architect shall:
.1 prepare construction plans including(strike those that do not apply):
a. Demolition plan
b. Staking(or layout)plan
c. Grading and drainage plan
d. Irrigation plan
e. Planting plan
£ Furnishings plan
g. Lighting plan
h. Signage plan
i. other
.2 prepare construction details to describe the materials, spatial relationships,
connections, and finishes suitable for constructing the proposed
improvements
.3 prepare construction specifications for the proposed improvements
.4 coordinate the drawings and specifications prepared by the Landscape
Architect's consultants, and when appropriate,the C1ienYs other
consultants
.5 update the opinion of probable cost to construct the proposed
improvements
.6 prepare documents suitable for review for compliance with applicable
governmental requirements and assist the Client in the submission process
to governmental agencies
(State specific requirements.)
.7 address timely and applicable review comments received from agencies
and revise the Construction Documents for compliance when required
.8 submitfinal opinion ofprobable construction costs
.9 submit copies ofthe Construction Documents (listConstrucrion
Documents and indicate whether electronic or hard copies are required; if
electroniq indicate software and software version required); additional
copies shall be reimbursable costs as provided in Article 4 ofthe
Agreement
1.4.5 Bidding Phase
When contracts are bid, the Landscape Architect shall assist the Client during the
bidding process to identify the Contractor to construct the Project and establish
the firm price to accomplish the work. The Landscape Architect shall:
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.1 coordinate the schedule for bid advertising, pre-bid qualification process
(if applicable), pre-bid conference, addenda(if applicable), and bid
opening
.2 prepare and organize bid solicitation and proposal forms consistent with
the Client's requirements
.3 arrange for printing and distribution of the bid documents
.4 evaluate pre-bid qualification submissions (as required) and formulate
recommendations
.5 conductthe pre-bid conference and documentthe proceedings
.6 clarify the Construction Documents as required through the preparation
and issuance of addenda
.7 attend the bid opening
.8 review bids including alternates and formulate a recommendation on the
award of the contract
1.4.6 Contract Negotiation Phase
When contracts are negotiated, the Landscape Architect shall assistthe Client
during the contract negotiation process to establish contract terms for the
construction ofthe Project. The Landscape Architect shall:
.1 arrange for transmittal of Construction Documents to the selected
Contractor
.2 meet with the selected Contractor to review the Construction Documents
and the proposed improvements
.3 provide clarification to the Construction Documents as required
.4 review the selected Contractor's proposal and formulate a
recommendation on the award of the contract
1.4.7 Construction Contract Administration Services
The Landscape Architect shall provide the following administration services
associated with the construction ofthe Project:
.1 take part in the pre-construction conference
.2 undertake periodic observation of the work in progress for conformance
with Construction Documents
.3 evaluate the completed wark to determine acceptance or non-acceptance
based on conformity with the design intent expressed in the Construction
Documents
.4 review and approve Contractor progress payment requests
.5 review and approve a final application for payment and recommend
acceptance of the Project by the Client
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1.5 Supplemental Services
1.5.1 Pre-design Services
The following pre-design services shall be considered Supplemental Services:
.1 assisting the Client with programming
.2 inventory and documentation of existing conditions affecting the Project,
including identification and location of utility connections (water, gas,
electrical, and sewer connections)
.3 assisting the Client with marketing and/or feasibility studies
.4 master planning (Provide details to address specific Project
requirements.)
.5 detailed project scheduling(critical path, milestone completion dates, or
other methods)
.6 representing Client at zoning hearings and/or community meetings or
design review hearings
1.5.2 Design Phase Supplemental Services
Unless otherwise agreed to by the parties, the following are Supplemental
Services:
.1 scale models and renderings
.2 special studies or reports
.3 life cycle cost analyses
.4 expert witness testimony
.5 long-distance travel to inspect materials and equipment of potential
suppliers
.6 permitting services beyond those described in section 1.4
.7 attendance at public review or design review hearings
1.5.3 Construction Contract Administration Supplemental Services
The Landscape Architect shall provide the following administration services
associated with the construction ofthe project as Supplemental Services. When
requested, the Landscape Architect shall:
.1 review and take appropriate action on materials and equipment submitted
by the Contractor for approval
.2 review and take appropriate action on shop drawings and change order
requests submitted for approval
.3 prepare Client-initiated change orders
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.4 on behalf of the Client, receive written guarantees, warranties, releases of
liens, and related documents required from the Contractor
.5 conduct observations to determine final completion and acceptance of the
work
.6 review Contractor's marked-up as-built drawings
.7 determine consent of surety, if any,to issuance of final certificate of
payment
Revisions to previously approved drawings or other documents shall constitute
Supplemental Services when necessary to accommodate subsequent
interpretations by governmental officials.
1.5.4 Post-Construction Services
The following Post-Construction Services are Supplemental Services. When
requested by the Client, the Landscape Architect shall:
.1 prepare record drawings of the actual construction based on marked-up
drawings and other data furnished by the contractor
.2 provide periodic observations of wark and/or warranty items
.3 perform post-construction evaluation of functional and operational
performance of the Project
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EXHIBIT "C'
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT'S
HOURLY COMPENSATION RATES SCHEDULE
(landscape architect inserts Landscape ArchitecYs Hourly Compensation Rates Schedule as Exhibit"C'�
EXHIBIT "D"
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
The Landscape Architect shall begin providing services on the Project promptly upon the receipt
of a written notice to proceed and shall perform its services as expeditiously as is consistent with
professional quality. All time frames are subject to the Client's cooperation in accordance with
the provisions of sections 1.6 and 2.6.
Days from approval of
the previous phase and
authorization to proceed
Service with the next phase % Compensation
Site Analvsis days %
Schematic Design days %
Desien Develonment days %
Construction Document days %
Biddine Phase days %
Contract Negotiation days %
Construction Contract Administration days %
If through no fault of the Landscape Architect the Scope of Services to be provided under this
�reement has not been comnleted within (indicate calendar days or months)
of the initial notice to nroceed, the comnensation for services rendered after that time neriod shall
be equitabl,�justed.
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REQUEST FOR FOLLOW-UP INFORMATION FOR COMISKEY PARK RFP
The City of Dubuque consultant selection team wishes to have further information
related to the engagement portion of your proposal and several other items. This is to
help answer questions that emerged after review and discussion of your
proposal. Please respond in writing by Friday, December 7 at 4:45 p.m.
Public Engagement
Please describe in detail how you and your team will engage with the local residents in
the neighborhood of the park and the larger Dubuque community regarding the project.
1. Include the name and qualifications of the team member who will be handling
these aspects of the project scope.
Zia Brucaya will lead public engagement throughout the Comiskey Park project. Zia is a
senior planner with over seven years of experience implementing grassroots planning
and public engagement processes with communities of all sizes. Most recently, Zia has
managed public engagement for the City of Madison Monroe Street Reconstruction,
City of Madison Park and Open Space Plan 2018-2022, and James Madison Park
Master Plan and Shelter Design (ongoing). For additional qualifications, visit page 18 of
the project team's proposal.
2. Explain all engagement processes in detail and whom would lead each.
Community outreach and engagement for Comiskey Park will be implemented through
a mix of tools and approaches designed to collect input from a diverse cross-section of
stakeholders by race, age, ability and gender. These tools include a community
workshop dinner, an online survey, and targeted focus groups. Our goal will be to
encourage and amplify traditionally underrepresented voices to ensure that the
Comiskey Park plan reflects the diversity of interests and needs of residents within the
City of Dubuque.
The neighborhood immediately surrounding Comiskey Park is home to a predominantly
low-income, minority demographic, meaning that engagement strategies must be
tailored and approachable to be successful. In order to achieve a plan that benefits a
broad spectrum of the population, reflects the needs of the neighborhood and broader
community, and meaningfully includes people of color and other marginalized
populations, the engagement process will focus on reaching community members
"where they are," including online, at the park, and through targeted conversations
designed to plug into existing community gatherings.
3. Please discuss the purpose and hopeful outcomes of each engagement
process.
Results from the engagement tools will be extensively documented, reviewed and
categorized to inform the development of the Comiskey Park plan. A summary tool that
quantifies input to demonstrate shared community goals and desires will be updated
over time and used in an iterative process to refine the new park plan. Urban Assets
used a similar tool for the James Madison Park Master Plan process, which
demonstrated a strong community desire to reimagine the shelter and improve access
to the shoreline, and directly influenced the final plan recommendations.
