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1 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR THE MANAGEMENT, OPERATION, AND PROGRAMMING OF RECREATIONAL SERVICES FOR THE TREASURE ISLAND GYMNASIUM, TREASURE ISLAND RFP #001 CONTACT: Richard A. Rovetti Background The Treasure Island Development Authority seeks proposals from Proposers with demonstrated experience in the management and operation of recreational facilities, and the programming of recreational services. The Authority is seeking an organization experienced in recreation provision and facilities management to staff and operate Building 402, the Treasure Island Gymnasium (the Gymnasium ) and develop continuous recreation and leisure programming that will meet the athletic and social needs of both the diverse population of Treasure and Yerba Buena Islands and other residents of the City and County of San Francisco. The contract period is anticipated to be three (3) years, with a possible extension of an additional three (3) years. The Contractor selected must be available to commence work on or before October 1, Schedule* RFP Issued Deadline for RFP questions Answers to RFP questions posted online Pre-Proposal Conference Deadline for proposals Contract award intent notification Contract begins (12 p.m. PT) (10 a.m. PT) (12 p.m. PT) *Each date subject to change. Check website for latest schedule. Treasure Island Development Authority, One Avenue of Palms, Treasure Island, San Francisco, CA (415) sftreasureisland.org

2 REQUEST FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR THE MANAGEMENT, OPERATION, AND PROGRAMMING OF RECREATIONAL SERVICES FOR THE TREASURE ISLAND GYMNASIUM, TREASURE ISLAND Table of Contents I. Introduction 2 II. Scope of Work 3 III. Proposal Submission Requirements 5 IV. Evaluation Criteria 7 V. Protest Procedures 9 VI. Additional Terms 10 RFP Attachments: A. Acknowledgement of RFP Terms and Conditions B. Authority s Professional Services Agreement document C. Authority s Sublease document D. TIHDI Workforce Hiring Plan 1

3 1. Introduction General terms used in this RFP. The Proposer refers to any entity submitting a proposal to this Request for Proposals ( RFP ). The Contractor refers to the Proposer awarded a contract for services under this RFP. 1.1 Statement of Need and Intent The Treasure Island Development Authority (the Authority ) seeks proposals from Proposers with demonstrated experience in the management and operation of recreational facilities, and in the related programming of recreational services. The Authority is seeking an organization experienced in recreation provision and facilities management to staff and operate the Gymnasium on a year-round basis and develop continuous recreation and leisure programming that will meet the athletic and social needs of both the diverse population of Treasure and Yerba Buena Islands and other residents of the City and County of San Francisco. The operator of the Gymnasium should maintain a high level of community engagement and act as a good neighbor to the larger Island community. The Gymnasium operator is expected to comply with the requirements of the Treasure Island Homeless Development Initiative (TIHDI) Workforce Hiring Plan, as set forth in Attachment D of this document, which requires job and job-training opportunities for low-income and formerly homeless individuals. 1.2 Background The Authority is a non-profit public benefit corporation created to act as the local reuse authority dedicated to the conversion and economic redevelopment of former Naval Station Treasure Island. The Authority is the Local Reuse Authority for Treasure Island and the Tidelands Trust trustee for the portions of Treasure Island /Yerba Buena Island (collectively the Islands ). Under a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Navy, pending transfer of the former naval base to the Authority, the Authority also performs and administers vital municipal services for the residential and daytime population during the interim reuse of the former military base. The Islands community is comprised of over 3,000 residents, including homeless and formerly homeless families residing in supportive housing and renters living in market-rate housing, as well as a large daytime population of employees and staff of various on-island commercial tenants and organizations. During its interim administration of the Island, the Authority seeks to provide social and recreation opportunities for the Island population through reuse of the former Naval facilities, including the Gymnasium. The Gymnasium is under a master lease to the Authority by the United States Navy, and use of the Gymnasium is subject and subordinate to the master lease. If the master lease terminates for any reason, the contracts awarded under this RFP would simultaneously terminate without cost or liability to the Authority. The Gymnasium is currently operated by a non-profit organization staffed by a Gymnasium Director and an assistant on a year round basis, and offers a variety of recreation and leisure programming, sports leagues, tournaments, organized competitions and after-school activities for Island residents and residents of the City and County of San Francisco. 2. Scope of Work 2

