Title
Request to Enter into an Agreement for Consulting Services to Develop the Housing Department’s Five-Year Strategic Plan (Ordinance S-48988)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into an agreement with CVR Associates, Inc. to develop the Housing Department’s Five-Year Strategic Plan in accordance with the specifications and provisions contained in the agreement and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) programs. Further request to authorize the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item over the life of the contract in an amount not to exceed $45,000.
Report
Summary
The Housing Department will utilize this Strategic Plan to successfully analyze and assess market conditions and the environment, optimize strategies, and guide efforts to align with current and future opportunities, including HUD programs for affordable housing, public housing, Section 8 vouchers and homeownership programs including special populations inclusive of those experiencing homelessness, homeless/disabled Veterans, human trafficking survivors and their families.
The Housing Department's previous Five-Year Strategic Plan was developed in late 2015, and has since expired. To better serve residents in the City of Phoenix, the Housing Department is requesting this contract.
Procurement Information
RFQ FY22-086-1 for Consulting Services to Develop the Housing Department’s Five-Year Strategic Plan was conducted in accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10. The solicitation was sent to six qualified potential vendors to provide these services. Four quotes were received by the Housing Department by July 28, 2022.
- CVR Associates, Inc.: $41,915
- Rounds Consulting: $48,425
- CSG Advisors, Inc.: $62,895
- Bronner Group, LLC: $64,325
In accordance with A.R. 3.10 and the requirement to select the lowest quote that is responsive and responsible, staff recommends that the quote from CVR Associates, Inc. be awarded the contract.
Contract Term
The contract term will begin Oct. 1, 2022, until completion of the deliverables in the contract.
Financial Impact
The aggregate contract value will not exceed $45,000 (including applicable taxes).
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Gina Montes and the Housing Department.