4. Discuss how the input will be incorporated in to the project.
We will communicate results comprehensively to our design team and city staff.
5. Address the diversity of the team that would be involved in the engagement �
process(es). �,
Our team is uniquely qualified to lead an inclusive and comprehensive community
engagement process. Urban Assets is a Wisconsin-certified woman-owned business
enterprise (WBE), Saiki Design is a Wisconsin-certified minority-owned business
enterprise (MBE), and while Mike Ford's BrandNu Design is not a certified MBE, his
values of promoting diversity and inclusion will bring an important insight to this project.
Together, our project team will draw on personal experience and insight to drive a
diverse and comprehensive engagement process.
6. Discuss the diversity of population and methods used to reach those
populations.
We will seek to address known inequities in typical planning processes by reaching out
to a variety of stakeholders and partners at a variety of times and locations. Children are
major users of our parks, but they rarely have a voice in future decision making. As
such, we highly recommend the inclusion of Mike Ford, AIA, who has successful led
diversity-focused community engagement events for both the City of Madison Park and
Open Space Plan, and the James Madison Park Master Plan. Mike will develop,
promote, and lead a kid-focused community workshop that is highly interactive and
hands-on to encourage children from the surrounding neighborhoods and elementary
schools to engage in the Comiskey Park design process. For more details about Mike
Ford, visit page 11 of the projecfi team's proposal.
7. Outline what you would expect from the city representatives (if anything) to
make for a successful engagement process for this project.
City staff will be involved tr�roughout and will be responsible for coordinating and
scheduling all public meetings, interviews, and focus groups. It is also important that key
city staff be available to attend all public meetings and the community picnic in order to
build greater community trust and understanding of design opportunities, challenges,
and the project as a whole. For more details about the meeting materials and
coordination, visit page 8 of the project team's proposal.
8. How will your process consider equity? See above.
9. Share specific examples of successful engagement projects and particularly
any specific park projects like the Comiskey project proposed. See above;
e
10. We shared a timeframe to complete this project. If you were given extra time in
the engagement period of time you outlined in your proposal, would you and/or
how would you change what you have proposed?
If given additional time, the project team would recommend that meetings be held at
Comiskey Park during the summer to fully leverage the value of ineeting community
members "where they are." For more details about the engagement process, visit pages
8-10 of the project team's proposal.
We will be happy to discuss our community engagement process in more detail on
Tuesday,
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
Please provide your team's grant management and permitting experience working
specifically on projects funded by LWCF. Include the name and qualifications of the
team member(s) who will be handling this aspect of the project scope.
Rebecca de Boer of Saiki Design will be responsible for all aspects of the LWCF grant
management process, in collaboration with Abbie Moilien as Principal and Project Manager.
Although Rebecca has not specifically worked on the grant management aspect of projects
funded by LWCF, she provides technical writing and management expertise across all types of
projects at Saiki Design. Her work ranges from contributing to Environmental Impact
Assessment reports to technical specification writing to authoring master plans and executive
summary reports. Rebecca has strong written and verbal skills and a rigorous approach to
documentation that will undoubtedly translate to the undertaking of this task.
IIW, P.C. also has experience with LWCF grant administration gained while working through the
implementation of the master plan at the EB Lyons Interpretive Area Addition project. Julie
Neebel, of IIW, P.C., assisted City staff with fulfilling the grant requirements to allow
reimbursement of the grant funds to the City. In addition, Marc Ruden, of IIW, P.C., frequently
assists City's to ensure compliance with grant requirements. Both Julie and Marc will be
available to assist Saiki Design, providing insight and context for the grant requirements and
process for the duration of the project.
Challenges
Drawing from your experience completing similar projects, what challenges has the City
or the RFP specifically not anticipated, if any?
The grani application was based on a park program that had limited public engagement. As we
hear from the public, if the program or priorities evolve differently, there may be impacts to the
budget, LWCF grant agreement and the preconception of the park. We do not see this as a
difficult design challenge, and the public engagement and design process we have proposed
will allow those modifications to be transparent and built upon community consensus.
We understand that the park building is to remain. As the park is expanded to newly acquired
property arranging new activities with convenient access to restrooms in the existing building
will likely be a priority. Other support facilities such as drinking fountains, remote sheltered
seating and gathering areas might be part of the alternative exploration. These have cost
implications.
As the park expands in space and program, and at the head of the Bee Branch Corridor, will the
intensity of use require additional parking, and/or can pedestrian, bicycle and transit connection
enhancements mitigate that need?
Best Outcomes
Share what practices or alternative you would recommend to reach the best outcomes
for the project described in the RFP.
We have provided a public engagemenfi process designed to reach a broad constituency, with
special attention to potentially under-represented groups. We feel this is particularly important
given the park location.
We are creative thinkers by nature, supported by our business model and imbedded into our
practice. It allows us to optimize results on all our projects. It is what makes us unique in the
market.
We feef we are uniquely qualified to synthesize information from the public, staff, ofher
stakeholders for best results.
Comiskey Park
Dubuque,IA
11/27/2018
Lantlscape Archi[ec[ure Public EngagemeM Engineering Special[y Public Engagemen[
Saiki Design Inc. Urban Asse[s IIW Michael Fortl
Pnncipal/
Project Hip Hop
Task Descrip[ion Manager Lantl.Arch.II Lantl.Arch. Designer Pnncipal Senior Planner Planner Support PE V PE III PE I DE II PLS II Survey Sp Tech IV Tech III Tech II Const Sp Architect Comments
$ 14000 $ 12500 $ 11500 $ 85D0 $ 160D0 $ 130D0 $ 100D0 $ SODO $ 206D0 $ 159D0 $ 141D0 $ 11]DO $ 160D0 $ 126D0 $ 108D0 $ 95D0 $ 83D0 $ 14600 $ 250D0
4A &4.2-Pro'ec[Mana emen[
4.1.1 General Pro'ect Mana ement 48 2 6
Submit project schedule on the first
42.1 Monthl Pro'ect Schedule U dates 12 2 6 Tuesda ofeach month.
Submit progress reports on the first and
42.2 Bi-monthl Pro ress Re orts 48 2 6 third Tuesda of each month.
108 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 18 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
$15120D0 $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $000 $000 $ODO $1236D0 $2,862D0 $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO
$15120D0 $ODO $4,098D0 $ODO
SECTION SUBTOTAL $19,218.00
4.3-Communi[ En a emen[
4.3.1 Plan for Communit En a ement 4 8 1 12 10
4.32 Solicit Community needs,desires&
dreams 4 8 22 82 123 60
8 0 16 0 23 94 133 60 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
$1120D0 $ODO $1,840D0 $ODO $3,680D0 $12,220D0 $13,300D0 $3,OOODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO
$2,960D0 $3220000 $ODO $ODO
SECTION SUBTOTAL $35,160.00
4.4-Preliminary Design of Comiskey
Park
4.4.1 Meet with City representatives to
review the plan for proposed
im rovements 6 2 4 One in- erson meetin
Note-we highly recommend the
topographical survey additional service to
highly improve the accuracy of our base
4.42 Create a Base Drawing 6om City materials,which will result in a more
rwided data 2 1 2 constmctible ro'ect.
