Title
Discussion and Selection of Contractor
Recommended Action
Move to select one of the three candidates who submitted proposals to the RFP and were interviewed completed an interview.
Report
Issue:
Whether to select a consultant to conduct an evaluation of the Parking and Business Improvement Area.
Staff Contact:
Jennica Machado, Economic Development Division Director, Community Planning & Economic Development, 360.753.8591
Presenter(s):
Jennica Machado, Economic Development Division Director
Background and Analysis:
During the September 3, 2025, meeting, the PBIA Advisory Board unanimously voted to move forward with the RFP presented by City staff to hire a consultant to conduct an evaluation of the Parking Business Improvement Area. The consultant will assess the structure, administration, and model of PBIA and provide recommendations for improvement or alternative models. During the October 1, 2025 PBIA meeting, the Advisory Board reviewed ten potential contractor candidates. After scoring each candidate, the top three were selected for an interview to determine who the best candidate would be to fulfill the PBIA contract. The PBIA Advisory Board will now proceed in the selection process after the interview.
Climate Analysis:
The need for a PBIA RFP consultant does not directly impact climate goals but could influence future decisions affecting sustainability downtown.
Equity Analysis:
Ensuring that PBIA Board members are actively involved in the selection process of the consultant ensures a broader and more equitable representation of downtown stakeholders. Choosing to make a selection without Board members could create disparities within the community.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
Ensuring that PBIA Board members are actively involved in the selection process of the consultant ensures a broader and more equitable representation of downtown stakeholders. Choosing to make a selection without Board members could create disparities wit...
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