4 This scope of work is a general guide to the work the Authority expects to be performed, and is not a complete listing of all services that may be offered by a Proposer. The Authority is seeking an organization experienced in gymnasium/recreation center operation and community based recreation programming to provide staffing, operation and recreation & leisure programming to Island residents and workers and the general public at the Treasure Island Gymnasium. The Gymnasium is a 30,565 square foot building housing regulation basketball courts, four handball courts, accessible public restrooms, equipment and office space. The Gymnasium is the main public recreation and athletic facility for the population of the Islands, as well as a hub for organized activities and organized sports leagues available to Island residents and the City as a whole. The selected Contractor should be amenable to working in coordination with other on-island service providers in order to assure maximum utilization of the facility and access to programming by the entire Island community. Proposed recreation programming for the Gymnasium must provide diverse recreation and leisure opportunities that cater to families as well as individuals, promote a healthy lifestyle, offer appropriate year-round recreational opportunities to a variety of age groups, and establishes the Gymnasium as a community gathering location and community resource. Input and participation by Island residents and the various on-island community benefit organizations is highly encouraged for the initial planning and scheduling of recreation and leisure programming by the selected Contractor, and a method for regular community feedback should be established in order to assure that on-going and future planning and programming takes community needs and requests into consideration. The selected Contractor shall be required to comply with the TIHDI Workforce Hiring Plan attached hereto as Attachment F. The Authority reserves the right to work with the selected Contractor to establish appropriate programs and activities beneficial to the community. The Gymnasium shall be staffed at appropriate levels so as to assure convenient and regular year-round availability of the Gymnasium and associated recreation and leisure programming to the community. The Gymnasium operator shall be responsible for day to day maintenance and minor repairs to the Building. Major repairs, alterations and improvements shall require Authority s prior written approval. Utility expenses shall be the responsibility of the Authority. Under the terms of the contract, the Authority anticipates to provide up to, but not exceeding, One Hundred and Forty Five Thousand Dollars ($145,000) annually for operation and programming of the Gymnasium. The selected Contractor will be responsible for preparing an annual budget, including all costs of operations and maintenance (but excluding unforeseen damages/destruction and extraordinary capital costs). Current day-to-day access to the Gymnasium facility and use of its general programming is provided at no-cost to Island residents, workers and the general public. Organized leagues and special competitions and events organized by the current operator are fee-based in order to offset expenses associated with these leagues and events. Proposals should seek to maintain this general structure (of fee and no-fee uses), provided the Authority is interested in proposals that would increase revenues at the Gymnasium to offset increases in operating expenses.. The operator of the Gymnasium will be allowed to market and manage the Gymnasium for revenue-generating uses, such as private parties, sports tournaments, participation fees for organized leagues and spectator events and demonstrations. Certain improvements to the Gymnasium may enhance the viability of the facility for providing improved recreational activities for the community as well as the facility s desirability as a venue for revenue-generating uses such as those previously mentioned. Potential upgrades may include, but shall not necessarily be limited to the following: interior remodeling; restroom improvements; HVAC upgrades; improved signage; new exercise equipment; and new flooring. 3

5 Proposers are encouraged to include proposed terms under which specific facility upgrades could be funded via promotion, marketing and use of the Gymnasium as a venue for tournaments and special-event uses. The Scope of Work is to be used as a general guide and is not intended to be a complete list of all work or activities that a Proposer may wish to include in its proposal. The following are work tasks assumed necessary to operate and staff the Gymnasium and provide recreation and leisure programming for the Islands residents and the City and County of San Francisco. Proposing teams may suggest a modified scope as part of their proposal. 1. Establish and implement a day-to-day operations plan for the Gymnasium including, but not limited to, hours of operation, scheduled use of the facility for various activities and programming, staffing levels, protocol and rules for use of the facility by the public and plans for public-outreach initiatives. 2. Establish an inclusive recreation and leisure programming plan that addresses the needs of a diverse population, including planning, scheduling and establishing sports leagues, after- school and summertime activities. 3. Prepare an annual budget encompassing Gymnasium operation, staffing and recreation and leisure programming. This budget should clearly specify and detail the expenditure of the revenue provided by the Authority. This budget should also contemplate additional revenue generated by private rental of the Gymnasium, provide assumptions supporting projections of additional revenue, and specify the allocation of this additional revenue for Gymnasium operations, programming, and facility upgrades and improvements. 4