4.4.3 Pre are 50%Plans 8 2 32 3 26 24
Two meetings via conference call/screen
4.4.4 Meet with Ci staff 4 4 4 2 6 share
4.4.5 Present preliminary and fnal
desi n to Ci Desi n Review team 12 4 2 2 2 Two in- erson meetin s
4.4.6 Make modifcations requested,
deliver desi n to Ci for distribution 4 24 16 16 Assumes di ital roduct via email
4.4.7 Develop a construction cost
estimate 2 6 4 4
4.4.8 Get apprwal of Park&Rec.
Commission prior to City Council
a roval of Prelimina Conce t Plan 6 One in- erson meetin
4.4.9 Acquire all permits required for the
ro'ect 2 4
42 2 ]2 0 0 4 0 0 9 61 0 52 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
$5,880D0 $250D0 $$280D0 $ODO $ODO $520D0 $000 $ODO $1,854D0 $9,699D0 $ODO $6,084D0 $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO
$14,410D0 $520D0 $1],63]00 $ODO
SECTION SUBTOTAL $32,56�.00
4.5-Final Desi n of Comiske Park
11x17 plans,constmction specifcations,
4.5.1 Com lete final bid documents 8 12 60 20 2 295 24 4 cost estimates and AutoCAD drawin s
4.52 Coordinate utilities 4 19 16 2
4.5.3 Use Statewide Urban Design
Standards SUDAS and lan Pormat 16 8 12 12 6
4.5.4 Deliver plans and specifications to
City Leisure Services Department for
distribution to bidders 2 4 rovide di ital documents no hard co ies
10 12 84 28 0 0 0 0 2 sOs 0 52 0 0 0 6 6 0 0
$1,400D0 $1 50000 $9,660D0 $2,380D0 $ODO $000 $000 $ODO $412D0 $9,61950 $ODO $6,084D0 $ODO $ODO $ODO $S/ODO $498D0 $ODO $ODO
$14,940D0 $ODO $1]18350 $ODO
SECTION SUBTOTAL $32,123.50
Lantlscape Archi[ec[ure Public EngagemeM Engineering Special[y Public Engagemen[
Saiki Design Inc. Urban Asse[s IIW Michael Fortl
Pnncipal/
Project Hip Hop
Task Descrip[ion Manager Lantl.Arch.II Lantl.Arch. Designer Pnncipal Senior Planner Planner Support PE V PE III PE I DE II PLS II Survey Sp Tech IV Tech III Tech II Const Sp Architect Comments
$ 14000 $ 12500 $ 11500 $ 85D0 $ 160D0 $ 130D0 $ 100D0 $ SODO $ 206D0 $ 159D0 $ 141D0 $ 11]DO $ 160D0 $ 126D0 $ 108D0 $ 95D0 $ 83D0 $ 14600 $ 250D0
4.6-Pertortn Cons[ruc[ion
Mana emen[
4.6.1 Be present at the bid letting.
Develop the bid tabulation form and
prwide a recommendation the award of
the ro'ect 2 2 8
4.6.2 Leadthe pre-construction meeting
with the contractor and City staff.Take
minutes and disburse. 8 2 5
4.6.3 Review,stamp,and approve shop
drawin s as needed 2 8 5 4 1 S
4.6.4Answer contractor questions during
constmction. Assume up to 10 site 4 site visits Por Saiki Desigq 6 site visits for
visits durin construction 48 25 IIW
4.6.5 Process all payment requests for
the project.Maintain the budget for the
project.Provide bi-weekly budget status
u dates. 18
4.6.6Administer any change orders as
needed with pre-approval 6om City point
of contract. 8 12
4.6.7 Prepare project closeout
documentation 4 4 4
4.6.8 Mark-up an as-built plan of the
ro'ect at the condusion ofconstmction 8 4
4.6.9 Maintain all records for the project
& rovide recordsto Ci . 4 4
44 0 84 0 0 0 0 0 4 45 0 4 0 0 0 0 9S 0 0
$6160D0 $ODO $9,660D0 $ODO $ODO $000 $000 $ODO $824D0 $],155D0 $ODO $468D0 $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $]8850 $ODO $ODO
$15,820D0 $ODO $923550 $ODO
SECTION SUBTOTAL $25,055.50
47 Atlminis[er Gran[for[he Pro'ec[
4.7.1 Be familiar with all rules and
regulations related to grants used for this
ro'ect. 8
472 Maintain contact with grant
contacts and supply information required
for federal LWCF rant. 8
4.7.3 Request reimbursement of the
improvements and engineering costs on
the ro'ect from rant awardin a enc . 18
4.7.4 Maintain all rant records. 4
4.7.5 Perform all grant activities required
for rant. 8
4.7.6 Close out the grant as required by
rant awardin a enc . 4
0 50 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
$000 $6,25000 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $000 $000 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
$6,250.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
SECTION SUBTOTAL $6,250.00
4.8-4.H Cons[ruc[ion Inspec[ion&
Surve
Assumes 3 trips per week at 2 hours per
trip,plus 1 hours per week for 52 weeks for
4.8.1 PerPorm all constmction ins ection 188 8 PM
PerPorm material testin 144 See detailed testin numbers on ne#tab
4.8.2 Supply all records to the City upon
com letionofthe ro'ect. 25 Assumes.5hours erweekfor52weeks
4.9.1 Perform construction staking ofthe Estimated fee based on conceptual layout
ro'ect 1 18 35 35 4 induded in the RFP
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 18 223 1]9 29 8 0
$000 $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $000 $000 $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $160D0 $2268D0 $24,08400 $1],00500 $2,40]DO $1,168D0 $ODO
$ODO $ODO $4],09200 $ODO
SECTION SUBTOTAL $4�,092.00
BASEFEETOTAL $19],466.00
Lantlscape Archi[ec[ure Public EngagemeM Engineering Special[y Public Engagemen[
Saiki Design Inc. Urban Asse[s IIW Michael Fortl
Pnncipal/
Project Hip Hop
Task Descrip[ion Manager Lantl.Arch.II Lantl.Arch. Designer Pnncipal Planner Planner Support PE V PE III PE I DE II PLS II Survey Sp Tech IV Tech III Tech II Const Sp Architect Comments
$ 14000 $ 12500 $ 11500 $ 85D0 $ 140D0 $ 125D0 $ 125D0 $ 115D0 $ 206D0 $ 159D0 $ 141D0 $ 11]DO $ 160D0 $ 126D0 $ 108D0 $ 95D0 $ 83D0 $ 14600 $ 250D0
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
"PARKitecture Worksho " 24
Siteto o ra hicalsurve 2 10 10 4
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 10 10 4 0 24
$000 $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $000 $000 $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $ODO $252D0 $1,080D0 $950D0 $332D0 $ODO $6,OOODO
$ODO $ODO $2,614D0 $6,OOODO
SECTION SUBTOTAL $8,614.00
ADDITIONAL SERVICES Items listed bebw can be ovided at the Murl retes listed
Additional Renderings,3-D Models,Exhibits not Specifiwlly Listed Above
Additional Meetings,Presentations and/or Flypearances Above and Beyond those Listed Abwe
EXCLUSIONS(Items listed bebw are specilically not included in this proposal)
Irrigation Design
Shelter design
ASSUMPTIONS
Digital deliverables-not printed.
All-inclusive playground equipmentwill be delegated design.
Splash pad will be delegated design.
Assumes there are no environmental intrusions or constraints upon new development at Comiskey Park.
Assumes one bid package.
CITY OF DUBUQUE
ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY
POLICY NUMBER: 3.17
SUBJECT: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES PROCUREMENT (Request for
Proposals)
APPROVED BY: CITY MANAGER
EFFECTIVE DATE: FEBRUARY 25, 1994
JANUARY 19, 2006 (Revised)
PURPOSF_
The purpc►se of this Administrative Policy (AP) is to provide guidelines for the
preparatian and approval process for Requests for Proposals (RFP) for services to be
provided t:o the City of Dubuque.
SCOPE
This AP applies to all City departments and divisions under the administrative control of
the City N1anager. The following RFP procedures will be followed for all contracted
services tivith a total cost of $10,000 or greater. Services covered by this AP include;
but are not limited to, consulting services, auditing services, financial advisory services,
architect �nd engineering services.
RESPONSIBILITY
It shall bF the responsibility of the Department Managers to ensure compliance with this
Administrative Policy. In emergency situations and in the case of sole source service
providers the City Manager may approve exceptions to this policy.
POLICY
Unless otherwise directed by the City Manaqer, the following procedures will be used
for selecl:ion of service providers:
1. The Department Manager will prepare a memo to the City Manager for approval
recommending a Proposal Review Committee to prepare the RFP and evaluate
responses. The Proposal Review Committee should consist of the following
members:
D�epartment/Division Manager (Chairperson)
Policy Number: 3.17 Contractual Services Procurement(Request for Proposals) Page 2 of 3
Finance Director, Assistant Finance Director or Purchasing Coordinator
Personnel from the department requesting services (normally 2)
Per�onnel from departments other than the department requesting services
(possibly Assistant City Manager or Budget Director). (normally 2)
2. The Proposal Review Committee prepares an RFP wriichi includes a project
description, criteria for selection, and requirements for the specific project. A
recc�mmendation will be made to the City Manager who will make a
recurrimendation to the City Council. A proposal package is mailed to interested
vendors and legal notices of the intent to contract for services are established if
required.
3. The committee receives written proposals. At a minimum, the proposals should
include the following:
a. Letter of transmittal.
b. Profile of the firm.
c. Qualifications including a listing of past clients, and description of similar
experience.
d. Names and background of personnel assigned to project.
e. Description of scope of services and proposed project schedule.
f. Description of fees and compensation. (May be separate from the proposal.)
