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Home My WebLink About*Other - BOCCGRANT COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AGENDA MEETING REQUEST FORM (Must be submitted to the Clerk of the Board by 12:00pm on Thursday) REQUESTING DEPARTMENT: BOCC REQUEST SUBMITTED BY: CEMANELL CONTACT PERSON ATTENDING ROUNDTABLE: CEMANELL CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION: ❑YES ® NO DATE: 04/03/2025 PHONE: 293 1 ❑Agreement / Contract ❑AP Vouchers ❑Appointment / Reappointment ❑ARPA Related © Bids / RFPs / Quotes Award ❑ Bid Opening Scheduled ❑ Boards / Committees ❑ Budget El Computer Related ❑County Code ❑Emergency Purchase ❑Employee Rel. ❑ Facilities Related ❑ Financial ❑ Funds ❑ Hearing ❑ Invoices / Purchase Orders ❑ Grants — Fed/State/County ❑ Leases ❑ MOA / MOU ❑ Minutes ❑ Ordinances ❑ Out of State Travel ❑ Petty Cash ❑ Policies ❑ Proclamations ❑ Request for Purchase ❑ Resolution © Recommendation ❑ Professional Serv/Consultant ❑ Support Letter ❑ Surplus Req. ❑Tax Levies ❑Thank You's ❑Tax Title Property ❑WSLCB jG DING, Recommendation of award for the Grant County Strategic Planning Consultant Proposal for the Homeless Housing Five -Year Strategic Plan. If necessary, was this document reviewed by accounting? ❑ YES ❑ NO R N/A If necessary, was this document reviewed by legal? ❑ YES ❑ NO 0 N/A DATE OF ACTION. 4 DEFERRED OR CONTINUED TO: APPROVE: DENIED ABSTAIN D 1: D2: D3: WITHDRAWN: 4/2 3/24 GRANT COUNTY i OFFICE OF THE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Memo To: Board of County Commissioners From: Caitlin E. Manell, Deputy Clerk 1 Cc: Date: April 3, 2025 Re: Grant County Strategic Planning Consultant RFP Award Commissioners, On February 10, 2025, a Request for Proposals was posted for a Strategic Planning Consultant to assist with creating the Homeless Housing Five -Year Strategic Plan and updating the housing portion of the existing Comprehensive Plan. Both plans are required by the State of Washington and are due by December 2025. Final proposals were due March 12, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Grant County received seven (7) total proposals, five (5) of which were viable. A scoring team compiled of Homeless Housing Task Force members, Service Providers, a Grant County Commissioner and Grant County Staff reviewed each proposal and selected Ardurra and LDC, Inc. as the top two — budgets were requested from these two proposers. Upon receipt of the budget, the scoring team selected LDC, Inc. to recommend for the awarding of the Strategic Planning Consultant. After approval from the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), a contract will be drafted and submitted for BOCC signature. Thank you for your consideration on this matter. Caitlin E . Manell Deputy Clerk 1 Enclosed: Strategic Consultant RFP, Ardurra Proposal & Budget, LDC, Inc. Proposal & Budget Kevin R. Burgess Rob Jones Cindy Carter District 1 District 2 District 3 "To meet current and future needs, serving together with public and private entities, while fostering a respectful and successful work environment" Grant County, Washington ►St'r. i lUJ REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL STRATEGIC PLANNING CONSULTANT ISSUED: Monday, February loth, 2025 FINAL PROPOSALS DUE: Wednesday, March 12th, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Contents 1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 INTRODUCTION 1.2 SCOPE OF THE PROJECT 1.2.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 2.0 PROCUREMENT PROCESS 2.1 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY FOR GRANT COUNTY 2.2 DISADVANTAGED, MINORITY, AND WOMEN'S BUSINESS ENTERPRISES PARTICIPATION 2.3 * EXAMINATION OF RFP 2.4 COMMUNICATIONS 2.5 GRANT CO U NTY'S RIGHTS 3.0 PROPOSAL DELIVERY, CONTENT, AND FORMAT 3.1 SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS 3.1.1 DUE DATE, TIME, AND LOCATION 3.1.2 ORGANIZATION 3.1.3 FORMAT 3.1.4 CONTENT 4.0 EVALUATION PROCESS 4.1 STATEMENT OF PROPOSALS EVALUATION 4.2 EVALUATION FACTORS 4.3 EVALUATION CRITERIA 4.3.1 KEY PERSONNEL 4.3.2 PROJECT EXPERIENCE 4.3.3 PROJECT GOALS 4.3.4 COLLECTIVE TEAM AS A WHOLE 5.0 PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATION April 2024 Grant County Commissioners 1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 INTRODUCTION Grant County is seeking a strategic planning consultant to assist with creating its Homeless Housing Five-year Strategic Plan and updating the housing portion of the existing Comprehensive Plan. Both plans are required by the State of Washington. The Homeless Housing Five-year Strategic Plan will outline the priorities set by the Grant County Homeless Housing Task Force for the next five years. The priorities will come from the Task Force members, Grant County Board of Commissioners, and community strategic planning meetings. The Grant County Board of Commissioners and the Grant County Homeless Housing Task Force will update the Comprehensive Plan. The timeline for this Project is March 2025. It is preferred that it be completed no later than December 2025, with a draft completed no later than October 2025. Consultants must demonstrate professional capability to perform the tasks assigned. They must, at a minimum, have the professional and business licenses required by the State of Washington and demonstrate expertise in the disciplines necessary to accomplish the services. 1.2 SCOPE OF THE PROJECT 1.2.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Consultant contracted to work with Grant County on strategic consultation for the plans will need to assist the Homeless Housing Task Force and Grant County in compiling data, structuring the language of the Homeless Housing Plan, attending the Task Force and any other necessary meetings, and creating the draft and finalized versions of the proposals. The Grant County Board of Commissioners will have sole decision -making authority over the finalized plans and their approval. Compiling Data and Language in Plans: Hired Consultant will assist in sorting through data and drafting language by: o Organizing data acquired at the Task Force meetings, o Reviewing existing plan, o Working with Task Force members and County Commissioners to learn of updates that can be made to the existing plan, o Assisting in looking through housing/homeless data to make informed metrics in the Strategic Plan, o Collaborate with Grant County to draft the language for both plans. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL February 2025 Grant County Commissioners ➢ Attending Meetings: Hired Consultant will need to attend required meetings such as: o These include, but may not be limited to, Grant County Homeless Housing Task Force meetings and special meetings for strategic planning. Special meetings will have ample advance notice. o Meetings with the Grant County Board of Commissioners scheduled as needed 2.0 PROCUREMENT PROCESS 2.1 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY FOR GRANT COUNTY Grant County is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants based on merit without regard to age, sex, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of a trained guide dog or service animal, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal laws. 2.2 DISADVANTAGED, MINORITY, AND WOMEN'S :BUSINESS ENTERPRISES PARTICIPATION Grant County encourages participation in all its contracts by Disadvantaged, Minority, and Women's Business Enterprises (MWBE), certified by the Office of Minority and Women's Business Enterprises (OMWBE) and defined in WAC 326-02-03 0. Nevertheless, unless federal law requires, no preference will be given for meeting voluntary goals for MWBE participation in the evaluation of Proposals; Proposals will not be rejected or considered non -responsive due to a failure to meet voluntary goals. Bidders may contact OMWBE to obtain information on certified MBE/WBE firms. 2.3 EXAMINATION OF RFP Each Proposer shall be solely responsible for reviewing and examining the RFP, with appropriate care, including any supplements, addenda, and clarification notices issued by Grant County, and investigating and informing itself of all Proj ect conditions and circumstances that may in any way affect the contents of the Proposal. The Proposer bears the risk of all consequences of any failure to thoroughly investigate all relevant Project and Project site conditions and circumstances as described herein. 2.4 COMMUNICATIONS Grant County's representative for receiving questions and all other communications about the Project and the RFP is as follows: Caitlin E. Manell Deputy Clerk of the Board C/O Grant County Commissioner's Office 35 C St. NW P.O. Box 37 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL February 2025 Grant County Commissioners Ephrata, WA 98823 Phone: (509) 754-2011 ext. 2931 Email: cemanell@grantcountywa.gov The question -and -answer period for this RFP will be February 1 Oth to February 21 st, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Any technical questions received after that time will not be answered. Questions regarding submittal may be accepted. All questions must be submitted via email. A Q&A Log will be generated and emailed to the firms. A final Q&A (if any) will be sent at the end of the questioning period on February 21st. All interested in this Project are responsible for ensuring they receive this log. 2.5 GRANT COUNTY'S RIGHTS Grant County reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to: • Appoint evaluation committees to review Proposals; • Investigate the qualifications of any Proposer; . • Seek or obtain data from any source related to the Proposals; • Require confirmation of information furnished by a Proposer; • Hold meetings and conduct discussions and correspondence with the Proposers to seek an improved understanding and evaluation of the responses to this RFP; • Require additional information from a Proposer concerning its Proposal; • Seek and receive clarifications to a Proposal; • Require additional evidence of qualifications to perform the Work; • Modify the RFP process; • Waive minor deficiencies and irregularities in a Proposal; • Rej ect any or all of the Proposals; • Cancel, modify, or withdraw the RFP; • Issue a new RFP; • Conduct negotiations with the Apparent Best Proposer before the award of the Contract and • Cancel a Contract signed by the Apparent Best Proposer but not yet executed by Grant County. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL February 2025 3 Grant County Commissioners The RFP does not commit Grant County to enter into a Contract or proceed with the procurement described herein. No unsuccessful Proposer shall be entitled to reimbursement of its costs in connection with the RFP. The Proposer bears all costs to prepare their response. 3.0 PROPOSAL DELIVERY, CONTENT, AND FORMAT 3.1 SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS 3.1.1 DUE DATE, TIME, AND LOCATION Proposals must be submitted via email to the following location before 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time, on March 12th, 2025. Respondents will send one (1) digital copy of their Statement of Proposals to: Caitlin E. Manell, cemanellg grantcogqa.gov Any Proposal that fails to meet the deadline or delivery requirement will be rejected without consideration or evaluation. For this RFP, the official time will be stamped by the County email server. If a Firm's Proposal is too large to send via email, contact the RFP official for instructions on uploading it. The county reserves the right to amend this time due to network or technical issues outside of our organization's control. 