6 3. Proposal Submission Requirements 3.1 Time and Place for Submission of Proposals Proposals and all related materials must be received by Wednesday July 10, 2013 at 12 Noon PDT. Proposals shall be either delivered in person or mailed to: Treasure Island Development Authority RFP# 001 (Gymnasium Operations) Attn: Richard A. Rovetti One Avenue of Palms, Suite 241 San Francisco, CA Proposers shall submit one (1) original and five (5) copies of the proposal in an envelope clearly marked RFP# 001 (Gymnasium Operations) to the above location. Proposals that are submitted by fax or any electronic means will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be considered in judging the timeliness of submissions. Proposals submitted by or fax will not be accepted. Note that Proposers hand-delivering proposals to Treasure Island Development Authority may be required to open and make packages accessible for examination by security staff. 3.2 Proposal Package The following items must be included in your proposal and packaged in a box or envelope clearly marked RFP# 001 (Gymnasium Operations). Complete, but concise proposals, are recommended for ease of review by the Evaluation Team. Proposals should provide a straightforward, concise description of the Proposer s capabilities to satisfy the requirements of the RFP. Marketing and sales type information should be excluded. All parts, pages, figures, and tables should be numbered and clearly labeled. A. One Original printed Proposal (with original signatures) labeled as Original and five printed copies of Proposal labeled as Copy Firms interested in responding to this RFP must submit the following information, in the order specified below: 1. Introduction and Executive Summary (up to 2 pages) Submit a letter of introduction and executive summary of the proposal. The letter must be signed by a person authorized by your firm to obligate your firm to perform the commitments contained in the proposal. Submission of the letter will constitute a representation by your firm that your firm is willing and able to perform the commitments contained in the proposal. 2. Organizational Capacity, Organizational Experience and Project Approach (up to 10 pages) Provide the following information: 5

7 a. A description of the proposing agency and the agency mission; b. A description of the proposing agency s experience providing recreation and leisure programming to a diverse community and experience operating a similar public recreation and leisure facility; c. A description of the recreation and leisure programming proposed for the Treasure Island Gymnasium, including number of people and ages served, services and activities to be provided; and d. A description of the proposing agency s experience with job training programs and a description of any job-training programs proposed for integration with operation of the Treasure Island Gymnasium. 3. Financial Proposal (Up to 5 pages) Provide the following information: a. A projected start-up budget necessary to begin operation of the Gymnasium and provision of recreation and leisure services for the Gymnasium for the period from October 1, 2013 to June 30, 2018; b. A projected annual operating budget for successor years (if different), clearly stating assumptions underlying the projected operating expenses and revenues; and c. A description of projected revenue sources, including rentals, memberships, grants and other fundraising income. Clearly state assumptions underlying the projected revenue sources. 4. Experience with Community Involvement and Collaboration (up to 5 pages) Provide the following information: a. A description of prior experience in providing recreation and leisure programming to a diverse community which includes low-income and homeless or formerly homeless residents; and b. A description of prior experience in providing recreation and leisure programming for youth and children. 5. Commitment to Execution of Proposal (up to 5 pages) Provide the following information: a. Identify the initial key staff for this project and their experience; b. Attach a letter from your Executive Director supporting response to this RFP; c. Provide a timeline showing proposed start-up of gym operations and programming implementation, including ability to open Gymnasium and begin programming by or shortly after October 1,

8 6. Required Forms RFP Attachment A Acknowledgement of RFP Terms and Conditions 4. Evaluation Criteria This section describes the guidelines to be used for analyzing and evaluating the proposals. It is the Authority s intent to select Proposer(s) for contract negotiations that will provide the best overall service package to the Authority inclusive of fee considerations. Proposers selected for contract negotiations are not guaranteed a contract. This RFP does not in any way limit the Authority s right to solicit contracts for similar or identical services if, in the Authority s sole and absolute discretion, it determines the proposals are inadequate to satisfy its needs. 4.1 Evaluation Team Authority representatives and Island service provider representatives will serve as the Evaluation Team responsible for evaluating Proposers. Specifically, the team will be responsible for the evaluation and rating of the proposals, and for interviews, if desired by the Authority. 4.2 Proposal Evaluation Criteria (100 points) Each proposal will be evaluated in accordance with the criteria generally described above, and as more particularly described below. The proposals will be evaluated by a committee selected by the Authority, who will make a recommendation to the Authority Director for the start of negotiations. 1. Organizational Capacity, Organizational Experience and Project Approach (30 points) a. Proposer s experience providing recreation and leisure programming to a diverse community and experience operating a similar public recreation and leisure facility; b. Appropriateness, creativity, quality and diversity of the recreation and leisure programming proposed; and c. Number of people served by proposed programs. 2. Experience with Community Involvement and Collaboration (20 points) a. Prior experience working with diverse communities, and diversity of populations served by proposed programming; b Prior experience working providing recreation and leisure programming for youth and children; and c. Proposer s experience with job training programs and proposed job training integrated with operation of the Treasure Island Gymnasium. 7