4. The committee members review and evaluate the proposals based on the
es�ablished selection criteria. Proposals may be initially evaluated individually by
each selection committee member on a qualitative basis with members not
provided fee information. The Chairperson may mark or eliminate proposals
from consideration that are not within a feasible total cost range based on
budgeted costs. A meeting will be scheduled by the Chairperson at which fees
wipl be made known and the committee will discuss the results of individual
evaluations. If necessary, the committee will request an interview with one or
m��re of the firms to clarify and/or expand on the proposal(s).
5. The committee must meet and reach a consensus on the selection of the firm
which, based on ability to perform services and fees, appears to be the best able
to serve the City. The Comrriittee Chairperson will then make a recommendation
to the City Manager of the firm which best meets the City's needs. The
cc,mmittee should corriment on the pluses and minuses of all qualified proposals
to provide the City Manager with adequate information to make a final decision
w9�o will forward with recommendation to the City Council, if deemed appropriate.
Policy Number: 3.17 Contractuai Services Procurement(Request for Proposals) Page 3 of 3
Proposers should not be notified of the results of the committee until a response to the
committee's recommendation is received from the City Manager.
A sample outline of a Request for Proposal is attached for guidance.
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Michael C. Van Milligen
City Manager
City of Dubuque lowa
Request for Proposal
Date
{Subject)
The City of Dubuque, lowa, will receive proposals for (subject) services relating to...
Attached is information relating to minimum specifications of s�rvices, data to be
included in the proposal, evaluation criteria, and selected information relating to the City
of Dubuque.
Proposals (an original and eight copies) must be received by .... at the following
address:
RFP Chairperson or City Clerk
�City af Dubuque, Department Name
Department Address or City Cierk Office
Dubuque, IA 52�01
It is anticipated that a contract for services will be awarded on...
Further information may be obtained from....
I. Specific Requir�ments
A. Th e City of Dubugue, lowa, reserves the right to reject any and all proposals
received.
{List a11 other specific requirements)
II. Data to be included in Rroposal
In order to simplify the review process and to obtain the maximum de�ree of
comparability, the proposals shall include the following items and be organized in the
manner specified below.
A. Lett er of Transmittal
A letter of transmittal briefly outiining the proposer's understanding af
the wark and general information regarding the firm and individuals to
be invaMved.
B. Pro file af the Firm
Information required or desired about firms submitting proposals.
C. Qualifications
Required qualifications
D. Scope of Services and Proposed Proj�c# Schedule
Listing and requirements of services ta be pravided.
�. Fees a nd Compensation
Any specific information on fees and compensation.
III. Evaluation Criteria
All proposals wifl be evaluated based upon the following areas. (Incfude the
following text.) As additional information bec�mes available, the City reserves the
right to modify selectinn criteria at any time during the selection process. All
proposers will be notified of the change in criteria and allowed to respond.
IV. Entity Profile
Provide a profile of the City of Dubuque, specifically in the area relating to the
request for proposals.
THE CITY OF
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MasterE�iecc on the Mississippt
Consultant Professional Services
Request for Proposal
Comiskey Park
Engagement, Design, Construction Management
and Grant Administration Services
City of Dubuque, lowa
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Issue Date: November 6, 2018
Closing Date & Time: November 27, 2018 at 2:00 p.m.
Leisure Services Department
2200 Bunker Hill Road
Dubuque, lowa 520013010
1.0 INTRODUCTION
The City of Dubuque, lowa is soliciting competitive sealed proposals from qualified
professional consulting firms to perform community engagement, design, construction
management and grant administration services for the redevelopment of Comiskey Park,
located at 255 East 24th Street in Dubuque, lowa.
A community engagement process is an important part of the scope of work. The consultant
will develop a plan for broad community engagement into the preliminary and final designs.
The plan needs to measure support and commitment, identify community desires for the
park, and engage residents and community partners in the process. The plan should
incorporate methods beyond typical community meetings to engage marginalized populations
that use the park.
Comiskey Park redevelopment must reflect the values of the community which makes quality
and diverse public participation and input essential to the process. Plans must reflect
outreach to a diverse and comprehensive representation of the Dubuque community
including traditionally under-represented groups.
The consultant will develop bid specifications and will also be required to perform all
construction testing, construction management and construction survey for this project. The
consultant will also be responsible for all aspects of grant administration, monitoring and
reporting.
The City of Dubuque was awarded a $508,000 Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program grant. The National Park Service
grant is managed through the lowa Department of Natural Resources. The grant and
agreement are located on the city FTP site at https://citvofdubuque.sharefile.com/d-
sca9e5425654471 eb. The city has budgeted a match of the grant of$693,277 in six capital
improvement project budgets. The total project will be $1 ,201 ,277. Improvements are listed
in the attached grant application and agreement. The consultant will be expected to handle all
aspects of grant administration.
The current Comiskey Park has a playground (circa 1994) with some older pieces, tennis
court (circa 2005), softball diamond with skinned infield, 18-stall parking lot, small skate park
(circa 2005), basketball court (2005), community center (2002) and open space used for
soccer, rugby and community events.
2.0 PROJECT OBJECTIVES
The City is seeking a qualified consultant to design preliminary and final plans for Comiskey
Park Redevelopment based upon community engagement and in compliance with LWCF
ORLP grant. The selected consultant will administer the project from start to grant
administration, construction management to construction inspection and survey. The
selected consultant will be expected to complete the contracted scope of work to meet the
specified timeframe for the design goal and provide the professional services necessary for
the project to proceed through award of contract, construction and project closeout.
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The selected consultant will be expected to complete the contracted scope of work within the
timeframe, under the general direction and coordination of the city's Leisure Services,
Engineering and Planning Departments as authorized by the City Council.
ENGAGEMENT
The selected consultant will be responsible for developing and implementing a robust,
creative, and inclusive plan for engagement. The process must be interesting, meaningful
and relevant to residents. The engagement plan must at a minimum involve the following:
1 . Develop and implement an engagement process at the onset of and throughout the
project. The purpose of the process will be to inform and solicit input from
residents of the goals of Comiskey Park redevelopment and how the park and
planning affects those residents in their everyday lives. The project must also
inform residents of the importance of participation as well as opportunities for
participation throughout the duration of the project.
2. Develop and implement a plan for creative, diverse, and meaningful community
engagement especially for the Comiskey Park service area and including the entire
community. The consultant will develop a schedule and input opportunities which,
at a minimum, address the channels for public engagement and communication.
The consultant will be responsible for designing and facilitating the events and
public input instruments and collecting and distilling all information for use in the
park redevelopment plan.
3. The plan should outline specific outreach strategies, marketing tactics, and
engagement tools and events ensuring representative feedback from the whole
community — all ages, races, ethnicities, and backgrounds. This process should
involve reaching out to community organizations, stakeholders, neighborhood
associations, residents and other traditionally under-represented groups.
GOALS
Below are the goals for the redevelopment of Comiskey Park:
• Space has an identifying iconic component or sense of place created specific to
Comiskey Park
• Complement Bee Branch Creek Greenway but not duplicate
• Create a connection to the Bee Branch Creek Greenway, and the Heritage Trail
Network going north through North End Neighborhood.
• Create a space designed as urban park
• Decrease perception of fear of neighborhood through lighting and other
enhancements
• Incorporate safety throughout the park
• Encourage park use from sun up to sun down
• Encourage neighbor meeting neighbor
• Attractive to persons of variety of cultural backgrounds
• Accessibility (ADA compliance) increased to today's standards
• Sustainability built in throughout the redevelopment
• Proactively accommodate and encourage all forms of transportation (walking,
biking, bus, boarding, etc.) yet accommodate vehicle parking to support park
activities.
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3.0 COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
The City of Dubuque is located on the Mississippi River in northeastern lowa, adjacent to
Illinois and Wisconsin. As lowa's oldest city, Dubuque is a community well known for its
historic and architectural beauty. The City is over 30 square miles in area, with a population
of nearly 60,000 persons. The community has a stable and diversified manufacturing base
and a growing service sector. Dubuque is the major retail, medical, education and
employment center for the tri-state area. Tourism continues to be a major economic force in
the community.
