I. PURPOSE
The City of Marble Falls ("City") is requesting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified
firms that wish to prepare a feasibility study ("Assessment") and preliminary market analysis of
development opportunities on City-owned property within Marble Falls' downtown district. The
assessment will consist of a formal report to the City Council that provides various development
proposals and a prospective financial performance analysis.
The City is issuing this RFQ per applicable laws that allow an agreement with a private entity that
displays demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the assessment for the City.
The City intends to have the selected firm perform the services listed in the scope of services
below.
The City reserves the right to terminate this process or to cancel or modify this solicitation
process at any time. In no event will the City or any of its respective agents, representatives,
consultants, directors, officers, or employees be liable for, or otherwise obligated to reimburse,
the costs incurred in the preparation of the SOQ or any other related costs. The prospective
firms shall be fully responsible for all expenses incurred in preparing and presenting the SOQ
submittals. The SOQ submittals will become the property of the City.
All proposals shall be subject to the Texas Public Information Act unless the respondent clearly
and prominently identifies a particular item as proprietary, and said item unequivocally qualifies
for this exception under the Act as determined by the Attorney General.
II. BACKGROUND
The City of Marble Falls is a growing community in Burnet County, Texas. With a population of
approximately 7,500 residents, the City of Marble Falls recognizes the need for a new city hall to
accommodate its growing municipal services. The City of Marble Falls owns two buildings and
multiple acres of land within its downtown district. The existing municipal buildings, however, are
inadequate and inefficient for the City's needs.
The City is seeking to hire a consultant to conduct a feasibility study for
the development of land,
the redevelopment of prime downtown real estate, and
the potential of engaging with a private partner to assist with financing a new city hall or
any other projects related to the downtown district.
III. SCOPE OF SERVICES
The following is a preliminary scope of services that may be modified and phased during
contract negotiations with the selected consultant.
Evaluate, plan, and recommend methods and means for the future city hall.
Review current Strategic Plans for the City of Marble Falls.
Identify potential private partners who may be interested in partnering with a municipality
to construct new commercial buildings or public infrastructure.
Assess the economic impact of the project(s) to the City.
Develop a comprehensive project plan, including timelines, budgets, and implementation
strategies.
Attend and prepare presentation materials for public meetings upon request Interested respondents must submit one (1) original (marked "ORIGINAL"), five (5) copies, and a
flash drive containing the Statement of Qualifications. Submittals should be clearly marked on
the outside. Submittals received after the deadline will not be considered. Electronic
transmittals will not be accepted. Questions related to this RFQ should be submitted in writing
to Lacey Dingman at ldingman@marblefallstx.gov.
Upon submission, SOQ packages become the property of the City of Marble Falls.
After the SOQ's are received and evaluated, the City may require one or more of the teams to
provide an oral presentation to supplement their statements. Any team invited to interview
should be prepared to discuss and substantiate any area of their proposal. The City of Marble
Falls is not obligated to grant interviews to any team receiving a copy of this RFQ or submitting a
written statement in response to the RFQ.
The firm determined to be the most compatible with the goals of the City will be recommended
for consideration and selection by the City Council to negotiate and enter a contract for a
feasibility study.
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