3. L2 ORGANIZATION The Proposer shall organize the RFP using the following section headings, order of documents, and maximum number of pages: Table 3.1 Section Section Title and Re wired Informatio 1Vlaximum 1 Introduction Letter 2 2 Key Personnel & Project Experience 5 3 Pro' ect Goals & Anal sis 6 4 Collective Team as a Whole 4 A endix A Submittal Information Form Appendix B Resumes of Key Personnel 2 Failure to comply with these requirements may result in the rejection of the RFP. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL February 2025 4 Grant County Commissioners 3.1.3 FORMAT All information in the Proposal shall be submitted on the equivalent of 8.5 -inch by 11- inch paper, except charts, exhibits, and other illustrative and graphical information, which may be submitted on 11-inch by 17-inch paper. Each 11-inch by 17-inch page will count as one page in the narrative Proposal unless otherwise noted in this RFP. 3.1.4 CONTENT This section outlines the general requirements of each section of the RFP. For specific requirements and how each section will be scored, refer to Section 4.0. The RFP shall meet the following requirements or will be deemed non -responsive and will not be eligible for consideration of this Work: • Title of the RFP on the cover of the submittal; • Completed Submittal Information Form (under Appendix A); • Responsiveness to all evaluation criteria; • Meeting page limitations and font size requirements and • Meeting the submittal deadline. 4.0 EVALUATION PROCESS 4.1 STATEMENT OF PROPOSALS EVALUATION This section outlines the specific requirements of each section of the Proposal and how each section will be scored. If the information provided for an evaluation factor is incomplete, the Proposer may be eliminated from further consideration. Scoring will be based on how well the Proposal responds to the requirements described in Section 3, the Project goals, and information collected from references. Past performance track records will be weighted in the scoring. Grant County reserves the right to contact references on individuals and projects other than those identified by the Proposers to evaluate past performance. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL February 2025 Grant County Commissioners A summary of the points for each section of the Proposal is as follows: Table 4.1 Section Title Points 1 Introduction Letter Pass/Fail 2 Key Personnel & Project Experience 40 3 Project Goals & Analysis 35 4 Collective Team as a Whole 25 Appendix A Submittal Information Form Pass/Fail Appendix B Resumes Pass/Fail Total 100 4.2 EVALUATION FACTORS The Evaluation Committee will assign numerical scores to the evaluation categories shown in Table 4.1. If a Proposer receives a passing score on all pass/fail evaluation factors, its Proposal will be further evaluated using the scoring criteria. Suppose a Proposer fails on any single pass/fail requirement. In that case, the Proposal may be rated unacceptable, so the evaluation factors will not be scored. 4.3 EVALUATION CRITERIA 4.3.1 KEY PERSONNEL This section will be evaluated based on the following: • Key Personnel should have a track record of demonstrating good leadership skills; • The ability to work well with all levels on a project; • The successful completion of projects as complex as or more complex than the Project (Key Personnel with experience on more complex projects is preferred. Past performance records of Key Personnel will be checked by contacting references); • Key Personnel who can bring forth the best Project team; • Demonstrate the Key Personnel's ability to meet the Project goals and • Required licensure as required for the applicable position. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL February 2025 Grant County Commissioners 4.3.2 PROJECT EXPERIENCE The other sections will be evaluated based on the Proposer's experience with the following: • Projects at similar levels of complexity within the past seven years; ® Experience with projects funded through state or federal grants; • Minimizing impacts on the public through effective staging and phasing of the Work and • Integrating multi -disciplinary teams. 4.3.3 PROJECT GOALS The Proposer must have staff with professional expertise in strategic planning for local government and able to provide diverse professional expertise in, but not limited to, the following areas: Qualifications and relevant experience in response to the tasks to be performed; • Project delivery (on time, on budget, quality products and services); • Reputation among previous clients. 4.3.4 COLLECTIVE TEAM AS A WHOLE The Proposer shall show they can work with an integrated, multi -disciplinary, diverse professional team with the required expertise. The Proposer will collaborate with the Grant County Homeless Housing Task Force, Grant County Board of Commissioners, and homeless coalition partners. 5.0 PUBLIC RECORDS Any information in the response that is proprietary or confidential must be clearly designated. Marking the entire submission as proprietary or confidential may result in rejection as non -responsive. Materials submitted in response to this competitive procurement shall become the property of Grant County and will not be returned. To the extent consistent with Chapter 42.56 RCW, the Public Disclosure Act, Grant County shall maintain the confidentiality of the Consultant's information marked confidential or proprietary. Suppose a request is made to view the Consultant's proprietary information. In that case, Grant County will notify the Consultant of the request and the date that the records will be released to the requestor unless the Consultant obtains a court order enjoining that disclosure. If the Consultant fails to obtain the court order enjoining disclosure, Grant County will release the requested information on the date specified. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL February 2025 Submittal Information Form Project Name: Strategic Consultant for Grant County Firm /Business Name: Address: City, State, Zip: Phone: Fax: Company Web Site: Fed. Tax ID Number: Unified Business Identifier Number: D/M/WBE Certification Number: Year Firm/Business Established: Contact Person Regarding This Submittal's Information: Firm Type: ❑ Sole Proprietor ❑ Partnership ❑ C —Corp. ❑ Limited Partnership ❑ Subchapter S Corp. ❑ Limited Liability Company Firm Name: Please ensure that the firm name listed is the same that is legally assigned to the federal tax ID number. Please do not use DBAs, Doing Business As, Combination names when two firms are working together, derivatives of your legal name, Acronyms, etc. Unified Business Identifier (UBI) Number: If your firm does not have a UBI number for Washington State, please put pending in the box. If you are awarded the contract, you will be required to acquire a UBI number. Submittal Information Form Ad 4 .. • n }* ;1 x : - Vow— +rid► or IP jb AP �'- r • 4 !. AA �� ~• !Ib 7. Service ABOVE the Standard ..... ..... ._. ,�. Woodinville Kent ( Tacoma Tukwila Olympia LDC Surveying Engineering Planning Statement of Qualifications: Grant County —Strategic Planning Consultant r--I March 12, 2025 Caitlin E. Mane[[, Deputy Clerk of the Board C/O Grant County Commissioner's Office 35 C St. NW P.O. Box 37 Ephrata, WA 98823 cernanell rantcount wa. ov DC�Vlannin,l Subject: Proposal Submission Strategic Planning Consultant Homeless Housing Five -Year Plan & Comprehensive Plan Update Dear Ms. Manell and Selection Committee, LDC, Inc. is pleased to submit this proposal in response to the Request for Proposal (RFP) for Strategic Planning Consultant services. With a strong history of providing comprehensive planning, strategic consultation, and housing policy expertise, LDC is well -prepared to support Grant County's efforts to develop a Homeless Housing Five -Year Strategic Plan and update the housing section of the Comprehensive Plan. Our team has extensive experience in affordable housing and homeless housing policy development, stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and regulatory compliance, making us an ideal partner to assist in this critical planning initiative. LDC has a proven track record of workingwith local governments, public agencies, and community coalitions to address housing and homelessness challenges. Our approach focuses on data -driven planning, inclusive community engagement, and practical policy recommendations that align with state and local requirements. We understand the importance of collaborating with the Grant County Homeless Housing Task Force, the Grant County Commissioners, and homeless coalition partners to create actionable and sustainable solutions. Our team brings deep expertise in municipal planning, housing policy, and strategic facilitation to ensure that both plans effectively address the County's housing needs and priorities. We will Leverage our experience to provide thorough data analysis, structured policy recommendations, and clear, actionable strategies that will serve as a guiding framework for Grant County's efforts over the next five years. We appreciate the opportunity to submit this proposal and look forward to the possibility of partnering with Grant County. Please feel free to contact me at kzu i er ldccor .corgi or 425- 892-9473 if you have any questions or require further information. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Kim Zuppiger LDC INC. s��K MINo ITYiw" Planning Manager FoN' Fuslncyts FnrerGxises e # KEY PERSONNEL & PROJECT EXPERIENCE KEY PERSONNEL The LDC planning team offers comprehensive services to public and private clients across the Pacific Northwest, including on -call permitting, code development, complex permitting, and Long-range planning. Our expertise in land use regulations and community values allows us to apply development codes effectively, align projects with regulatory intent, and engage meaningfully with the public. With diverse backgrounds in policy writing, application review, and community engagement, our team delivers informed, ethical, and responsive planning solutions that serve as a foundation for thriving communities. We have assembled a highly capable team with the depth and breadth of expertise required to meet the project needs. LDC will assist with the development of the Five -Year Homeless Housing Strategic Plan and assist with the update of the housing section for the County's comprehensive plan, with Krosbie Carter serving as the Project Manager. Please see Appendix B for resumes. ➢ Kim Zuppiger - Principal in Charge (Contract Manager): Ms. Zuppiger will serve as the Principal In Charge for the Grant County Homeless Housing Five Year Plan & Comprehensive Plan Update. Ms. Zuppiger will provide oversight for the LDC project team and ensure the team has what is needed to successfully deliver services to the County. ➢ Krosbie Carter— Project Manager (Primary Point of Contact): Ms. Carter will serve as the Project Manager. Ms. Carter is skilled in community engagement, preparation of homeless strategic plans, assessing community needs and barriers related to affordable housing and identification of funding strategies. Ms. Carterwill interface and coordinate with the Grant County Homeless Housing Taskforce and community stakeholders. Ms. Carter will also be responsible for preparing reports and associated documents for County review. ➢ Dane Jepsen — Planner: Mr. Jepsen is skilled in land capacity analysis, comprehensive plan updates, housing plans, and development code amendments. ➢ Thomas Carter —Associate Planner: Mr. Carterwill assist with data analysis, development code amendments and provide support to Ms. Carter, our Project Planner. ➢ Ciara Ortiz & Weston Sitterding — Permit Technicians: Ms. Ortiz and Mr. Sitterding will prepare graphics, outreach materials