Explanation
This legislation authorizes the Director of Building and Zoning Services to modify and extend the professional services contract with RAMA Consulting Group, Inc. for the Zoning Code Update Communications and Engagement Assistance for the extension of the contract term end date of May 8, 2025 to May 8, 2026. The initial contract in May 2022 was for a 24-month period and was authorized by Ordinance 1044-2022. Because the project was expected to extend beyond two years, the contract included two optional twelve-month extensions, subject to Council reauthorization and additional funding allocation. The first extension was authorized by Ordinance Number 1303-2024. This ordinance authorizes the second extension, with no additional funding.
This effort is necessary to act on the findings of an independent analysis which determined that the City’s Zoning Code does not support our community’s shared aspiration to be an equitable, thriving city. An updated Zoning Code is an important tool in proactively managing growth. Collaborative action will be critical in this effort and RAMA will be assisting the City in the Communications and Engagement aspects of the effort, including measures to reach underrepresented constituencies.
The Department of Finance, Purchasing Office solicited Requests for Proposals on behalf of the Department of Building and Zoning Services for the Zoning Code Update Communications and Engagement Contract. The project was formally advertised on the Bonfire portal from January 19, 2022 to February 16, 2022. The evaluation committee, including representatives from the Building and Zoning Services and Development departments, assessed the proposal and determined that it was highly responsive. A representative of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion served as an advisor to the process. The Building and Zoning Services Director subsequently authorized contract negotiations between the City and RAMA, which were successful.
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