9 3. Commitment to Execution of Proposal (20 points) a. Experience and qualifications of staff; and b. Ability to commence operations by or shortly after October 1, 2013 and otherwise satisfy the requirements of this RFP. 4. Financial Proposal (30 points) a. Start-up budget necessary to begin operation of the Gymnasium and programming; b. Projected annual operating budget and expense assumptions; and c. Proposed revenue sources, including rentals, memberships, grants and other fundraising income. 4.3 Contractor Selection Processes Selection Interviews The selection panel may, but is not required to, hold interviews. Up to two (2) of the highest scoring Proposers may be invited to interviews with the Evaluation Team. Interviews, if pursued by the Authority, will consist of standard questions asked of selected Proposers, and specific questions regarding individual proposals. If held, the interviews will be worth twenty five (25) points. Points awarded for interviews will be separate from the points awarded during the Proposal Evaluation process. The lead staff members that will be assigned to the project should be present for the interview. Other Terms and Conditions The selection of any Proposer for contract negotiations shall not imply acceptance by the Authority of all terms of the proposal, which may be subject to further negotiation. Any final contract must be approved by the Authority Board in its sole and absolute discretion. Selection for negotiations, and completion of contract negotiations by staff and the proposer, is no guarantee that the Authority Board will award a contract. The Authority will select the most qualified and responsive Proposer with whom the Authority staff will commence contract negotiations. If a satisfactory contract cannot be negotiated in a reasonable time with the selected Proposer, then the Authority, in its sole discretion, may terminate negotiations and begin contract negotiations with the next highest scoring Proposers it deems qualified or select an operator through some other process. The Authority reserves the right at any time to approve, disapprove, or modify proposed project plans, timelines and deliverables. 8

10 5. Protest Procedures 5.1 Protest of Non-Responsiveness Determination Within five (5) working days of the Authority's issuance of a notice of non-responsiveness, any Proposer that has submitted a proposal and believes that the Authority has incorrectly determined that its proposal is non-responsive may submit a written notice of protest by mail or (fax is not acceptable). Such notice of protest must be received by the Authority on or before the fifth (5 th ) working day following the Authority's issuance of the notice of nonresponsiveness. The notice of protest must include a written statement specifying in detail each and every one of the grounds asserted for the protest. The protest must be signed by an individual authorized to represent the Proposer, and must cite the law, rule, local ordinance, procedure or RFP provision on which the protest is based. In addition, the protestor must specify facts and evidence sufficient for the Authority to determine the validity of the protest. 5.2 Protest of Contract Award Within five (5) working days of the Authority's issuance of a notice of intent to award a contract under this RFP, any Proposer that has submitted a responsive proposal and believes that the Authority has incorrectly selected another Proposer for award may submit a written notice of protest by mail or (fax is not acceptable). Such notice of protest must be received by the Authority on or before the fifth (5 th ) working day after the Authority's issuance of the notice of intent to award a contract. The notice of protest must include a written statement specifying in detail each and every one of the grounds asserted for the protest. The protest must be signed by an individual authorized to represent the Proposer, and must cite the law, rule, local ordinance, procedure or RFP provision on which the protest is based. In addition, the protestor must specify facts and evidence sufficient for the Authority to determine the validity of the protest. 5.3 Delivery of Protests All protests must be received by the due date. If a protest is mailed, the protestor bears the risk of non-delivery within the deadlines specified herein. Protests should be transmitted by a means that will objectively establish the date the Authority received the protest. Protests or notice of protests made orally (e.g., by telephone) or by fax will not be considered. Protests must be delivered to: Treasure Island Development Authority RFP# 001 (Gymnasium Operations) Attn: Richard A. Rovetti One Avenue of Palms, Suite 241 San Francisco, CA Richard.Rovetti@sfgov.org 9

11 6. Additional Terms A. Errors and Omissions in RFP Proposers are responsible for reviewing all portions of this RFP. Proposers are to promptly notify the Authority, in writing, if the Proposer discovers any ambiguity, discrepancy, omission, or other error in the RFP. Any such notification should be directed to the Authority promptly after discovery, but in no event later than five working days prior to the date for receipt of proposals. Modifications and clarifications will be made by addenda as provided below. B. Inquiries Regarding RFP Inquiries regarding the RFP and all oral notifications of an intent to request written modification or clarification of the RFP, must be directed to: Treasure Island Development Authority RFP# 001 (Gymnasium Operations) Attn: Richard A. Rovetti One Avenue of Palms, Suite 241 San Francisco, CA C. Change Notices The Authority may modify the RFP, prior to the proposal due date, by issuing Change Notices, which will be posted on the website. The Proposer shall be responsible for ensuring that its proposal reflects any and all Change Notices issued by the Authority prior to the proposal due date regardless of when the proposal is submitted. Therefore, the Authority recommends that the Proposer consult the website frequently, including shortly before the proposal due date, to determine if the Proposer has downloaded all Change Notices. D. Revision of Proposal A Proposer may revise a proposal on the Proposer s own initiative at any time before the deadline for submission of proposals. The Proposer must submit the revised proposal in the same manner as the original. A revised proposal must be received on or before the proposal due date. In no case will a statement of intent to submit a revised proposal, or commencement of a revision process, extend the proposal due date for any Proposer. At any time during the proposal evaluation process, the Authority may require a Proposer to provide oral or written clarification of its proposal. The Authority reserves the right to make an award without further clarifications of proposals received. E. Proposer s Obligations under the Campaign Reform Ordinance Proposers must comply with Section of the S.F. Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code, which states: 10