The City of Dubuque is governed by an elected Mayor and City Council and managed by a
City Manager. The City funds a full range of municipal services. City government works in
collaboration with the private and non-profit sectors to promote economic development and
sustainability. Sustainability and downtown, neighborhood, and riverfront planning and
revitalization are long-standing priorities of the City Council. The City's website is
www.citvofdubuque.orq. The City Council goals and priorities are available online at
www.cityofdubuque.orq/councilqoals.
In 2006 and every year since, the Mayor and City Council identified becoming a more
Sustainable City as one of their top priorities for our community. Implementation of a
community-defined sustainability plan is among the top Council priorities of this year,
and each of this year's priorities incorporate one of the parts of Dubuque's model of
sustainability. Find out more at the www.sustainabledubuque.org website.
For additional sustainability information, please reference the 2017 Imagine Dubuque
Comprehensive Plan. An electronic copy of the plan can be accessed at
http://www.citvofdubuque.orq/2432/Imaqine-Dubuque. It is important to address sustainability
and other components of Comprehensive Plan as a part of the project.
4.0 PROJECT SCOPE OF SERVICES
In preparing a response to this RFP, the Consultant should describe the means or strategy by
which they would satisfy the scope of services. The final scope of work will be negotiated with
the selected Consultant(s). The City will evaluate submitted proposals and award contracts
to selected Consultants based on the best proposed solution to each individual section listed
below.
For the design of this project, the City of Dubuque encourages the use of sustainable
principles in design and construction.
The following outline represents the minimum components for performing the requested
seroices.
4.1 — Project Management & Accounting
4.1 .1 The Consultant shall identify one person to serve as the Project Manager for this
project. The Project Manager shall be the leader of this effort and is expected to
ensure that the project scope, schedule and budget are being adhered to at all times
for the duration of the project. Additionally, the Project Manager shall serve as the
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primary point of contact for all exchange of information between the City and the
Consultant.
4.2 — Project Manager Deliverables
The following is a list of requirements that shall be provided throughout the design
seroices.
4.2.1 The Project Manager shall submit an updated electronic copy of the project schedule
on the first Tuesday of each month.
4.2.2 The Project Manager shall submit the project progress report on the first and third
Tuesday of each month. The summary shall be submitted electronically and be less
than a single page in length.
4.3 — Community Engagement
4.3.1 Create a plan for community engagement beyond neighborhood/community meetings
throughout entire project. Plan needs to gather input and feedback from a
representative sample of those living within a mile of the park and engage school
children of the area throughout the park planning process. Engage marginalized
populations especially in park seroice area.
4.3.2 Consultant solicit on community needs, desires and dreams for park redevelopment.
Incorporate input into preliminary and final designs.
4.4 — Preliminary Design of Comiskey Park
4.4.1 Meet with City representatives to review the plan for the proposed improvements.
4.4.2 Create a base drawing from City provided topographic survey data.
4.4.3 Prepare 50°k plans of the proposed Comiskey Park redevelopment project in
accordance with any and all relevant requirements of federal Land and Water
Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant.
4.4.4 Meet with City staff to review preliminary design.
4.4.5 Present preliminary and final design to the City Design Review team for review and
comment.
4.4.6 Make modifications requested; deliver preliminary design to City for distribution to
other interested parties on the project.
4.4.7 Develop a construction cost estimate for the improvements.
4.4.8 Get approval of Park and Recreation Commission of Preliminary Plan prior to City
Council approval of Preliminary Concept Plan.
4.4.8 Acquire all permits required for the project.
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4.5 — Final Design of Comiskey Park Redevelopment
4.5.1 Complete the final bidding documents including 11x17" plans, construction
specifications, cost estimates. Supply an AutoCAD 2013 format drawing of the
improvements to City of Dubuque Leisure Services.
4.5.2 Coordinate with any utilities involved on the project.
4.5.3 Plans shall be constructed using Statewide Urban Design Standards and plan format
(SUDAS).
4.5.4 Deliver plans and specifications to City Leisure Services Department for distribution to
bidders.
4.6 — Perform Construction Management
4.6.1 Be present at the bid letting. Develop the bid tabulation form and provide a
recommendation on the award of the project.
4.6.2 Lead the pre-construction meeting with the contractor and city staff. Take minutes of
the meeting and disburse the minutes to all appropriate staff.
4.6.3 If needed, review all shop drawings required of the contractor. Stamp and approve
shop drawings.
4.6.4 Answer questions from the contractor during construction. Make site visits during
construction. Assume up to 10 site visits.
4.6.5 Process all payment requests for the project. Maintain the budget for the project.
Provide bi-weekly budget status updates to City of Dubuque Leisure Services.
4.6.6 Administer any change orders that may come up in the project. All change orders need
approval of City of Dubuque Leisure Services point of contact prior to executing the
change order.
4.6.7 Prepare project closeout documentation.
4.6.8 Mark-up an as-built plan of the project at the conclusion of construction.
4.6.9 Maintain all records for the project. Provide a copy of all records to the Leisure
Services Department.
4.7 — Administer Grant for the Project
4.7.1 Be familiar with all rules and regulations related to the grants used for this project.
4.7.2 Maintain contact with grant contacts and supply information required for federal LWCF
grant.
4.7.3 Request reimbursement of the improvements and engineering costs on the project
from grant awarding agency.
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4.7.4 Maintain all grant records.
4.7.5 Perform all grant activities required for grant.
4.7.6 Close out the grant as required by grant awarding agency.
4.8 — Perform Construction Inspection
4.8.1 All construction inspection will be performed for the project. This includes gradation
testing, concrete testing, roll testing of the sub-grade, casting beams or cylinders,
breaking beams or cylinders, maintaining a daily inspector diary, etc. if needed.
4.8.2 Supply all records to the City upon completion of the project.
4.9 — Perform Construction Survey
4.9.1 Perform construction staking of the project.
4.10 — Project Coordination
4.10.1 Coordination with City Staff: The consultant will participate in multiple coordination
meetings with the City of Dubuque to review preliminary plans and final plans. The
consultant should plan on a minimum of two (2) meetings for preliminary design and
two (2) meetings for final design.
4.11 — Schedule
4.11 .1 It is the intent of the City that the project (park reconstruction) shall be substantially
completed by December 31 , 2019. It is understood that community input may affect
the schedule on specific elements of the redevelopment plan. The Consultant shall
provide a recommended schedule for the project to meet the engagement and design
goal, and for the completion of the Project through award of contract, construction, and
project closeout.
5.0 USE OF CITY RESOURCES
5.1 — Use of City Resources for the RFP Preparation
All information requests shall be directed to the City's Project Manager as detailed in
Section 7.0 of this request for proposal. All Consultants should note that directly
contacting other City of Dubuque staff or any of the Selection Committee members
shall be considered inappropriate and grounds for disqualification.
5.2 — Materials Available for RFP
Most current aerial photographs of project area. A current aerial photograph of the
City of Dubuque is available in SID file format on DVD if requested by consultant.
5.3 — City Resources Available to the Selected Consultant
The City will make its ArcView GIS mapping and data analysis capabilities available
for this project as well as staff contact/resources persons in the Leisure Services,
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Planning and Engineering Departments. Digital aerial photos of the City of Dubuque
were taken in the spring of 2009.
6.0 INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN PROPOSAL
The Proposal should address all of the points outlined in this RFP excluding any cost
information which shall be included in a separate sealed envelope labeled "Project Cost
Estimate". The Proposal should be prepared simply and economically, providing a straight-
forward, concise description of the ConsultanYs capabilities to satisfy the requirements of the
RFP.
To simplify the review process and to obtain the maximum degree of comparability, the
proposal shall include the following information and shall be organized in the order and
manner specified below. While additional data may be presented, the following subjects must
be included. They represent the criteria against which the proposal will be evaluated.
Letter of Transmittal
Provide a letter of transmittal briefly outlining the ConsultanYs understanding of the work and
list the Project Manager's name, address, telephone number and e-mail address. The name
that is provided for the Project Manager will be used as the primary contact person during the
RFP evaluation process.
Profile of Firm
Provide general information about the Firm, along with its area of expertise and experience
as it relates to this RFP. Describe the experience and success of the Firm in performing
similar projects. State the size of the Firm, the size of the Firm's professional staff, and the
location(s) of the office(s) from where the work on this project will be pertormed.
Discuss the ConsultanYs ability to integrate this project into their present workload. Include a
statement to specify if the Consultant currently has the capacity to undertake the project or
whether it intends to hire additional staff or partner with subconsultants.