and GIS mapping for the Homeless Housing Five Year Plan & Comprehensive Plan Update. Grant County Hometess Housing Taskforce KEY PERSONNEL & PROJECT EXPERIENCE PROJECT EXPERIENCE Below is a matrix showcasing our extensive history in handling comprehensive plans for cities. It highlights the deliverables and services we have provided, including detailed planning, climate elements, and community engagement. Additionally, the matrix includes contact information for each project, allowing for direct references to our work quality and collaboration. This summary demonstrates our ability to deliver comprehensive planning solutions tailored to the unique needs of each community. MiddLe HousingAnatysis Client Thurston County Period Work Was Completed 2019 Allison Client Contact Information Osterberg, T�i.3'��T� �{��I�'T"`�'--_-`..._e_r . ._ -t.r---..or 360-741-2513 Description of Services Provided Ms. Carter, LDC's project manager, updated the Housing Chapter of the Thurston County Comprehensive Plan, ensuring alignment with the Washington State Growth Management Act (GMA) while balancing the county's commitment to preserving rural character. Conducted extensive technical research, analyzing regional affordable housing challenges, and developing data -driven policy recommendations that complied with GMA mandates for housing capacity, urban growth areas, and rural development. Included the County's first section on homelessness and cost -burden in the chapter. Conducted multiple stakeholder engagement sessions to ensure that policy updates reflected community priorities and advanced a balanced approach to growth, sustainability, and housing equity. University P ICY' e 5 S : n f'! SS T F+J + . jS Middle Housing Analysis Client Period Work Was Completed Client Contact Information Description of Services Provided City of University Place 2023 Kennith George k9eorge9cityofua.com 253.460.2522 LDC led the update of the City of University Place Comprehensive Plan, including policy analysis, land capacity assessment, and alignment with development goals. Engaged stakeholders and the community to draft and refine key plan elements while ensuring environmental compliance. Provided GIS mapping updates and data -driven analysis to support strategic and forward - thinking decision -making. Our expertise in comprehensive planning and policy development helped shape a plan for the city's future. _._.__ - iE3R".:aA`F�aV1aS4ta1Q:\a�'v�A�.�'aC't,�FiFS�:IuUU`?3±>Aila'khlaG`FaG`l3Ati.8P,�".�.:ii2k�'�C&`lk'y'.ddl.itt.. `` `UP�Yt?.Sca KEY PERSONNEL & PROJECT EXPERIENCE Comprehensive Plan Update,& Middle Housing Analysis Client City of Mill Creek feted 2023 � Period WorkWas Com � p ?£ Client Contact Information Mike Todd O �,.._ -..,- Mill reek rniketcitvofmiltcreek.com 206.248.8246 Description of Services Provided • LDC Planning helped the City of Mill Creek update its 2024 Comprehensive Plan and complete the Middle Housing Project, ensuring both met the city's vision and regulatory requirements. We guided the process from research and policy development to final adoption. • Our team created a policy frameworkto manage growth and promote sustainable development. We also updated Middle Housing codes to expand housing options. Public engagement was a key focus, with outreach, workshops, and stakeholder coordination ensuring community input. We worked with local agencies to align with regional and state policies. • The project complied with GMA, DOC, PSRC VISION 2050, and Snohomish County CPPs. We also provided graphic design and visuals to support public understanding. • Through policy development, community engagement, and regulatory compliance, LDC helped Mill Creek create a clear, balanced plan for future growth and housing diversity. Middle Housing Analysis _.. Client City of Snoqualmie Period Work Was Completed 2023 "'""""'°°""•"" Client Contact Information Emily Arteche eartech snaaualmiewa.gov 425.888.8007 Description of Services Provided LDC partnered with the City of Snoqualmie to support the development of a comprehensive Middle Housing Analysis, aimed at expanding housing opportunities while addressing equity and displacement concerns. Our team played a key role in crafting a public engagement strategy, facilitating meaningful participation through in -person open houses, online and paper surveys, and direct outreach to community -based organizations. Through this collaborative process, we gathered critical insights on housing needs, barriers, and opportunities, ensuring diverse voices were reflected in the final recommendations. Our work resulted in a racial equity and displacement risk report, a housing policy analysis, and strategic policy recommendations designed to mitigate displacement and foster inclusive housing solutions. Additionally, we conducted an updated buildable lands and land capacity analysis, providingthe City with data -driven insights to guide future development. By integrating community input, data analysis, and equitable policy frameworks, LDC helped the City of Snoqualmie lay the foundation for sustainable, diverse, and accessible housing options that support long-term community stability. PROJECT GOALS & ANALYSIS Washington State Department of Commerce (Commerce) requires local jurisdictions to submit a local homeless housing plan every five years. The local plans come together at Commerce in the State Strategic Plan and Annual Report to the Legislature on Washington's efforts to address homelessness. The Grant County plan will be update to serve as a five-year roadmap for 2025 to 2030 and will identify state and county activities and goals and expected outcomes. PROJECT GOALS & EXPECTED OUTCOMES 1. Develop a clear, actionable Five Year Homeless Housing Plan o Establish defined priorities and measurable objectives based on stakeholder input and data analysis. o Address current and projected housing needs with a focus on homelessness prevention and support services. o Align recommendations with state and federal housing initiatives. 2. Update the Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan o Incorporate the latest housing data, zoning policies, and land use regulations. Ensure the plan reflects current economic, demographic, and housing trends affecting Grant County. Provide strategies for affordable housing development, preservation, and equitable growth. 3. Strengthen community engagement and stakeholder collaboration o Facilitate a transparent and inclusive planning process that ensures diverse voices are heard. o Build stronger collaborative networks between government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and the private sector. 4. Ensure feasibility and implementation of recommendations o Develop a practical roadmap with short-term, mid-term, and Long- term objectives. o Identify potentialfunding sources and grant opportunities to support plan implementation. o Provide ongoing support and technical assistance to ensure successful execution. �1J PROJECT GOALS & ANALYSIS - M All AT, IM LDC's approach to the Grant County Homeless Housing Five Year Strategic Plan (Strategic Plan) and Comprehensive Plan Update is structured around data -driven decision - making, collaborative engagement, and regulatory alignment. Our methodology ensures that the final plans are not only compliant with state requirements but also practical, actionable, and reflective of community priorities. LDC staff will assist the Grant County Homeless Housing Task Force (HHTF) in compiling data, structuring the language of the Strategic Plan, attending the HHTF meetings and community engagement meetings, and creating the draft and finalized versions of the Strategic Plan. PROJECT PHASES The LDC planning team members are prepared to assist the Countywith the tasks and anticipated timeframe to complete the Strategic Plan in the three (3) main phases and the individualtasks and deliverables are outlined below. Plan Initiation & Draft Strategic Final Strategic Community Engagement Plan: Plan Y f .,.,: adoption of Final Strategic Plan PHASE 1 - Project Management 1 B: PROJECT MANAGEMENT/COMMUMNITY ENGAGEMENT MEETINGS Task 1: Project Management & Planning Services 1A: PROJECT INITIATION AND KICKOFF MEETING/SITE VISIT To initiate the Project, LDC Project Planner, Ms. Carter will schedule and attend one Kick off meeting at the Project site with the LDC team, County Homeless Housing Task Force and key stakeholders. The kickoff meeting will be used to introduce the project team and review the project timeline. Deliverables: One electronic word version of the meeting notes and an action item list for Kick Off Meeting. LDC's Project Planner, Ms. Carter will attend one virtual monthly coordination meeting (up to 2 hours) with County's Homeless Task Force to review project status or data needs and the County's comments on administrative draft documents for public hearings. These meetings will continue for the duration of the project term or, as deemed necessary. Deliverables: One electronic word version of the meeting notes and an action item list for monthly coordination meetings, community engagement meetings and public hearings. PROJECT GOALS & ANALYSIS PHASE 2 -Development of Draft Strategic Plan Task 2: Project Discovery & Direction LDC will coordinate with the HHTF prior to starting work on the draft strategic plan. This task will involve reviewing the existing plan and discussion of project expectations, collaboration with stakeholders to project Strategic Plan goals and direction. LDC will workwith the Grant County HHTF and Board of Commissioners (BOC) to define preferred engagement/review process. Strategic Plan incorporates the Department of Commerce 2024-2029 State Homeless Housing Strategic Plan objectives which include the following: 1. 2. 3. Deliverables: One electronic word version of the meeting notes and an action item list with 4 goals and strategies and next steps to be accomplished. Task3: Data Compilation &Analysis LDC will assist the HHTF with data compilation and analysis to inform updates to the Strategic Plan. This task includes collection and organization of data acquired at the HHTF meetings, assisting County staff in analysis of housing/homeless data for Strategic Plan and meeting materials, preparation of data visualizations for Strategic Plan and meeting materials and collection of relevant publicly available data as needed. Assumptions for this task: Data for Point -In - Time counts will be provided by the County, and no survey or other data creation will be undertaken in this project. Task 4: Initial Draft Strategic Plan LDC will assist County Staff and the HHTF with development of an Initial Draft Strategic Plan. This task will include recommendations for implementations of Strategic Plan goals and direction, general updates to Strategic Plan based on current data compiled in Task3. LDC will workwith the HHTF to ensure that the Draft Promote an equitable, accountable and transparent homeless crisis response system Strengthen the homeless service provider workforce Prevent episodes of homelessness whenever possible Prioritize assistance based on the greatest barriers to housing stability and the greatest risk of harm Seek to house everyone in a stable setting that meets their needs Local plans may include additional objectives developed by local government and local homeless housing task forces. LDC will review the initial draft strategic plan and ensure that the objectives listed above are incorporated into specific strategies or actions to achieve them, timelines for completion and measures of success or performance. Assumptions for this task: LDC will assist the HHTF and County staff by reviewing the initial draft strategic plan to ensure