12 No person who contracts with the City and County of San Francisco for the rendition of personal services, for the furnishing of any material, supplies or equipment to the City, or for selling any land or building to the City, whenever such transaction would require approval by a City elective officer, or the board on which that City elective officer serves, shall make any contribution to such an officer, or candidates for such an office, or committee controlled by such officer or candidate at any time between commencement of negotiations and the later of either (1) the termination of negotiations for such contract, or (2) three months have elapsed from the date the contract is approved by the City elective officer or the board on which that City elective officer serves. If a Proposer is negotiating for a contract that must be approved by an elected local officer or the board on which that officer serves, during the negotiation period the Proposer is prohibited from making contributions to: the officer s re-election campaign a candidate for that officer s office a committee controlled by the officer or candidate. The negotiation period begins with the first point of contact, either by telephone, in person, or in writing, when a contractor approaches any city officer or employee about a particular contract, or a city officer or employee initiates communication with a potential contractor about a contract. The negotiation period ends when a contract is awarded or not awarded to the contractor. Examples of initial contacts include: (1) a vendor contacts a city officer or employee to promote himself or herself as a candidate for a contract; and (2) a city officer or employee contacts a contractor to propose that the contractor apply for a contract. Inquiries for information about a particular contract, requests for documents relating to a Request for Proposal, and requests to be placed on a mailing list do not constitute negotiations. Violation of Section may result in the following criminal, civil, or administrative penalties: 1. Criminal. Any person who knowingly or willfully violates section is subject to a fine of up to $5,000 and a jail term of not more than six months, or both. 2. Civil. Any person who intentionally or negligently violates section may be held liable in a civil action brought by the civil prosecutor for an amount up to $5, Administrative. Any person who intentionally or negligently violates section may be held liable in an administrative proceeding before the Ethics Commission held pursuant to the Charter for an amount up to $5,000 for each violation. For further information, Proposers should contact the San Francisco Ethics Commission at (415) F. Sunshine Ordinance In accordance with S.F. Administrative Code Section 67.24(e), contractors bids, responses to RFPs and all other records of communications between the City and persons or firms seeking contracts shall be open to inspection immediately after a contract has been awarded. Nothing in this provision requires the disclosure of a 11

13 private person s or organization s net worth or other proprietary financial data submitted for qualification for a contract or other benefits until and unless that person or organization is awarded the contract or benefit. Information provided which is covered by this paragraph will be made available to the public upon request. G. Public Access to Meetings and Records If a Proposer is a non-profit entity that receives a cumulative total per year of at least $250,000 in City funds or City-administered funds and is a non-profit organization as defined in Chapter 12L of the S.F. Administrative Code, the Proposer must comply with Chapter 12L. The Proposer must include in its proposal (1) a statement describing its efforts to comply with the Chapter 12L provisions regarding public access to Proposer s meetings and records, and (2) a summary of all complaints concerning the Proposer s compliance with Chapter 12L that were filed with the City in the last two years and deemed by the City to be substantiated. The summary shall also describe the disposition of each complaint. If no such complaints were filed, the Proposer shall include a statement to that effect. Failure to comply with the reporting requirements of Chapter 12L or material misrepresentation in Proposer s Chapter 12L submissions shall be grounds for rejection of the proposal and/or termination of any subsequent Agreement reached on the basis of the proposal. H. Reservations of Rights by the Authority The issuance of this RFP does not constitute an agreement by the Authority that any contract will actually be entered into by the Authority. The Authority expressly reserves the right at any time to: 1. Waive or correct any defect or informality in any response, proposal, or proposal procedure; 2. Reject any or all proposals; 3. Reissue a Request for Proposals; 4. Prior to submission deadline for proposals, modify all or any portion of the selection procedures, including deadlines for accepting responses, the specifications or requirements for any materials, equipment or services to be provided under this RFP, or the requirements for contents or format of the proposals; 5. Procure any materials, equipment or services specified in this RFP by any other means; or 6. Determine that no project will be pursued. I. No Waiver No waiver by the Authority of any provision of this RFP shall be implied from any failure by the Authority to recognize or take action on account of any failure by a Proposer to observe any provision of this RFP. J. Local Business Enterprise Goals and Outreach There are no Local Business Enterprise goals required of this RFP. 12