Scope of Services
Describe the means, methodology and/or strategy by which the Consultant would satisfy the
scope of services for the approved budget as listed in Section 4.0 as well as what process
and outcomes the consultant would suggest to make the project a reality.
Include a basic work plan for each strategy that delineates the ConsultanYs approach to the
completion of the project. The work plan, at a minimum, should include those components
outlined in Section 4 of this RFP. The Consultant should indicate in the work plan any
aspects that are proposed to be the responsibility of City staff.
Highlight any parts of the work plan that will reflect the ConsultanYs unique philosophy or
insight regarding its approach to this project and how this approach positively impacts the
successful completion of the project. This is the consultanYs opportunity to convey ideas and
concepts with respect to the vision and goals outlined in the Scope of Services.
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Prolect Team Qualifications
Provide the names of all members of the project team associated with this project.
Specifically identify the supervisory and management staff including principals, the project
manager, and technical experts who would be assigned to this project. For each project
team member, provide their qualifications and experience, including any special training and
relevant continuing and professional education.
Include a flow chart that shows the communication path between the City and Consultant.
Include all project team members on the flow chart and show the supervisory relationship
between all members of the team. Be sure to include all subconsultants staff on the project
team flow chart.
Provide the name and location of other sub consulting firms that would be used by the
Consultant during the project and the approximate percentage of the work that would be
performed by each of these firms. Provide the qualifications and experience of all
subconsultant staff working on the project.
In submitting the Proposal, the prospective Consultant is representing that each person listed
or referenced in the proposal shall be available to perform the services as described. The
Project Manager, principals, management, and other project team staff may be changed in
accordance with the requirements described in Appendix C "3. Substitution of Project Team
Members".
Describe the experience and success of the project team members proposed for the
Dubuque project, in performing similar projects.
Include at least 3 client references (including individual contact names and telephone
numbers) for similar projects that have been completed by the Firm in the last five (5) years.
List the names of individuals on the project team including sub-consultants proposed for the
Dubuque project who have worked on the referenced projects.
Understandinq of Final Contract Terms
The Proposer should provide a statement that indicates they have read and understand
Appendix C — "City of Dubuque Contract Terms and Conditions," and agree to include the
clauses that are listed in Appendix C in the final signed contract. Any exceptions to the
Contract Terms and Conditions by the Consultant must be clearly stated in their submitted
Proposal.
Certificate of Insurance
The Consultant should provide a statement indicating that they are able to meet the City's
insurance requirements for professional services. (See attached Insurance Schedule J —
Appendix D.) Submittal of insurance documents as part of this RFP is not required.
Litiqation
Provide litigation information, if applicable.
Proposed Proiect Schedule
Provide a detailed project schedule for the project. Outline the time durations and estimated
completion dates for each major component of the proposed scope of work. The schedule
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should list all deliverables that are required throughout the project. Products should be
delivered in electronic format compatible with the City computer software and hardware.
Fees and Compensation — TO BE IN A SEPARATE SEALED ENVELOPE
Provide a proposed fixed cost, plus reimbursable expenses budget for each strategy
proposed to complete the requested scope of services. Breakdown costs by major scope
element and include a list of hourly rates for personnel assigned to the project.
Quotation of fees and compensation shall remain firm for a period of at least 90 days from the
RFP submission deadline.
Remember to separate the proposed budget from the other portion of the RFP submittal.
Initial screening will be done without knowing the ConsultanYs proposed fee for services.
Contract — A proposed contract for services must be included in the submittal. (The
proposed contract is not included in the page count for proposed submission.)
7.0 PROPOSAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
If you have any questions concerning this proposal, or other technical questions, please
submit your requests to the City's designated Project Manager. The City has used
considerable efforts to ensure an accurate representation of information in this RFP. Each
Proposer is urged to conduct its own investigations into the material facts provided.
No answers given in response to questions submitted shall be binding upon this RFP unless
released in writing (letter or email) as an officially numbered and titled addendum to the RFP
by the City of Dubuque.
Any questions concerning this proposal must be received on or before 2:00 p.m. CST
on November 27, 2018. Any inquiries received after this date will not be answered. When
submitting a question to the Project Manager, please include the appropriate Consultant
contact information. All questions sent in an email must include Comiskey Park
Redevelopment in the subject line.
From the date of issuance of the RFP until final City action, the Proposer shall not discuss the
RFP with or contact any other City of Dubuque or any of the Selection Committee members
except as expressly authorized by the City Project Manager identified in this section (Section
8.0). Violation of this restriction will be considered a violation of the rules and be grounds for
disqualification of the ConsultanYs proposal.
Project Manager contact information is as follows:
Marie L. Ware
Leisure Services Manager
City of Dubuque
Leisure Services Department Phone: 563.589.4264
2200 Bunker Hill Road E-mail: mware@cityofdubuque.org
Dubuque, lA 52001-3010
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8.0 SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Before submitting a proposal, each Consultant shall make all investigations and examinations
necessary to ascertain site conditions and requirements affecting the full performance of the
contract and to verify any representations made by the City upon which the Proposer will rely.
PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL INFORMATION
§ Submittal Deadline: November 27, 2018 before 2:00 p.m. CST
§ Submittal Location, Marie L. Ware
Contact & Mailing Leisure Services Manager
Address: City of Dubuque Leisure Services
Attn: Comiskey Park Redevelopment Proposal
2200 Bunker Hill Road
Dubuque, lowa 52001-3010
§ Submittal Copies: Eight (8) sets of the proposal shall be provided.
Submit eight proposals and also an electronic .pdf version, all labeled Comiskey Park
Engagement, Design, Construction Management and Grant Administration Services.
Submitted proposals must be delivered in printed format with the exclusion of the one
required .pdf version. The .pdf version shall be submitted on a compact disk or USB along
with proposal hardcopies. No faxed or e-mail proposals will be accepted. The proposal must
be a document of not more than twenty (20) numbered 8-1/2 x 11-inch pages, with the
exception of the project schedule which may be presented in 11 x 17-inch format, and not
including the letter of transmittal, the front and back covers and the separately sealed cost
proposals. Proposals should not include any pre-printed or promotional materials. Any
proposals exceeding 20 numbered pages will not be considered. The proposals shall
be 100% recyclable. No binders, folders, bindings, etc. are to be used. The RFP must
be able to be placed in a recycling bin after selection.
The City of Dubuque reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to negotiate
changes with any consultant.
Each addendum must be acknowledged in the Letter of Transmittal by providing the
addendum number and title. Failure to acknowledge each addendum will be considered
grounds for possible disqualification. It is solely the ConsultanYs responsibility to ensure that
you have received all addendums to this RFP before submitting the proposal.
An original proposal document shall be signed in blue ink by an officer of the Firm who is
authorized to legally bind the Proposer to its provisions. Proposals are to contain a statement
indicating the period during which the proposal will remain valid. A period of not less than
ninety (90) calendar days from the proposal closing date is required. Failure to comply with
the above requirements shall be considered grounds for possible disqualification.
Each Consultant assumes full responsibility for delivery and deposit of the completed
proposal package on or before the deadline. Any proposals received after the submittal
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deadline will not be considered and will be returned unopened to the Proposer. The City of
Dubuque is not responsible for any loss or delay with respect to delivery of the proposals.
The City of Dubuque is not liable for any costs incurred by any Consultant prior to the
execution of an agreement or contract. Nor shall the City of Dubuque be liable for any costs
incurred by Firms that are not specified in any contract. All results from this project will
remain the property of the City of Dubuque.
The City of Dubuque appreciates your time and consideration of this RFP.
Sincerely,
Marie L. Ware
Leisure Services Manager
City of Dubuque
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THE CITY OF
Comiskey Park �UB E
Engagement, Design, Construction Masterpiece on the Mississippi
Management and Grant Administration Services
City of Dubuque, lowa
Consultant Professional Services
Request for Proposal
November 6, 2018
Appendix A
Consultant Evaluation and Selection Process
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INITIAL EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposals will be screened to ensure that they meet the minimum requirements of the
proposal format. A selection committee will review qualifying proposals and select Firms for
placement on the consultant short-list for the project. Initial screenings will be done without
knowing the consultanYs proposed fee for services to develop the short list. The following
criteria are among those that will be used to initially evaluate submitted proposals.