that it is compliance with state and federal regulations. Deliverables: LDC will provide one (1) electronic word version of comments. PROJECT GOALS & ANALYSIS PHASE 3 -Development of Final Strategic Plan Task 5: Comprehensive Plan Amendment LDC will include the identification of necessary amendments to the Comprehensive Plan for consistencywith the Strategic Plan, and assistance in the processing of these amendments. This task may include the following: assisting County staff and the HHTF in review and recommendations for Housing Element policies and/or text change(s), and preparation and submission of a docket request and supporting materials for the Comp Plan Text Amendment. Assumptions for this task: LDC will assist with submittal of the docket request on behalf of the HHTF prior to the June 30t" deadline. After submission of the docket request, LDC will only assist County staff with processing of proposed amendments on request. LDC assumes that County staff will prepare SEPA documentation, however, we can prepare the SEPA documentation as an optional task. Deliverables: LDC will provide one (1) electronic word version of comments. Task 6: Final Strategic Plan LDC will assist County staff and the HHTF by n r. reviewing the Final Strategic Plan to ensure that it is compliance with state and federal regulations. Deliverables: LDC will provide one (1) electronic word version of comments. Task 7: Preparation of Reports for Public Hearings LDC will assist County Staff and the HHTF with review of materials (Staff Reports, exhibits, maps, or other visual aids) related to final approval of the Strategic Plan. Deliverables: LDC will provide one (1) electronic word version of comments. Task 8:Attendance at Public Hearings LDC's Project Planner and key technical personnel will attend one Planning Commission meeting and one County Board of Commissioners meeting) assuming no more than 3 hours per hearing. Additional technical staff will attend on a time and materials basis. The LDC team will attend any additional meetings requested by the HHTF on a time and materials basis. OPTIONAL TASK: SEPA DOCUMENTATION LDC can assist with or prepare County staff in environmental review associated with proposed Comprehensive Amendment as an optional task. �WHOLEVMSA "� COLLECTIE TEA Integrated & Multi -Disciplinary w Data Analysts and G|SExperts who can Approach compile, assess, and visualize key homelessness and housing data trends to LDCprides itself onbeing ocollaborative, Buidedeoision'rnoNng' multidisciplinary firm with extensive experience w Community Engagement Facilitators who working alongside government agencies, task specialize instakeholder outreach, public forces, community stakeholders, and nonprofit forums, and strategic collaboration to partners todevelop effective strategic planning ensure diverse input and buy'in' solutions. Our approach iadeeply rooted in w Grant and Funding Specialists who can team -based probienn'eoiving.ensuring that all identify and outline potentioLfunding relevant voices contribute toocomprehensive, sources and financing strategies to actionable plan that reflects the needs and support the County'ohousing goals. priorities ofGrant County HHTE Our team consists ofhighly experienced Project Partnering professionals instrategic planning, housing and homeless policy, data analysis, and public ^ LDC believes in eotabUahing^partnering , engagement. Each member brings ounique relationships with clients, consultants, and expe�iaethat collectively strengthens our affected agencies. Thete�rni�cornrni/�ed ' ability todeliver on effective Homeless Housing tornointoinin�ef�ootivonaiotionohipovvi�h Five -Year Strategic Plan and Comprehensive the HHTFend community stakeholders involved, vvhichvviKfornnthe basis for pianupdete.LDC'oor000'funotioneitearn successfully completing any task order. includes: Throughout the course ofwork, our w Urban and Regional Planners with deep planners »«iiiorganize their work, maintain knowledge ofWashington State housing project schedules, and employ methods policies, zoning regulations, and and protocols preferred bythe HHTFThe oornrnunitydeveioprnentstrategies. LDCpionnin�teornvviiioffer recommendations and implementation � Houoin�poiioySpeoieiiota««hoh�«e methods where appropriate. worked onstatewide and regional housing initiatives, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements. COLLECTIVE TEAM AS A WHOLE . . ........... .... Communication • Communication and documentation are critical components of effective planning services. The LDC team will work directly with the H HTF throughout the project. Any technical findings or project issues will be immediately communicated to the HHTF (or designated appointee). Collaboration with Grant County & Key Stakeholders LDC understands that effective strategic planning requires close coordination and engagement with multiple stakeholders, including: • Grant County Homeless Housing Task Force (HHTF): Our team will work directly with Task Force members to align priorities, analyze data, and develop a clear action plan that reflects community needs. • Grant County Board of Commissioners: LDC will ensure that the strategic plan aligns with County objectives and regulatory frameworks, incorporating direct input from County leadership to facilitate a smooth implementation process. • Homeless Coalition Partners & Community Organizations: We will actively engage local service providers, nonprofit organizations, and advocacy groups to incorporate real - world perspectives on housing challenges and solutions. • State and Regional Agencies: LDC will Leverage statewide and regional housing expertise to ensure that Grant County's plans align with broader housing initiatives, securing potentialfunding and policy support. KROSBUE CARTER PROJECT MANAGER EXPERIENCE YEARS EDUCATION— MPA,MASTERS |NPUBLIC AOM|N|NSTRAT|OW'BA—THE EVERGREEN STATE COLLEGE - n^` Krosbie Carter is experienced in affordable housing policy at the state and local Level, emphasizing cross -sector partnership development, and specializing in community development, band use pionning, and health equity initiatives. RELEVANTEXPEPIENCE/pROJECTS � Washington State Department ofNatural Resources � Designed the Leasing for Affordable and Equitable Development (LEAD) Plan, integrating affordable housing, equity, and environmental justice into agency programs. ° Secured $1.8 million in Congressional Directed Spendingfor Infrastructure improvements on a housing and environmental justice project. � Thurston Thrives (Thurston County Chamber) " Led strategic planning and governance processes for the collective impact initiative, focusing on the intersection of affordable housing, economic development, and community health. Facilitated a pubLic-private affordable housingteam, cuLminating in the development of a "Housing Affordability Model," a financial tooLthat is used to illustrate to developers how affordable housing projects can be viable. � Set goals and priorities for the City's allocation of the one -tenth of 1 % sales and use tax collection to support the construction ofaffordable housing units. � Homeless and Affordable Housing Project Manager (City ofOlympia) ° Managed the PIT count, including volunteer training, day -of logistics for connect events, and coordination with service providers for HMIS data. Drafted the final PIT report, analyzing statewide trends and the impact of homelessness in both rural and urban areas of Thurston County. ° Served as project manager and Lead researcher, draftingthe final report for HUD and local elected off iciaLs. Conducted data analysis on the correlation between race, income, and zoning in relation toaffordable and fair housing issues, providing policy recommendations. , DANE JEPSENI PLANNER EXPERIENCE— 3YEARS ~ � ' EDUCATION — BA— GEOGRAPHY, B|S CERTIFICATE —CENTRALVVASH|NGTDN UNIVERSITY Dane Jepsen is a Planner at LDC with experience in both Long-range and current planning. He has supported multiple 2024 comprehensive plan updates, providing detailed analysis, collaborative strategies, and coordination with state and regional agencies. He has worked on various city and county plans, studies, and data, serving as a key resource for communities as they approach final adoption and implementation. CIARAORTIZ I PERMIT TECHNICIAN EXPERIENCE— 3YEARS EDUCATION — BA, URBAN PLANNING & SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT— WESTERN VVASH|NGTONUNIVERSITY (EMPHASIS |NSUSTAINABLE DESIGN) Cioro Ortiz is e Permit Technician at LDC' where she has contributed to o diverse array of civil projeoto, focusing on both current and Long-range planning. In her current role, Ciara prepores, submits, and manages numerous municipal and county permit applications, enauringeUgnrnent with oiienta' goals while collaborating with reviewers to meet oii applicable code requirements. r KIM ZUPPIGER I PRINCIPAL IN CHARGE/CONTRACT MANAGER EXPERIENCE — 25+ YEARS EDUCATION — BA, SOCIAL ECOLOGY: EMPHASIS IN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & URBAN PLANNING —UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA - IRVINE Kim Zuppiger is a seasoned Land Use and Environmental Planner with a proven track record of managing large-scale projects and budgets, developing environmental documentation, and leading diverse teams. She is skilled in preparing planning reports and complying with CEQA, NEPA, zoning codes, and local ordinances. Kim has successfully processed numerous discretionary projects, including residential, commercial, and mixed -use developments, as well as coastal permits and master plans. Her extensive experience includes public relations and community outreach, conducting stakeholder coordination, and presenting to commissions, boards, and planning groups. Kim has significant expertise in managing large scale projects, contracts, and resources. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE/PROJECTS ➢ Maple Mixed Use Project, Ventura, CA: Responsible for processing a Major Design Review Application for a 350-unit multifamily apartment complex with 4,900 square feet of commercial space on a vacant 6.48-acre site in the Intermediate Commercial (C-1A) zoning district with a land use designation of Commerce. ➢ Cottonwood Apartment Comple, Moreno Valley, CA: Responsible for processing a Plot Plan General Plan Amendment and Zone Change for a 92-unit apartment complex. ➢ Belago Park, Moreno Valley, CA: Responsible for processing of three Tentative Tract Maps for Belago Park, facilitating the development of 310 residential units with varying densities across 32.73 net acres. THOMAS CARTER I ASSOCIATE PLANNER EXPERIENCE — 6 YEARS EDUCATION —BS — URBAN PLANNING —ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY Thomas Carter is an Associate Planner at LDC with over six years of experience in the private and municipal sectors. He specializes in zoning, permitting, GIS mapping, and comprehensive plan updates. Thomas has played a key role in policy drafting, plan analysis, and stakeholder coordination for multiple jurisdictions in Washington. He also contributes to community engagement and integrates maps, graphics, and policies into cohesive planning documents. WESTON SITTERDING I PERMIT TECHNICIAN -�- EXPERIENCE— 3 YEARS +ter EDUCATION — BA, URBAN PLANNING & SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT —WESTERN 0 !) WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY (EMPHASIS IN SUSTAINABILITY AND TRANSPORTATION) Weston Sitterding is a Permit Technician at LDC, where he supports a variety of civil projects with an emphasis on both short-term and long-term planning. In his role, Weston is responsible for preparing, submitting, and overseeing multiple municipal