14 K. Standard Contract Provisions The successful Proposer will be required to enter into a contract substantially in the form of the Agreement for Professional Services, attached hereto as Attachment B, and a sublease substantially in the form of the Sublease attached hereto as Attachment C. L. Conflicts of Interest The successful Proposer will be required to agree to comply fully with and be bound by the applicable provisions of state and local laws related to conflicts of interest, including Section of the City's Charter, Article III, Chapter 2 of City s Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code, and Section et seq. and Section 1090 et seq. of the Government Code of the State of California. The successful Proposer will be required to acknowledge that it is familiar with these laws; certify that it does not know of any facts that constitute a violation of said provisions; and agree to immediately notify the City if it becomes aware of any such fact during the term of the Agreement. 13

15 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR THE MANAGEMENT, OPERATION, AND PROGRAMMING OF RECREATIONAL SERVICES FOR THE TREASURE ISLAND GYMNASIUM, TREASURE ISLAND RFP #001 ATTACHMENT A - Acknowledgement of RFP Terms and Conditions 14

16 RFP ATTACHMENT A: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RFP TERMS AND CONDITIONS HOW TO RESPOND TO THIS ATTACHMENT By submitting a Proposal, the Proposer, on behalf of itself and its Partners/Subconsultants acknowledges and agrees that: 1. PROPOSER AUTHORIZATION: The signatories are authorized by the Proposer to make representations for the Proposer and to obligate the Proposer to perform the commitments contained in its Proposal. 2. PROPOSER SELECTION: Based on Proposals received to this Request for Proposals (RFP), it is the intent of the Treasure Island Development Authority (the Authority ) to select the highest scoring and most responsive Proposer for contract negotiations. This RFP does not in any way limit the City s right to solicit contracts for similar or identical services if, in the City s sole and absolute discretion, it determines Proposals received are inadequate to satisfy its needs. 3. CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS: The City will select the highest scoring Proposer(s) with whom the Authority staff will commence contract negotiations. If a satisfactory contract cannot be negotiated in a reasonable time with the selected Proposer, then the Authority, in its sole discretion, may terminate negotiations and begin contract negotiations with next highest scoring Proposer. The selection of any Proposer for contract negotiation shall not imply acceptance by the City of all terms of the Proposal, which may be subject to further negotiation and approvals before the City may be legally bound thereby. 4. NO GUARANTEE OF WORK OR COMPENSATION: There is no guarantee of a minimal amount of work or compensation for any of the Proposers selected for contract negotiations. 5. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS AND REGULATIONS: It must comply with all applicable State, Federal, and local laws. In the event any governmental restrictions may be imposed which would necessitate alteration of the material, quality, workmanship or performance of the items offered on this Proposal prior to their delivery, it shall be the responsibility of the successful Proposer to notify the City at once, indicating in their letter the specific regulation which required such alterations. The City reserves the right to accept any such alterations, including any price adjustments occasioned thereby, or to cancel the contract. 6. STAFFING: The key individuals listed and identified in the Proposal will be performing the work and will not be substituted with other personnel or reassigned to another project by the Proposer/Contractor without the City s prior approval or request. The City, in its sole discretion, shall have the right to review and approve all staff assigned to provide services throughout the duration of the contracts negotiated under this RFP. Such approval by the City will not be unreasonably withheld. If selected for interviews, the Proposer s key individuals, including partner/subconsultant representatives, will be required to meet with the City prior to selection for contract negotiations. 7. LEAD ROLE: The selected Proposer(s) will be expected to take the lead role in project management and staff coordination. Proposals should factor this assumption into pricing. 8. LBE SUBCONSULTING GOAL: The requirements of the Local Business Enterprise (LBE) and Non-Discrimination in Contracting Ordinance set forth in Chapter 14B of the San Francisco Administrative Code as it now exists or as it may be amended in the future (collectively the LBE Ordinance ) shall apply to this RFP. The City s Human Rights Commission (HRC) Local Business Enterprise subconsulting goal for this project is waived. 9. CITY S APPROVAL RIGHTS OVER SUBCONSULTANTS AND SUBCONSULTANT PAYMENTS: The City has approval rights over the use of all subconsultants. Proposers must identify all subconsultants in their Proposal and these subconsultants must conform to all City policies regarding subconsultants. Furthermore, each Proposer understands, acknowledges, and agrees that if it subcontracts with a third party for services, the Proposer accepts responsibility for full and prompt payment to the third party. Any dispute between the Proposer and the third party, including any payment dispute, will be promptly remedied by the Proposer. Failure to promptly remedy or to make prompt Attachment A - Page 1 of 6