1 . A high level of professional competence and a proven track record in the preparation
of park redevelopment plans or similar:
a. Qualifications and experience of the Consultant and any subconsultants.
b. Demonstration of the professional expertise and technical abilities of the project
team members.
c. If a joint venture with subconsultants, the track records of the Firms experience
working together.
d. Experience of the Consultant working on municipal park projects especially in
lowa.
e. Experience with grant administration of grant funding sources listed in this RFP.
2. Quality and completeness of the written proposal. The proposal should clearly
demonstrate understanding of the City's overall objectives in the preparation of the
Comiskey Park — Engagement, Design, Construction Management and Grant
Administration Services.
3. Design approach/methodology in completing scope of services such as:
a. Grasp of project requirements and level of interest in the project.
b. Creativity and problem-solving ability.
c. Ability of Consultant to demonstrate initiative, motivation and knowledge of the
City of Dubuque.
4. Experience with developing and implementing community engagement process,
especially with marginalized populations.
5. Proposed schedule required to complete project.
CONSULTANT SHORT-LIST EVALUATION CRITERIA
A selection committee will interview the short-listed Firms, if needed. If held, the interview is
a very important part of the selection process. Both the original submitted proposal and the
results of the Consultant interview, if needed, will be used to select the final Consultant for
the project. The following criteria are among those that will be used to evaluate the
Consultants on the short-list.
1 . A high level of professional competence and a proven track record in the preparation
of park or similar plans:
a. Qualifications and experience of the Consultant and any sub-consultants.
b. Demonstration of the professional expertise and technical abilities of the project
team members.
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c. If a joint venture with subconsultants, the track records of the Firms experience
working together.
d. Experience of the Consultant working on municipal projects in lowa.
e. Experience of the project team working with the public and other project
stakeholders in preparing plans for park facilities.
f. Experience with LWCF grant administration and the lowa Department of Natural
Resources (IDNR).
g. Overall success of past projects completed for the City of Dubuque.
h. Proven track record in a park redevelopment through construction.
i. Experience of project team in working with the public and other stakeholders in
preparing plans for park facilities.
2. Quality and completeness of the written proposal. The proposal should clearly
demonstrate understanding of the City's overall objectives in the completion of the
Comiskey Park — Engagement, Design, Construction Management and Grant
Administration Services for the City of Dubuque.
3. Design approach/methodology in completing scope of services such as:
a. Grasp of project requirements and level of interest in the project.
b. Creativity and problem-solving ability.
c. Ability of Consultant team to demonstrate initiative, motivation and knowledge
of the City of Dubuque.
4. Experience with developing and implementing community engagement process.
5. Responsiveness and compatibility between the Consultant and City:
a. General attitude and ability to communicate.
b. Ability of the Consultant to maintain a high level of direct interaction and
communication with City staff.
c. Ability to listen, be flexible, and follow and/or implement direction and/or ideas
or concepts.
d. How the Consultant team interacts with the general public, City staff, and public
officials.
6. Proposed schedule required to complete project.
7. Cost of the Comiskey Park — Engagement, Design, Construction Mangement and
Grant Administration Services for the City of Dubuque in relationship to the services
offered.
8. Results of interview process
9. Information from References
SELECTED CONSULTANT - FEE NEGOTIATION PROCESS
Upon the completion of the evaluation of the proposals, the RFP Selection Committee will
recommend to the City Manager or City Council, the awarding of a contract to the highest
ranked Consultant. The Selection Committee will also request authority to negotiate with the
recommended Consultant a final scope of work and fee structure for the project.
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After authority is granted to negotiate an agreement and execute a contract with a
Consultant, the Consultant shall prepare an industry standard Work Breakdown Structure
(WBS) to reflect the Firm's approach to the completion of the project. The WBS, at a
minimum, should include work tasks for each of the components outlined in the RFP, a
separate line item for each deliverable, and list project management as a separate task. No
individual task on the WBS shall have a total value exceeding $10,000. The Consultant shall
indicate in the WBS the work tasks that will be completed by City staff.
The format of the WBS shall summarize the fixed fee for each task listed, plus individually list
in separate section any associated reimbursable expenses that would specifically relate to
this project. A sample format of a WBS can be obtained from the City if desired.
Once the selected Consultant has prepared the WBS, the City and the Consultant will meet
and the final scope of work for the project will be negotiated by joint revision to the WBS in
order to best meet the goals of the project while considering available funding. During the
negotiation process, tasks to be completed by City staff, work reassignment to different
project team members, and the addition or elimination of tasks may be modified on the WBS
in order to achieve the best overall results for project.
The selected Consultant shall be responsible for updating the WBS to reflect any changes
that were agreed to during negotiations. After the final scope of services has been
determined, a design fee has been negotiated, and the WBS has been finalized, the
Consultant shall incorporate the WBS into the contract documents being prepared for
signature.
If a contract satisfactory and advantageous to the City can be negotiated at a price
considered fair and reasonable, the award shall be made to that offerer. Otherwise,
negotiations with the offerer ranked first shall be formally terminated and negotiations
commenced with the Consultant ranked second, and so on until a contract can be negotiated
that is acceptable to the City.
Upon the successful completion of contract negotiations, the selection committee shall
recommend that the City Manager execute a contract with the successful Consultant. The
City Manager will in turn make a decision to execute the contract or request the Dubuque City
Council make a final determination to award and execute the contract with a Consultant.
Pavment for Work: The Consultant awarded the contract shall be paid once monthly. The
invoiced amount shall be based on the Earned Value of the percent work completed as
reported on the most recently updated and submitted WBS.
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THE CITY OF
DuB E
Comiskey Park Masterpiece on the Mississippi
Engagement, Design, Construction
Management and Grant Administration Services
City of Dubuque, lowa
Consultant Professional Services
Request for Proposal
November 6, 2018
Appendix B
RFP Rules and Protest Procedure
MINOR IRREGULARITIES
The City reserves the right to waive minor irregularities in submitted proposals,
providing such action is in the best interest of the City. Minor irregularities are defined
as those that have no adverse effect on the City's best interests and will not affect the
outcome of the selection process by giving the prospective Consultants an advantage or
benefit not enjoyed by other prospective Consultants.
EXCEPTIONS
Proposer exceptions to any part of the requirements stated in this request must be
clearly identified as exceptions and noted in the letter of transmittal and in the submitted
project cost estimate.
RANKING OF THE PROPOSALS
No debriefings or scoring information shall be released before the City Manager or City
Council has recommended that a contract be negotiated with the recommended Firm.
However, after authorization has been granted to negotiate a contract, all contents of
the submitted proposals shall become public information.
DEFINITIONS
The City has established for the purposes of this RFP that the words "shall", "musY', or
"will" are equivalent in this RFP and indicate a mandatory requirement or condition, the
material deviation from which shall not be waived by the City. A deviation is material if,
in the City's sole discretion, the deficient response is not in substantial accord with this
RFP's mandatory conditions requirements.
The words "should" or "may" are equivalent in this RFP and indicate very desirable
conditions, or requirements but are permissive in nature. Deviation from, or omission
of, such a desirable condition or requirement will not in and of itself cause automatic
rejection of a proposal but may result in being considered as not in the best interest of
the City.
DISPUTES/EXCEPTIONS
Any prospective Proposer who disputes the reasonableness or appropriateness of any
item within this RFP document, any addendum to this RFP document, notice of award
or notice of rejection shall set forth the specific reason and facts concerning the dispute,
in writing, within five (5) business days of the receipt of the proposal document or
notification from the City. The written dispute shall be sent via certified mail or delivered
in person to the point of contact set forth in Section 7.0, who shall review the written
dispute and work with the City Manager to render a decision which shall be considered
final.
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THE CITY OF
DuB E
Comiskey Park
Engagement, Design, Construction Masterpzec� on the Mississ�ppi
Management and Grant Administration Services
City of Dubuque, lowa
Consultant Professional Services
Request for Proposal
November 6, 2018
Appendix C
City of Dubuque Contract Terms and Conditions
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The following clauses shall be included in the final signed contract:
1. CONSULTANT'S ENDORSEMENT ON PLANS.
The Consultant shall endorse the completed computations prepared under this
Agreement and shall affix thereto the seal of a licensed professional engineer, or
licensed professional architect, licensed to practice in the State of lowa, in accordance
with the current Code of lowa.
2. CHANGE IN SCOPE OF SERVICES.
No change in scope shall be permitted during this project without the prior written
agreement of both parties and the WBS being updated.