and county permit applications. He ensures these applications align with client objectives and works closely with reviewers to ensure compliance with all relevant codes. Submittal Information Form I Project Name: Strategic Consultant for Grant County I Firm /Business Name: Land Development Consultants, Inc. Address: 20210 142nd Ave NE City, State, Zip: Woodinville, WA 98072 Phone: Fax: Company Web Site: 425-806-1869 425-482-2893 https://Idccorp.com Fed. Tax ID Number: Unified Business Identifier D/M/WBE Certification Number: 91-2184193 Number: 602287714 D5M0020578/M5M0020578 Year Finn/Business Established: 2003 Contact Person Regarding This Submittal's Information: Kim Zuppiger, Planning Manager, kzuppiger@ldccorp.com, 425-892-9473 Firm Type: ❑ Sole Proprietor ❑ Partnership DI C —Corp. Corp. ❑ Limited Liability Company ❑ Limited Partnership ❑ Subchapter S Firm Name: Please ensure that the firm name listed is the same that is legally assigned to the federal tax ID number. Please do not use DBAs, Doing Business As, Combination names when two firms are working together, derivatives of your legal name, Acronyms, etc. Unified Business Identifier (UBI) Number: If your firm does not have a UBI number for Washington State, please put pending in the box. If you are awarded the contract, you will be required to acquire a UBI number. Submittal Information Form Surveying Engineering DC1planning April 1, 2025 Caitlin E. Manell, Deputy Clerk of the Board C/O Grant County Commissioner's Office 35 C St. NW P.O. Box 37 Ephrata, WA 98823 c r. n a n ell 6-abora y°; r,. g y Fw a 5� o $ " Subject: Proposed Budget for the Strategic Planning Consultant Homeless Housing Five -Year Plan & Comprehensive Plan Update Dear Ms. Manell and Selection Committee, LDC, Inc. is pleased to submit our proposed budget to support Grant County's efforts to develop a Homeless Housing Five -Year Strategic Plan and update the housing section of the Comprehensive Plan. To meet the budget requirements, LDC would like to amend Task 1 of our scope of work to clarify that our team will attend all meetings virtually. We appreciate the opportunity to provide a budget for this proposal and look forward to the possibility of partnering with Grant County. Please feel free to contact meat i< u 3 d c�-� rp.co � or 425-892-9473 if you have any questions or require further information. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Kim Zuppiger LDC, INC. Planning Manager INORMf . ENS �Ua'1eS5 �r?fE�-`prts2s -fig, Grant County- 5 year Homeless Strategic Plan Protect Phases and Tasks Staff Type Hours Rate Amount Descri t on/ Summa of Tasks p rY_' Deliverables"!Assumptions . Phase 1 -Project Management & Planning Services LDC will prepare one (1) electronic word version of the Task 1a: Project Initiation & meeting notes and an action item list with goals and Kickoff Meeting Planning Manager 2 $ 232 $ 464 The LDC Project Team members will attend 1 (one) virtual Kick off meeting strategies and next steps to be accomplished. Senior Planner 2 $ 205 $ 410 Planner 2 $ 179 $ 358 Project Manager will attend 1 (one) virtual monthly coordination meeting (up Task 1 b: Project to 2 hours), preparing a meeting summary and coordinate via emails and LDC will prepare one (1) electronic word version of the Management/Community phone calls with the Grant County HHTF from May 2025 through December meeting notes and an action item list with goals and Engagement Meetings Senior Planner 40 $ 205 $ 8,200 2025. strategies and next steps to be accomplished. Associate Planner 40 $ 156 $ 6,240 Phase 2 - Development of Draft Strategic Plan LDC will coordinate with the HHTF prior to starting work on the draft strategic plan. This task will involve reviewing the existing plan and discussion of project expectations, collaboration with stakeholders to project Strategic Plan goals and direction. LDC will work with the Grant County Homeless Housing LDC will prepare one (1) electronic word version of the Task 2: Project Discovery & Task Force (HHTF) and Board of Commissioners (BOC) to define preferred meeting notes and an action item list with goals and Direction Planning Manager 1 $ 232 $ 232 engagement/review process. strategies and next steps to be accomplished. Senior Planner 10 $ 205 $ 2,050 Associate Planner 10 $ 156 $ 1,560 LDC will assist the HHTF with data compilation and analysis to inform updates to the Strategic Plan. This task includes collection and organization of data acquired at the HHTF meetings, assisting County staff in analysis of housing/homeless data for Strategic Plan and meeting materials, preparation Task 3: Data Compilation & of data visualizations for Strategic Plan and meeting materials and collection Analysis Planner 8 $ 179 $ 1,432 of relevant publicly available data as needed. N/A Associate Planner 8 $ 156 $ 1,248 LDC will assist County Staff and the HHTF with development of an Initial Draft Strategic Plan. This task will include recommendations for implementations of Strategic Plan goals and direction, general updates to Strategic Plan based on current data compiled in Task 3. We will work with the HHTF to ensure that the Draft Strategic Plan incorporates the Department of Commerce 2024-2029 State Homeless Housing Strategic Plan objective. LDC will review the initial draft strategic plan and ensure that the objectives Task 4: Initial Draft Strategic listed above are incorporated into specific strategies or actions to achieve LDC will provide one (1) electronic word version of Plan Senior Planner 6 $ 205 $ 1,230 them, timelines for completion and measures of success or performance. comments. Planner 8 $ 179 $ 1,432 Associate Planner 8 $ 156 $ 1,248 Phase 3 - Developmentof Final Strategic PI an -; .. This task may include the following: assisting County staff and the HHTF in review and recommendations for Housing Element policies and/or text Task 5: Comprehensive Plan change(s), and preparation and submission of a docket request and LDC will provide one (1) electronic word version of Amendment Planning Manager 1 $ 232 $ 232 $ 1,432 supporting materials for the Comp Plan Text Amendment. comments. Planner 8 $ 179 Associate Planner 8 $ 156 $ 1,248 LDC will assist County staff and the HHTF by reviewing the Final Strategic LDC will provide one (1) electronic word version of Task 6: Final Strategic Plan Senior Planner 8 $ 205 $ 1,640 Plan to ensure that it is compliance with state and federal regulations. comments. Planner 8 $ 179 $ 1,432 LDC will assist County Staff and the HHTF with review of materials (Staff Task 7: Preparation of Reports Reports, exhibits, maps, or other visual aids) related to final approval of the LDC will provide one (1) electronic word version of for Public Hearings Senior Planner 8 $ 205 $ 1,640 Strategic Plan. comments. LDC's Project Planner and key technical personnel will attend one Planning LDC virtually attend one (1) Planning Commission Task 8: Attendance at Public Commission meeting and one County Council meeting) assuming no more meeting and one (1) County Council meeting) assuming Hearings Senior Planner 6 $ 179 $ 1,074 than 3 hours per hearing. no more than 3 hours per hearing. Optional Task: SEPA LDC can assist with or prepare County staff in environmental review TBD. Budget to be provided upon request by the city to Documentation Senior Planner TBD TBD TBD 1 associated with proposed Comprehensive Amendment as an optional task. perform this optional task Total $34,802 Standard Fee Schedule Staff Type Rate Planning Manager $ 232 Senior Planner $ 205 Planner 179 Associate Planner 1 $ 156 hase 1-Project Management & Planning Service Task la: Project Initiation and Kic $ 1,232 Task lb: Project Management/Co $ 14,440 Sub total 15 672 Phase 2 - Development of Draft Strategic Plan Task 2: Project Discovery & Directi $ 3,842 Task 3: Data Compilation & Anal s $ 2,680 Task 4: Initial Draft Strategic Plan $ 3,910 Sub total $ 10,432 Phase 3 - Development of Final Strategic Plan Task 5: Comprehensive Plan Amen $ 2,912 Task 6: Final Strategic Plan $ 3,072 Task 7: Preparation of Reports for $ 1,640 Task 8: Attendance at Public Heari $ 11074 Sub total $ 81698 Total $ 34,802 Request for Proposal for GRANT COUNTY STRATEGIC PLANNING CONSULTANT March 12, 2025 y4A, .-vr�y �-.P 'de ' � a,M_ • _x PS'�•. •�p �e. v. 1��.�J,�`'; •. _- —, -- _ �ri/- _ _yKe _Y 1, �'7'�., . �n-4� .16 At ^ter 1i e MIL I�t � _ ! \ -•`ice �. .,,• 7r , +�: _.�.F: � _ �, �Z, :� 11111:�: *i J TABLE OF CONTENT� INTRODUCTION LETTER of KEY PERSONNEL & PROJECT EXPERIENCE PROJECT TEAM STRUCTURE 02 TEAM PERSONNEL 03 EXPERIENCE OF THE FIRM 05 PROJECT GOALS & ANALYSIS COLLECTIVE TEAM AS A WHOLE APPENDIX A APPENDIX B SUBMITTAL INFORMATION FORM RESUMES 07 10 12 13 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR ARDURRA Grant County Strategic Planning Consultant NTRODUCTION LETTER RE: PROPOSAL SUBMISSION - STRATEGIC PLANNING CONSULIJANT FOR GRANT COUNTY HOMELESS HOUSING FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC Dear Ms. Manell and Members of the Selection Committee, Ardurra is pleased to submit this proposal for consideration as the Strategic Consultant for Grant County's Homeless Housing Five -Year Strategic Plan and Comprehensive Plan Update. With a deep commitment to equitable community development and sustainable housing solutions, we look forward to working alongside Grant County staff to support this important effort. Our approach is centered on collaboration, facilitation, and consensus -building —ensuring that the Homeless Housing Task Force, Grant County Board of Commissioners, and key stakeholders have the resources and guidance needed to shape a meaningful, actionable strategy. Rather than simply delivering a plan,. we will act as an extension of your team, assisting with data organization, plan updates and finalization, and stakeholder facilitation to build alignment on key priorities. Why Ardurra? Strategic Planning & Facilitation— We specialize in guiding agencies through complex planning efforts, ensuring that priorities are clearly defined, stakeholder voices are integrated, and solutions are actionable. • Seamless Integration with County Staff — We take a team -based approach, working closely with County staff as an extension of your team to organize data, refine plan language, and develop Final recommendations. • Consensus -Building & Engagement — Our expertise in facilitated discussions, strategic alignment, and participatory planning ensures that key stakeholders —including the Homeless Housing Task Force —are engaged in meaningful ways that lead to clear and actionable outcomes. Efficient & Flexible Support — We understand the urgency of this initiative and are prepared to provide adaptable support to meet key milestones, including the October 2025 draft deadline and December 2025 final adoption goal. Our team is adept at balancing in -person and virtual participation, ensuring seamless collaboration. We appreciate the opportunity to partner with Grant County on this important initiative. Our team is ready to provide the support needed to ensure a well-informed, inclusive, and actionable plan. Please feel free to contact me at kjones@ardurra.com or (509) 319-2580 should you require any additional information. Sincerely, Kyy1ee s, ,ENV-SP Planning Project Manager Ardurra Group, Inc. 1717 Rustle St, Suite 20 Spokane, WA 99224 (509) 319-2580 kjones@ardurra.com r Vince Barthells, MPA Environmental Services Manager Ardurra Group, Inc. 1717 Rustle St, Suite 20 Spokane, WA 99224 509-319-25 80 vbarthels@ardurra.com Request for Proposal for Grant County Strategic � �� Consultant Grant County Strategic Planning Consultant Project Team Structure: Our team is illustrated on the organizational chart shown below. Key