17 RFP ATTACHMENT A: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RFP TERMS AND CONDITIONS payment to a third party (subconsultant) may result in the withholding of funds from the Proposer by the City. 10. CITY RESOURCES: The City will arrange for contractor s access to equipment and data as deemed appropriate by the City. 11. ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS: see Attachment B It must fulfill the City s administrative requirements for doing business with the City prior to contract award. Fulfillment is defined as completion, submission and approval by applicable City agencies of the forms and requirements referenced in Attachment III. 12. THE CITY S TERMS AND CONDITIONS: see Attachment B. It is willing and able to meet all of the City s terms and conditions as stated in the City s standard professional services agreement ( Agreement ) template (see Attachment B). Proposers wishing to negotiate modification of other terms and conditions must attach a copy of the City s Agreement referring to the specific portion of the Agreement to be changed, and show proposed changes (deleted sections with a strikeover and added sections in boldface type). The City s selection of any Proposer who proposes changes to the City s Agreement terms shall not be deemed as acceptance of the Proposer s proposed changes. 13. TERM OF COST AND WORK EFFORT ESTIMATE: Submission of a Proposal signifies that the proposed services and prices are valid for two years from the City s notice of intent to award a contract from this RFP and that the quoted prices are genuine and not the result of collusion or any other anticompetitive activity. The City may award contract(s), based on Proposals received without discussion. A Proposer s initial cost and work effort estimate should, therefore, be based on the most favorable terms available. The City reserves the right to accept other than the lowest price offer and reject all Proposals that are not responsive to this RFP. 14. RELEASE OF LIABILITY: The Proposer hereby releases all individuals, entities and firms from all claims and losses that may arise from said individuals, entities or firms providing information, comments, or conclusions to inquiries that the City and County of San Francisco may make regarding the qualifications of any individual or firm seeking to be selected as a consultant or subconsultant in connection with this RFP. This release is freely given and will be applicable whether or not the responses by said individuals, entities or firms are accurate or not, or made willfully or negligently. 15. FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROPOSAL COSTS: The City accepts no financial responsibility for any costs incurred by a firm in responding to this RFP. Proposals will become the property of the City and may be used by the City in any way deemed appropriate. 16. PROJECT TIMELINE: Actual contract periods may vary, depending upon service and project needs. Any Proposer selected for a contract must be available to commence work no later than July 15, This RFP provides the City with the ability to exercise options allowing for a total contract period of 5 years. It will be the responsibility of any Proposer selected for contract negotiations to disclose, before negotiations commence, any limitations that may impact its ability to complete work in accordance with anticipated deliverables and timelines. 17. OBJECTIONS TO RFP TERMS: Should a Proposer object on any ground to any provision or legal requirement set forth in this RFP, the Proposer must, not more than ten (10) calendar days after the RFP is issued, provide written notice to the Authority setting forth with specificity the grounds for the objection. The failure of a Proposer to object in the manner set forth in this paragraph shall constitute a complete and irrevocable waiver of any such objection. 18. EXCEPTIONS TO THIS RFP: All information requested in this RFP must be supplied. Proposers may clearly identify any exceptions to the RFP in this section and must provide a written explanation to include the scope of the exceptions, the ramifications of the exceptions for the City, and the description of Attachment A - Page 2 of 6