3. SUBSTITUTION OF PROJECT TEAM MEMBERS.
The Project Manager, partners, management, other supervisory staff and technical
specialists proposed for the project may be changed if those personnel leave the
Consultant. These personnel may also be changed for other reasons however, in
either case, the City retains the right to approve or reject the replacements and no
replacements shall begin working on the project without the express, prior written
permission of the City of Dubuque.
4. INSURANCE.
Consultant shall at all times during the pertormance of this Agreement provide
insurance as required by the attached Insurance Schedule.
5. INDEMNIFICATION.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall indemnify and hold harmless
the City from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses, including but not
limited to attorneys' fees, arising out of or resulting from pertormance of the Contract,
provided that such claim, damages, loss or expense is attributable to bodily injury,
sickness, disease or death, or injury to or destruction of property (other than the Project
itsel� including loss of use resulting therefrom, but only to the extent caused in whole or
in part by negligent acts or omissions of the Consultant, Consultant's subcontractor,
or anyone directly or indirectly employed by Consultant or Consultant subcontractor
or anyone for whose acts Consultant or Consultant's subcontractor may be liable,
regardless of whether or not such claim, damage, loss or expense is caused in part by a
party indemnified hereunder.
6. ERRORS & OMISSIONS.
In the event that the work product prepared by the Consultant is found to be in error
and revision or reworking the work product is necessary, the Consultant agrees that it
shall do such revisions without expense to the City, even though final payment may
have been received. The Consultant must give immediate attention to these changes
so there will be a minimum of delay during construction. The above and foregoing is not
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to be constructed as a limitation of the City's right to seek recovery of damages for
negligence on the part of the Consultant herein.
7. OWNERSHIP OF ENGINEERING DOCUMENTS.
All sketches, tracings, plans, specifications, reports on special studies and other data
prepared under this Agreement shall become the property of the City and shall be
delivered to the Project Manager upon completion of the plans or termination of the
services of the Consultant. There shall be no restriction or limitations on their future
use by the City, except any use on extensions of the project or on any other project
without written verification or adaptation by the Consultant for the specific purpose
intended will be the City's sole risk and without liability or legal exposure to the
Consultant.
The City acknowledges the Consultant's plans and specifications, including all
documents on electronic media, as instruments of professional service. Nevertheless,
the plans and specifications prepared under this Agreement shall become the property
of the City upon completion of the services and payment in full of all moneys due to the
Consultant.
The City and the Consultant agree that any electronic files prepared by either party
shall conform to the specifications listed in Attachment of the contract. Any change
to these specifications by either the City or the Consultant is subject to review and
acceptance by the other party. Additional efforts by the Consultant made necessary by
a change to the CADD software specifications shall be compensated for as Additional
Services.
The City is aware that significant differences may exist between the electronic files
delivered and the respective construction documents due to addenda, change orders or
other revisions. In the event of a conflict between the signed construction documents
prepared by the Consultant and electronic files, the signed construction documents
shall govern.
The City may reuse or make modifications to the plans and specifications, or electronic
files while agreeing to take responsibility for any claims arising from any modification or
unauthorized reuse of the plans and specifications.
8. SUBLETTING, ASSIGNMENT OR TRANSFER.
Subletting, assignment, or transfer of all or part of the interest of the Consultant in this
Agreement is prohibited unless written consent is obtained from the Engineer and
approved by the City.
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THE CITY OF
DuB E
Comiskey Park
Engagement, Design, Construction Masterpzec� on the Mississ�ppi
Management and Grant Administration Services
City of Dubuque, lowa
Consultant Professional Services
Request for Proposal
November 6, 2018
Appendix D
Insurance Requirements
Insurance Schedule J
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1) Will the consultant be required to submit/process the Washington Street right-of-
way vacation?
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a part of this project. The photo below shows the street has been removed as it
used to be located parallel the fence line/tree line.
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2) Will it be the consultanYs responsibility to undertake any platting/rezoning/actions
to consolidate the existing park, City-owned property to the east and vacated
right-of-way as part of this project scope?
There would be no platting or rezoning necessary as a part of this project. All
areas of the project are city owned and controlled.
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3) Has it been formally determined that the project is categorically excluded from
the environmental review process?
No.
4) Will the consultant be responsible for completing the Section 106 review process
on behalf of the IDNR?
Yes.
5) Have any specific park programming determinations been made by the City,
aside from the community desires that will be determined through the input
process? (i.e. the summer basketball league that is currently being funded with
CDBG.)
The only specifics were listed in the grant application.
6) Could you share some examples of the perception of fear within the
neighborhood and/or related to the park which the consultant may need to
address through the public engagement process? Is it a perception of crime or
something else?
Because it is perception this is difficult to answer. Many people do not believe
the perception. For an example, when the Leisure Services Department offers
recreational programming at the site people have shared they would register but
they are afraid to go to "that neighborhood".
7) Has the City identified specific marginalized populations within the service
area? And can they share any information about how these groups may be best
approached for input and engagement during this park redevelopment process?
We have not identified the specific marginalized population although we know
many live in this neighborhood and understand the demographics of the
neighborhood. It is up to the consultant to determine through this process their
best proposed approach(es).
8) Will you directly email addendums to those who have submitted questions to help
address acknowledgement of receipt in coordinating delivery around the holiday?
Yes.
9) With respect to budget the RFP notes 1 .2 million, while the grant documents
reflect this total, it includes cost for property acquisition and demo. Does the
remaining project budget hold at the 1 .2 or should some costs to date be
removed? We also feel the budget for lighting may be less than desired and
wonder if the investment in a rubber surface was figured in the original budget.
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There have been no costs to date for the project. The grant was turned in with its
budget at the time. The property acquisition and demo were a part of the Bee
Branch project budget. There is current $1 ,201 ,277 available between the grant
and the city's capital improvement budget.
The capital improvement budget has six different projects outlined. The
consultant should think of this money not related specifically to the six projects
but to the entire park redevelopment. To answer the specific question, the
rubberized surface was included in the budget (and would be in this project) for
the capital improvement related to playground.
10) On the schedule side the grant documents show a two year time line while the
RFP request the entire project be complete in one year. To meet the objective of
stakeholder involvement and design an iconic park, we feel the schedule in the
grant application is more appropriate, however, if completion time is a higher
priority, adjustments may be made.
The consultant would need to outline their proposed timeframe based upon each
of the requirements. The City would like to see progress toward at least part of
the construction related to an approved plan in 2019.
11) The schedule seems aggressive given all of the public engagement— substantial
completion of design/bid docs 12/31/2019? Can you elaborate on those
expectations?
See answerabove.
12) Are you looking for a completed contract or just a contract template?
We are looking for your contract template that would be adapted for this project.
13) The survey information provided by the City has been limited in the past. Would
you like a site survey as a line item in our proposal?
The city will provide what it has for the site. If the consultant believes based on
possible development of the site a survey is needed, it should be included.
14) Who/what is the City Design Review team?
The City's Design Review team and process are detailed at
http://www.cityofdubuque.orq/354/Development-Services. Scroll down to
Development Review Process.
15) Who presents to Park & Rec Commission and City Council? Who should plan to
attend and how many times would we expect to attend?
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The principal of the project would present to the Commission and City Council.
Typically, a project would present the master plan developed for
recommendation for approval by the commission and approval by the City
Council. The project once designed would then require council approval of bids
and specifications and award. It is anticipated that the consultant would attend
the award meeting.
16) Do you want permitting fees in the proposal?
Yes.
17) What is the expectation for reimbursement request frequency for the grant?
A reimbursement request to allow receipt of funds prior to fiscal year end (June
30) would be needed and likely two other requests.
18) Is the park shelter excluded?
The enclosed building on the site (known as the Comiskey Building) would not be
a part of the project.
19) Can you send us the link/sign-in for the City's FTP site, the link isn't working for
us in the RFP.
https://citvofdubuque.sharefile.com/d-sca9e5425654471 eb
20) For Scope 4.8: This is usually performed by the contractor, please advise if the
City is looking for us to include a construction management company.
You should include a contractor to pertorm this service if your company does not
offer the services outlined in 4.8.
21) For Scope 4.9.1 : Perform Construction Staking � Are you requesting a
design/build firm or a Construction Manager/General Contractor to be included
part of the team? Or is this only referencing we need to have a survey completed
as part of our scope before beginning the construction documents? Or should the
A/E firm provide the survey for the As-built drawings?
You should include a contractor to pertorm this service if your company does not
offer these services outlined in 4.9.1 .
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