individuals are introduced on the following pages. If the need for additional specialty services arises during the selection, we will coordinate with you to ensure the appropriate subconsultants are available for your project. PRINCIPAL IN CHARGE Vince Barthels, MPA PROJECT MANAGER & CLIENT POINT OF CONTACT Kylee Jones, AICP, ENV-SP I f t Request for Proposal for Grant County Strategic Planning Consultant Grant County Strategic Planning Consultant KEY PROPOSED STAFF: Ai TEAM PERSON NEL >> Active Presence in Grant County Our team believes that proper and timely communication is a vital part of being Strong Collaboration with responsive to Grant County. In executing this contract, Ardurra implements Count leadershipprocedures to enable staff to make critical decisions in a way that respects the y >> Proven Success on County County's time and provides sufficient information to make key choices on the project, Our team has worked together under previous County contracts and has a proven Programs history of delivering successful projects. We are eager to continue serving Grant County with the personnel below. KYLEE JONES, A1CP, ENV -SIP - PROJECT MANAGER Kylee is a strategic planner with expertise in data -driven decision -making, public engagement, and funding acquisition. She has successfully managed multi -million -dollar grants, coordinated interagency efforts, and developed equitable outreach strategies for large-scale transportation and housing initiatives. Her leadership in urban planning ensures that Grant County's Homeless Housing Plan is comprehensive, sustainable, and well -funded. >> Data -Driven Strategic Planning — Kylee's experience with funding programs and strategic initiatives will help analyze homelessness data and structure key metrics. Equitable Engagement — Her expertise in inclusive outreach ensures diverse stakeholder input and community -driven solutions. >> Collaborative Development — Kylee's background in interagency coordination will support alignment between the Task Force, County Commissioners, and key partners. » Sustainable Housing Solutions — Her urban planning expertise can integrate long-term, resilient housing strategies. Funding & Implementation — With a strong track record in grant management, Kylee can help secure funding to support plan execution. VI CE BARTHELS, MPA - PRINCIPAL IN CHARGE Vince brings 24+ years of experience in public works, environmental permitting, and biological investigations, ensuring that the Homeless Housing Plan meets regulatory requirements while promoting sustainable housing solutions. His ability to navigate complex regulations and coordinate across multiple agencies makes him a key asset in project development. Project Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement — Vince's expertise in public works and safety ensures seamless collaboration between the Task Force, County Commissioners, and key partners. >> Sustainable & Compliant Housing Solutions — His background in environmental permitting and water quality helps integrate sustainable, regulation -compliant housing strategies. >> Data -Driven & Regulatory Support — With extensive experience in biological assessments, Vince can analyze housing data, navigate regulations, and support funding efforts. BILL WHITE - SR. PROJECT Ate ER/OUALITY ASSURANCE Bill has 28 years of experience in transportation consulting, specializing in multi -modal planning, safety reports, and grant writing. His ability to manage complex infrastructure projects while securing funding for implementation ensures a well -coordinated, financially viable approach to housing development. >> Land Use Planning — While Bill's expertise is primarily in transportation planning, he also has extensive experience developing land use plans to support community and corridor studies, including comprehensive plans. >> Multi -modal & Safety Planning — His expertise in multi -modal plans and safety reports can help integrate transportation considerations into the housing plan for accessibility and sustainability. Funding & Grant Writing — As a skilled funding specialist, Bill can assist in identifying and securing grants, as well as developing financial strategies for project implementation. Request for Proposal for 0 Grant County Strategic Planning Consultant r Grant Count; Strategic Planning Consultant TEVR N FULLER - PLANNER/DATA ANALYST Tevrin brings expertise in multi -modal and capital planning, with experience in transportation program budgeting, federal grant research, and GiS mapping. His ability to analyze data and integrate transportation considerations ensures the Homeless Housing Plan is both strategic and accessible. ntl. >> Transportation Planning & Data Analysis — Tevrin's experience with multi -modal planning and data analysis will support the integration of transportation considerations into the housing plan, ensuring accessibility and sustainability. » Funding & Budget Management — His background in managing transportation project budgets and securing local and federal funding can assist in identifying funding opportunities for housing initiatives. >> GIS Mapping & Strategic Planning — Tevrin's skills in ArcGIS mapping and grant research will help create visualizations and analyze data to support informed decision -making for Grant County's housing plan. BRIAN CLARKSON, PLS - GEOSPATIAL MANAGER Brian has 18 years of experience managing field crews, GIS database development, and survey projects for transportation and infrastructure planning. His expertise in mapping, data visualization, and public engagement ensures that the Homeless Housing Plan is based on accurate data and effectively communicated to stakeholders. >> Survey & GIS Expertise — Brian's experience in managing field crews and GIS database development will support precise data collection and mapping for the housing plan. >> Project Management & Coordination — With extensive experience managing teams and projects, Brian can ensure smooth coordination and effective execution of housing initiatives. >> Public Engagement & Reporting — Brian's background in presenting at conferences and public meetings will help communicate the housing plan's progress and results to stakeholders and the community. ZENGTHS & EXPERTISE Proposal & Business Development - Experienced in leading complex proposals an strategies for AEC projects. Stakeholder Engagement — Proven track record of designing and executing inclusive community engagement processes. Sustainable Transportation & Mobility — In-depth knowledge of multi -modal transportation planning and sustainable infrastructure. Project Management — Over 20 ' ## ears of collective experience managing projects, ensuring on -time, quality delivery. • Local Knowledge & Collaboration" � • — Deep familiarity with regional systems processes, and regulatory environments Strategic Planning & Data Analysis --- — Skilled in analyzing data and applying strategic planning methodologies to drivel'"' impactful, community -centered solutions. Grant Writing & Funding Acquisition Regulatory Compliance & — Expertise in securing state and federal Q Environmental Stewardship — funding for transportation and infrastructure Expertise in navigating complex regulatory initiatives. landscapes and ensuring environmentally sustainable project outcomes. Request for Proposal for Grant County Strategic Planning Consultant � � I* I Grant Couinty Strategic Planning Consultant 0 Experience of the Firm Below are projects that demonstrate our experience providing similar services to clients. CAPITOL DISTRICT & 1-10 WEST CORRIDOR TRANSIT ORIENTED COMMUNITIES (TOC) PLAN & EQUITABLE HOUSING STRATEGY - PHOENIX, AZ PROJECT SCHEDULE: 2024-Ongoing RELEVANCE TO SCOPE: Community Planning & Housing ARDURRA KEY STAFF: Bill White, Kylee Jones, Tevrin Fuller CONTACT NAME/TITLE: Sarah Brown, City of Phoenix Public Transit Department, 602-315-3590, sarah.brown@phoenix.gov The City of Phoenix secured a $2.5M Federal Transit do Administration grant to develop Transit -Oriented Community --� -..� ► (TOC) Master Plans and policy documents for two areas in preparation for an 11 mile light rail extension. These historically underonvested areas are predominantly Latino communities. As the ti-�— - , ` , �► prime consultant, Ardurra led the existing conditions assessment and developed an equitable engagement strategy centered on community visioning and interactive workshops —many conducted entirely in Spanish. These workshops focused on key areas such as land use, mobility, housing, economic development, green systems, and health. Designed as comprehensive guides, the Master Plans aim to support sustainable and equitable development, ensuring that the benefits of the light rail extension enhance the well-being and prosperity of the communities they serve. • • • • • • e • • • o • s • • • • • s ♦ • e • • w • • • • ♦ e • e w s • • . a w • e s s • • e a • • • • • s s r • • • • s . s. • • e a • • • s • a • s . • • r e r • • . • • • • • s • • • • • • • • a • • • w s • • • • • • w e s • • • • o v. • r e a • • . s t ♦ • • • • • w • . e a • • r . • • • a r • • w • • • • • • • • • ♦ • a • • • . f GRANT COUNTY LAND USE PLANNING & MITIGATION- GRANT COUNTY, WA PROJECT SCHEDULE: 2024-Ongoing RELEVANCE TO SCOPE: Supported Housing Related Elements ARDURRA KEY STAFF: Vince Barthels, Brian Clarkson CONTACT NAME/TITLE: Jim Anderson -Cook, Director of Grant County Development Services, 509-754-2011, jcook@grantcountywa.gov Ardurra is assisting Grant County Development Services in two key initiatives: establishing a shrubsteppe mitigation banking program and analyzing agricultural lands for potential rezoning to support responsible growth. For the mitigation banking program, Ardurra is conducting data collection and GIS mapping, facilitating a multidisciplinary Technical Advisory Group, identifying and assessing potential mitigation bank sites, and developing a mitigation bank prospectus. This program will streamline permitting and development while protecting shrubsteppe habitat. Simultaneously, Ardurra is analyzing agricultural lands that may be rezoned for residential use, providing data -driven insights and GIS mapping to support informed decision -making. We are developing a suitability analysis based on comprehensive criteria to help balance growth with resource preservation. Request for Proposal for ,I] lea : ,t> Grant County Strategic Planning Consultant r Grant County Strategic Pianning Consultant .. ... ... .. ... . ... ... .. . . . ............ ... ... . . . .. .. .. . r . • . • ..... • • .. • . .. . . .. . . .... ... . . • .. .. . . ... r . ... . . . .... . ... . ... . ... . ... . . . .. .. .. .. .... . . .. ... . . . ... . ... .. . . . . ... .. .... . . . CITY OF AIRWAY HEIGHTS TRANSPORTATION PLAN, CAPITAL PLAN & IMPACT FEE - AIRWAY HEIGHTS, WA PROJECT SCHEDULE: 2020-Ongoing RELEVANCE TO SCOPE: Supported Housing Related Elements ARDURRA KEY STAFF: Bill White, Kylee Jones, Tevrin Fuller REFERENCE: Heather Trautman, City of Airway Heights, 509-244-2552, htrautman@cawh.org Ardurra has been the on -call engineer for Airway Heights for many years. Work initiated with a transportation plan to identify improvement needs, as based on development projections, travel forecasting, and capacity/safety performance analysis. Our staff then supported (and continues to support the City) with short and long-term capital plans with emphasis on 6-year priorities for inclusion in a transportation impact fee program (that Ardurra prepared). We continue service with impact fee updates, including support of code revisions, assessing impacts based on further traffic and land use analyses. Other notable actions include the planning of street, pedestrian, and bicycle networks; the preparation of City traffic impact fee standards; and the design and bidding of street projects; and development review. The City recently engaged Ardurra to develop another update to the City Transportation Plan, as well as support development of the transportation Element of the 2026 Comprehensive Plan Update. .. r .... e r r . 