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The City of Asheville, NC (the City) is requesting proposals, per North Carolina General Statutes 143-129.8 Purchase of Information Technology Goods and Services, from qualified firms to assist the City with a Parking Operations Study. The purpose of the study is to conduct an operational assessment of the Parking Division of the Citys Transportation Department and to identify areas for potential improvements. The study should provide examples of other comparable cities to provide insight into issues and opportunities regarding governance structure, rates, and operations. Questions Deadline Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023, 5 PM EST Final Addendum (if needed) Friday, Nov. 17, 2023 All questions concerning this Request for Proposal (RFP) should be submitted via email to: Hayley Burton, Project Manager hburton@ashevillenc.gov Asheville Business Inclusion Policy: The City of Asheville has adopted the Asheville Business Inclusion Policy to encourage women and minority businesses participation in the public bidding process. The purpose of this outreach effort is to increase the likelihood of availability and utilization of MWBEs in the award of contracts. Proposers are hereby notified that this RFP is subject to that Policy's provisions. Questions regarding the Asheville Business Inclusion Policy may be directed to Office of Economic Development, City of Asheville, Post Office Box 7148, Asheville, NC 28802-7148 or by phone at (828) 259-8050 or by email abi@ashevillenc.gov. Proposers are invited to show proof of MWBE status, to include NC Office of Historically Underutilized Businesses or other MWBE certifications. If not already certified with the ABI Office at the City of Asheville, proposers are further invited to become certified with the City of Asheville as an MWBE vendor. ABI Certifications It is the Policy of the City to (1) provide minorities and women an equal opportunity to participate in all aspects of its contracting and procurement programs and (2) to prohibit any and all discrimination against persons or businesses in pursuit of these opportunities. Drug Free Workplace: The City of Asheville is a drug-free workplace employer. By submitting this bid, the prospective contractor certifies that if awarded the contract, they and their subcontractors shall comply with the following: The City requires contractors/vendors entering into a contract with the City to provide a drug-free workplace in the performance of said contract. The contractor, upon execution of the contract, certifies that it will provide a drug-free workplace during the performance of the work on this contract. The contractor agrees to do the following: Notify employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the workplace and specify the actions that will be taken for violations of such prohibitions. Responsive actions should be appropriate and sufficient to address and remediate any violations of this requirement. Miscellaneous Requirements of the Proposal: Prospective Contractors are notified of a City policy that prohibits contracting with persons or firms who are delinquent in the payment of ad valorem taxes owed to the City of Asheville. All proposals must be submitted on the FORM provided. The City of Asheville reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive informalities. No oral statements by any person shall modify or otherwise affect this RFP. Proposers shall acknowledge receipt of any addendum by returning a signed copy with their proposal. All addendum will be posted . It is the responsibility of the proposer to check this website periodically for any changes to this proposal. The initial term of the contract will be for a three-year time period with two one-year optional extensions as agreed upon by the City and successful vendor. (recommended for standard RFPs. IT Projects may warrant longer terms, please discuss with Purchasing and IT Services) The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.