0 ..... a .... r r .. ..... r .. r ..... 0 .. r ... a ... r .... 0 ......... 0 r .. • r ............ 0 ... a . r ....... r ... • .. • ...... a .. r • ...... r ...err • .... r . r r . • .. ..... 0 ...... s e . r e . a r • .ere ... e . CITY OF CHENEY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - CHENEY, WA PROJECT SCHEDULE: 2024-Ongoing RELEVANCE TO SCOPE: Supported Housing Related Elements ARDURRA KEY STAFF: Bill White, Kylee Jones CONTACT NAME/TITLE: Ryan Hughes, Nexus Planning Services, (509) 822-9113, ryan@nexusplanningservices.com Ardurra,working with Nexus Planning Services, developed a comprehensive approach to updating Cheney's Comprehensive Plan, ensuring alignment with community priorities, state regulations and future growth needs. The scope of work includes: Data & Policy Review: Updating demographic, analyzing plans, and identifying policy gaps. Community Engagement: Stakeholder interviews, town halls, surveys, and outreach. » Plan Development & Implementation: Refining land use strategies, updating policies, and drafting an implementation road map. Environmental Review (SEPA): Preparing SEPA checklists and supporting public hearings for approval. • • .. • e .... • .. • r e e • .. • . r .. • r r r e .. r . r .. r ... • .. • .... a e r r . • • e . • .. • r r r r • ... r .. • e a • .. • .. • .. • . s . r r e . • .. s a . ► • . e .. • • •ere .. a r a e . r .. a .. a e .. e . r e r a • .. • . e r r r r . • .. • a . a e s • ... • .. • e a ..... • . e e r PARK COUNTY LAND USE PLAN - PARK COUNTY, WY PROJECT SCHEDULE: 2021-2023 RELEVANCE TO SCOPE: Data Analysis ARDURRA KEY STAFF: Brian Clarkson CONTACT NAME/TITLE: Darcie White, Director, 303-830- 2890, dwhite@clarionassociates.com Our team provided GIS services to Park County in support of their updated Land Use Plan. In addition to providing GIS mapping and custom online applications, our GIS Team completed a land -use suitability analysis for the County and helped to facilitate multiple public meetings. A series of online applications were developed to assist the County in analyzing access to utilities; current and future land use; natural, historic, and cultural resources; ownership; population growth; and zoning. These applications, as well as a series of static maps, have been an integral part of the development of the updated Park County Land Use Plan. Preview our work by visiting this link: httRs,://bit.1yZpc1up23 Request for Proposal for � Grant County Strategic Planning Consultant in IGran � County Strategy c I nnis > Consultant �� ins - ns PROJECT GOALS Grant County is developing its Homeless Housing Five -Year Strategic Plan and updating the housing element of the Comprehensive Plan to create a structured, data -driven approach for addressing housing affordabilty and homelessness. These planning efforts are essential in establishing clear priorities, aligning with state and local policies, and ensuring that resources are directed toward meaningful, long-term solutions. Ardurra will serve as an extension of County staff, providing strategic guidance, technical expertise, and facilitation support to help bring these efforts to completion. Our role includes refining plan language, structuring recommendations, organizing key data, and ensuring that stakeholder discussions lead to actionable outcomes. By working closely with the Homeless Housing Task Force and the County Commissioners, we will help transform the ongoing efforts into well -structured, implementable plans that serve as a roadmap for housing policies and programs in the County. Our support will focus on several key areas: ensuring that housing and homelessness data is clearly presented and directly informs policy recommendations, facilitating meaningful engagement to build consensus, and finalizing plans with clear implementation strategies. Through this STRATEGIC PLAN PROCESS Strategic Planning for Housing Solu idn I. Grant County is eying the foundation for long term, data -driven housing policies that affordabilty and stabilit collaborative process, we will ensure that the final documents reflect Grant County's priorities and serve as effective tools for guiding future decision -making and investment in housing solutions. PROJECT ANALYSIS Data Organization & Plan Structuring Housing and homelessness planning requires a strong foundation of accurate, well -organized data that directly informs policy decisions. Grant County has collected valuable information throughout this process, and the next step is to structure and present this data in a way that supports clear, evidence -based strategies. The Five -Year Strategic Plan must integrate service capacity data, funding availability, and demographic trends to ensure that recommendations are rooted in real-time housing needs. Similarly, the Comprehensive Plan update must incorporate growth projections, zoning considerations, and housing market trends to ensure a long-term, sustainable approach to housing development. Collaboration &I I Data -Driven Stakeholder Integration,,. Analysis ��1: � Engagement Strategic Planning & 11 Implementation • Coordinating with local Collecting & analyzing Facilitating discussions Developing actionable governments, task forces relevant housing & with the Task Force, recommendations & stakeholders demographic data Commissioners & • Aligning plan outcomes • Leveraging existing • Utilizing GIS mapping community partners with County strategic partnerships for for spatial insights Ensuring diverse voices goals efficiency • Supporting informed are heard and included Ensuring feasibility & • Ensuring alignment with decision -making Building consensus for a long-term impact Grant County objectives with evidence -based shared vision strategies 0410191 1 ! ! Request for Proposal for 0 Grant County Strategic Planning Consultant f� r D a 1 10 Grant County strategy- Plannineg, Consultant HOUSING IN THE CAPITOL DISTRICT AFFO[w"LE H0l1t51444 UNITMARKET RATE MULTIFAMILY SINGLE FAMILY SALES IN THE LAST 5rEARS o - J A A 45% & 53% 58% - -.... --- - --------- ........ PHORNP( PROVIDE/ PROGRAMS FOR. Of]7 / �__.... �_....._`_...__._... Muhl -Family Housing -Cr r- 12% 7 O } .... w• u Weti Seniors and Persons with / o , r• , 4 DisabilitiesY. p o Affordable Rental Housing 88 Program Section 8 Housing Choice 205Y. 58% Voucher Program..., Scattered Sites ^� .Z. 1' 1 .t. 8� ^ A ... �42% ° •„+�,�' ho Homeownership Program ^-^ City of Phoenix data trends reveal how dernographics, zoning, and rear et shifts shape long -terra planning, Ardurra will refine, structure, and present this data to ensure that key findings are clear, accessible, and actionable. This includes reviewing and synthesizing existing data from Task Force meetings, previous County plans, and housing assessments to ensure alignment with best practices and County priorities. We will also work to strengthen the link between data insights and policy recommendations, ensuring that findings are not just descriptive but serve as a basis for meaningful action. By structuring the available information into a clear, well -organized framework, we will help Grant County transform complex data into a cohesive strategy that supports effective decision -making. Why This Matters: A clear, data -driven strafe ensures Grant County can tackle gY s housing challenges with sustainable, equitable solutions —guiding policy, unlocking funding, and fostering long-term stability. Facilitation & Consensus -Building The success of these planning efforts depends on the ability to engage stakeholders in a meaningful way, build consensus around priorities, and ensure that final recommendations reflect both technical expertise and community needs. The Homeless Housing Task Force includes representatives from diverse sectors, including County government, housing providers, service organizations, and individuals with lived experience of homelessness. Bringing together these voices and ensuring that their input translates into actionable recommendations requires structured facilitation and well - organized stakeholder engagement. Ardurra will provide facilitation support to help guide discussions toward clear, consensus -driven outcomes. We will work closely with the Homeless Housing Task Force, County leadership, and other key stakeholders to refine priorities, resolve any outstanding issues, and ensure that the final plans reflect a broad yet unified vision. This process will include facilitating discussions around policy recommendations, funding strategies, and programmatic priorities, ensuring that all perspectives are integrated while maintaining a focus on actionable solutions. Our role will be to capture key takeaways and ensure that stakeholder input is effectively incorporated into plan refinements. Meeting Coordination & Participation As Grant County works toward finalizing these plans, meetings with the Homeless Housing Task Force and the County Commissioners will serve as the primary forum for refining plan recommendations, aligning priorities, and ensuring that the final documents reflect the County's vision for housing policy. Ardurra will support these efforts by attending and providing facilitation support at all required meetings, ensuring that discussions remain productive and outcome oriented. We will provide structured meeting summaries to document key takeaways, track decisions, and outline next steps. Additionally, we will help translate meeting outcomes into refined policy recommendations, ensuring that discussions lead to tangible improvements in both plans. Our goal is to keep the process moving efficiently while Community members sharing ideas at an area neighborhood redevelopment meeting. s Request for Proposal for 0 . Lei Grant County strategic Planning Consultant ' � • � . • •ram. _ r► � 75 n17 _ __ ensuring that all stakeholder input is captured and incorporated into the final documents. Drafting & Finalizing the Plans The final versions of the Homeless Housing Five -Year Strategic Plan and the housing element update of the Comprehensive Plan must be structured, clearly written, and ready for adoption. While significant progress has been made, ensuring that all recommendations are practical, implementable, and aligned with County priorities is essential. These documents must be more than just plans --they must serve as functional tools that guide the County's housing policies and programs over the coming years. Key Challenges Addressed: Ardurra's plans aim to tackle critical housing and homelessness challenges, focusing on creating sustainable housing solutions, improving accessibility, and addressing the growing demand for affordable housing options in the region. Ardurra will work with County staff to refine the draft documents, ensure clarity and consistency, and validate all recommendations to ensure they are both realistic and measurable. We will also help align final plan components with available funding opportunities and implementation resources, ensuring that policy recommendations are not only feasible but positioned for execution. Our team will ensure that the final deliverables are clear, well -structured, and actionable, providing County leadership with a strong foundation for moving forward. KEY OUTCOMES At the conclusion of this project, Grant County will have two well -structured, stakeholder -supported plans that provide a clear roadmap for housing policy implementation. The Homeless Housing Five -Year Strategic Plan will offer defined policy goals, measurable strategies, and a structured approach to addressing homelessness and housing stability. The Comprehensive Plan housing element update will ensure that long-term housing policies align with state requirements, County growth projections, and broader economic development goals. Through collaboration, facilitation, and technical expertise, Ardurra will ensure that these plans transition from draft to implementation -ready documents; By working as an extension of County staff, we will provide the structure and guidance needed to complete this process efficiently and effectively, ensuring that Grant County has the tools and strategies necessary to address its housing challenges with clarity and confidence. a Request for Proposed for I -0111 :agrant County Strategic Planning Consultant � a Grant County Strategic Planning, Consultant Ardurra brings a highly integrated, multi -disciplinary team with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with local governments, community stakeholders, and planning task forces. Our team already has an established working relationship with Grant County through several members who have worked closely with the County on past projects. This existing partnership allows us to hit the ground running, ensuring a smoother, more efficient collaboration with the Grant County Homeless Housing Task Force, the Grant County Board of Commissioners, and the homeless coalition partners. With extensive experience in strategic planning, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement, Ardurra's team members bring a diverse skill set that is aligned with the needs of the County. This enables us to offer comprehensive support across all phases of the project, from data gathering and analysis to documenting key recommendations. Our team is skilled in facilitating productive discussions among stakeholders, ensuring that all parties are aligned in the vision for the updated plan. COLLABORATION & INTEGRATION Ardurra has a long history of working with local government agencies and community stakeholders in the Northwest, successfully leading complex, collaborative planning projects. Our multi -disciplinary team ensures that Grant County objectives are met through careful coordination and constant communication. From data collection to drafting and finalizing recommendations, we will ensure that all team members work together towards a unified goal. Ardurra's team consists of experts in GIS mapping, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and project management, all of which are essential for supporting Grant County in refining and updating the Homeless Housing Plan. We pride ourselves on our flexibility and ability to adapt to the specific needs of the Task Force and County Commissioners throughout the process. GIS mapping is a core strength of Ardurra's team. We utilize geospatial analysis to assess, trends, visualize data, and support strategic decision-rnaKing for housing and infrastructur 'planning. _ o� ere�4d41e� 1J Mr-60f= �� ilNeMilMM o� prFMl.11aMw �. l�tl�grws lR.{. tlw9�fR M Adams S1 ran St a . Request for Proposal for M Grant County Strategic Planning Consultant M1 Grant r'L unt St at'"`a.i is Planning 3 onsWfi.sE t COMMITMENT TO DELIVERING HIGH -QUALITY, COLLABORATE OUTCOMES Our team's ability to work seamlessly across disciplines allows us to approach complex challenges with a holistic perspective. By integrating data -driven insights with community -centered engagement, we ensure that the Plan is both effective and reflective of the diverse needs of the community. Through ongoing collaboration with the homeless Housing Task Force, County Commissioners, and other stakeholders, we will assist in crafting an updated plan that reflects the priorities of all involved while ensuring its alignment with Grant County's overall strategic goals. Ardurra is committed to delivering a high -quality product that meets Grant County's specific goals within the established timeline and budget. Our team's expertise and experience will guide the successful completion of the project, ensuring that the final plan is both actionable and data -driven, empowering Grant County with the tools needed to address homelessness effectively. 01 Beyond compliance - towards real impact. Ardurra integrates data -driven insights with community -center engagements to ensure the updated plan is both effective and reflective of Grant County's needs. With expertise in GIS mapping, data analysis, and stakeholder collaboration, we :translate complex data into actionable strategies, supporting informed decision - ,making. Committed to delivering high -quality results on time and within budget, our proven success across the Northwest ensures innovative, tailored solutions that drive lasting impact. act. -W it, Request for Proposal for Grant o my �trot gigPlanning Consultant r Grant ounty ac Planning Consultant APPENDIX A Submittal Information Form Project Name: Strategic Planning Consultant for Grant County Firm /Business Ardurra Group, Inc. Name: Address: 1717 S. Rustle Street, Suite 201 City, State, Zip: Spokane, WA Phone: Fax: Company Web Site: (509) 319-2580 www.ardurra.com Fed. Tax ID Number: Unified Business Identifier D/M/WBE Certification Number: Number: 59-1782900 65-014-501 Year Firm/Business Established: 1984 Contact Person Regarding This Submittal's Information: Kylee Jones - (509) 319-2580 - kjonesgardurra.com Firm Type: ❑ Sole Proprietor ❑ Partnership M C — Corp. Corp. ❑ Limited Liability Company ❑ Limited Partnership ❑ Subchapter S Firm Name: Please ensure that the firm name listed is the same that is legally assigned to the federal tax ID number. Please do not use DBAs, Doing Business As, Combination names when two firms are working together, derivatives of your legal name, Acronyms, etc. Unified Business Identifier (UBI) Number: If your firm does not have a UBI number for Washington State, please put pending in the box. If you are awarded the contract, you will be required to acquire a UBI number. Submittal Information Form Request for Proposal for Grant County Strategic Planning Consultant ss ��{{ yCounty Planning 55 tant � Staff Qualifications/Experience: } KYLEE JONES, AICP,, ENV=SP PROJECT MANAGER T-7 I J Kylee is an Urban & Sustainable Transportation Project Manager with expertise in urban planning-, sustainable mobil- ity, and public engagement. With a master's in Sustainable Transportation form the University oil Vashi ngton, she has led key initiatives, including managing a multi -million -dollar EV charging grant and overseeing a 0 million Federal transportation improvement program, A champion of equitable community engagement, l ylee has developed and implemented outreach strategies that bring diverse voices into planning processes. Her experience atWSDOT and T C str enr , en` r ability foster co lclbo�° tr n, ensuring planning sol t ons reelect community needs. At Ardurra, she continues to drive i paCtfulg people -center planning efforts. EDUCATION: RELEVANT EXPERIENCE INAST S stainer le » U.S. 2 Multi -modal & Pedestrian Enhancement Project, Phases 1-11 - Transportation, University of Airway Heights, WA Vil shington » Make Beacon Hill Public - Trailhead Revitalization & Enhanced Pedestrian Crossing Engagement Support - Spokane, WA A, Urban & Regional P a » n;nrng, Eastern �a�h=�;��West Plains Transportation Network Plan -Airway Heights, WA } �r, UUniversity» City of Lewiston Traffic Impact Fees - Lewiston, ID » Phoenix 1-10 West & CAPEX Light Rail: Transit Oriented Communities REGISTRATION Project -Phoenix, AZ / CERTIFICATION » Town of Twisp .09 Infrastructure Grant Application - Twisp, WA » 2023 University District Public Development Authority (UDPDA) DOT Certified Planner:SSS SMART Grant Application - Spokane, WA » WaterSMART Water & Energy Efficiency Grant (WEEG) Project - Fort Collins, CO » City of Stonecrest Civic Area Preliminary Planning - Stonecrest, GA » Airway Heights Environmental Justice & Equity Analysis Report - Airway Heights, WA » Spokane Regional Electrification Grant Project - Spokane, WA* » Transportation Improvement Program Manager - Spokane, WA* » SRTC Public Participation Plan - Spokane, WA* » SRTC Equity Planning Framework - Spokane, WA* » Regional Freight Mobility Study - Spokane, WA* » Metropolitan Transportation Plan Community Engagement Plan - Spokane, WA* » North Spokane Corridor Placemaking & Community Engagement - Spokane, WA* ., Request for Proposal for Grant t County Strategic Planning Consultant ti Grant County 5t at gic Planning Consultant EDUCATION: A , Publ c Administration, r _ , Environmental loc Cr%st .rn '�w hinaft n U; iversitR E� REGISTRATION / CERTIFICATION i'f ety€ r i ;' s s le ss, rdin iOn, ee�lr « fir k �I successful Outcomes, RELEVANT EXPERIENCE FHWA - Bigelow Gulch EA Updates NEPA and Federal Permitting - Spokane County, WA West Plains Public Development Authority Wetland Bank Prospectus and Inventory Wetlands Delineation - Spokane, WA Love's Travel Stops Wetland Mitigation Plan - Moses Lake, WA Qualified Wetlands Specialist Newman Lake Water Quality Testing and State of the Lake Report, Biological Assessment - Newman Lake, WA LSD j Senior PEA Colville River Floodplain Restoration NEPA and Federal Permitting - Ouali ied Author Stevens County, WA EDUCATION; Engineering Vanderbilt U x i3 `ro! y >.s nj e£ It i 3 y With 28 years In transportation ortaton consulting, 11 has manage p. lec's ro# public agencies and private clients across the western U.S, He specializes In safety reports multi -modal plans, traffic design, and IcOmplete streets, A skilled funding specialist, he writes grants and develops impact fee studies, rd nances-, and capital programs. Experienced in stakeholder engagement, he drives successful project oufcomesx RELEVANT EXPERIENCE U.S. 2 Multi -modal Improvement Project, Craig to Garfield - Airway Heights, WA Addiston Street Corridor, Pedestrian/Bike Improvements - Spokane, WA loth Ave. Multi -modal Design & Signal, Garfield to Hayford - Airway Heights, WA Albion Drive & SR-27 Roundabout - Pullman, WA City of Cheney Transportation Circulation Plan - Cheney, WA ARDURRA Request for Proposal for Grant County Strategic Planning Consultant <40 R 1) ILI R I/` www.ardurra.com March 31, 2025 Caitlin E. Manell Deputy Clerk of The Board Grant County Commissioner's Office 35CSt. NW P.O. Box 37 Ephrata, WA 98823 RE: BUDGET PROPOSAL FOR GRANT COUNTY STRATEGIC PLANNING CONSULTANT Dear Ms. Manell, We are pleased to present this Budget Proposal to Grant County for Strategic Planning Consultant services in support of the Homeless Housing Five -Year Strategic Plan and Comprehensive Plan housing element update. The following includes our proposed team, tasks as they relate to the needs of your team, and estimated fee. Ardurra Personnel Project Principal- SeniorPlanner & Data Manager••' Task ' Task Description I Account. Total Brian Hours Jones ;.Clarkson Cost $195.00 $280.00 $260.00 $125.00 $220.00 $150.00 Project Task 1 Management & 8 0 0 2 2 5 17 $3,000 Coordination Kick Off & Task 2 Information 16 0 2 20 4 0 42 $7,020 Gathering Facilitation & Task 3 Engagement 25 0 2 30 2 0 59 $9,585 Support Document Task 4 Refinement & 25 2 4 30 2 0 63 $10,665 Preparation Miscellaneous Task 5 Services 6 2 2 8 2 0 20 $3,690 Requested Total•• Hours & Fee .1 4 10 •i 12 5 201961 We are happy to revise the cost estimates based on your needs. We look forward to working with you. Please feel free to contact me at,kiones@ardurra.com or (509) 319-2580 with any questions. Sincerely, Kylee Jones, AICP Ard u rra 1717 S Rustle Street, Suite 201 1 Spokane, WA 99224 � 509.319.2580 1 www.ardurra.corn