18 RFP ATTACHMENT A: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RFP TERMS AND CONDITIONS the advantages or disadvantages to the City as a result of exceptions. The City, in its sole discretion, may reject any exceptions or specifications within the Proposal. Proposers may also provide supplemental information, if necessary, to assist the City in analyzing Proposals. 19. ERRORS AND OMISSIONS IN RFP: Proposers are responsible for reviewing all portions of this RFP. Proposers are to promptly notify the Authority, in writing, if the Proposer discovers any ambiguity, discrepancy, omission or other error in the RFP. Any such notification should be directed to the Authority promptly after discovery, but in no event later than five (5) working days prior to the date for receipt of Proposals. Modifications and clarifications will be made by addenda as provided below. 20. INQUIRIES AND COMMUNICATIONS REGARDING RFP: Inquiries regarding the RFP and all communications including notifications related to, exceptions or objections to, or of an intent to request written modification or clarification of, the RFP must be directed by mail or (fax is not acceptable) to: Treasure Island Development Authority RFP# 001 (Gymnasium Operations) Attn: Richard A. Rovetti One Avenue of Palms, Suite 241 Treasure Island San Francisco, CA Richard.rovetti@sfgov.org 21. CHANGE NOTICES: The Authority may modify the RFP, prior to the Proposal due date, by issuing written addenda. Addenda will be posted on the Contract Opportunities section of the Authority website at: sftreasureisland.org. The Authority will make reasonable efforts to post notification of modifications in a timely manner. Notwithstanding this provision, the Proposer shall be responsible for ensuring that its Proposal reflects any and all addenda issued by the Authority prior to the Proposal due date regardless of when the Proposal is submitted. Therefore, the City recommends that the Proposer call the Authority or check the Authority website before submitting its Proposal to determine if the Proposer is aware of all addenda. 22. REVISION OF PROPOSAL: Proposer may revise a Proposal on the Proposer s own initiative at any time before the deadline for Proposals. The Proposer must submit the revised Proposal in the same manner as the original. A revised Proposal must be received on or before the Proposal due date. 23. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST: The successful Proposer will be required to agree to comply fully with and be bound by the applicable provisions of state and local laws related to conflicts of interest, including Section of the City's Charter, Article III, Chapter 2 of City s Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code, and Section et seq. and Section 1090 et seq. of the Government Code of the State of California. The successful Proposer will be required to acknowledge that it is familiar with these laws; certify that it does not know of any facts that constitute a violation of said provisions; and agree to immediately notify the City if it becomes aware of any such fact during the term of the Agreement. Individuals who will perform work for the City on behalf of the successful Proposer might be deemed consultants under state and local conflict of interest laws. If so, such individuals will be required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests, California Fair Political Practices Commission Form 700, to the City within ten calendar days of the City notifying the successful Proposer that the City has selected the Proposer. PROPOSERS ARE STRONGLY ADVISED TO CONSULT WITH THEIR LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING THEIR ELIGIBILITY TO SUBMIT A PROPOSAL FOR THIS RFP OR SUBSEQUENT RFQS/RFPS. 24. PROPOSER S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE CAMPAIGN REFORM ORDINANCE: Proposers must comply with Section of the S.F. Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code, which states: Attachment A - Page 3 of 6

19 RFP ATTACHMENT A: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RFP TERMS AND CONDITIONS No person who contracts with the City and County of San Francisco for the rendition of personal services, for the furnishing of any material, supplies or equipment to the City, or for selling any land or building to the City, whenever such transaction would require approval by a City elective officer, or the board on which that City elective officer serves, shall make any contribution to such an officer, or candidates for such an office, or committee controlled by such officer or candidate at any time between commencement of negotiations and the later of either (1) the termination of negotiations for such contract, or (2) three months have elapsed from the date the contract is approved by the City elective officer or the board on which that City elective officer serves. If a Proposer is negotiating for a contract that must be approved by an elected local officer or the board on which that officer serves, during the negotiation period the Proposer is prohibited from making contributions to: the officer s re-election campaign a candidate for that officer s office a committee controlled by the officer or candidate. The negotiation period begins with the first point of contact, either by telephone, in person, or in writing, when a contractor approaches any city officer or employee about a particular contract, or a city officer or employee initiates communication with a potential contractor about a contract. The negotiation period ends when a contract is awarded or not awarded to the contractor. Examples of initial contacts include: (i) a vendor contacts a city officer or employee to promote himself or herself as a candidate for a contract; and (ii) a city officer or employee contacts a contractor to propose that the contractor apply for a contract. Inquiries for information about a particular contract, requests for documents relating to a Request for Qualifications or Proposals, and requests to be placed on a mailing list do not constitute negotiations. Violation of Section may result in the following criminal, civil, or administrative penalties: a) Criminal. Any person who knowingly or willfully violates section is subject to a fine of up to $5,000 and a jail term of not more than six months, or both. b) Civil. Any person who intentionally or negligently violates section may be held liable in a civil action brought by the civil prosecutor for an amount up to $5,000. c) Administrative. Any person who intentionally or negligently violates section may be held liable in an administrative proceeding before the Ethics Commission held pursuant to the Charter for an amount up to $5,000 for each violation. For further information, Proposers should contact the San Francisco Ethics Commission at (415) SUNSHINE ORDINANCE: In accordance with San Francisco Administrative Code 67.24(e), contracts, contractors bids, responses to solicitations and all other records of communications between City and persons or firms seeking contracts, shall be open to inspection immediately after a contract has been awarded. Nothing in this provision requires the disclosure of a private person or organization s net worth or other proprietary financial data submitted for qualification for a contract or other benefit until and unless that person or organization is awarded the contract or benefit. Information provided which is covered by this paragraph will be made available to the public upon request. Proposer understands that any writing presented under this RFP may be subject to public disclosure. Attachment A - Page 4 of 6

20 RFP ATTACHMENT A: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RFP TERMS AND CONDITIONS 26. PUBLIC ACCESS TO MEETINGS AND RECORDS: If a Proposer is a non-profit entity that receives a cumulative total per year of at least $250,000 in City funds or City-administered funds and is a non-profit organization as defined in Chapter 12L of the S.F. Administrative Code, the Proposer must comply with Chapter 12L. The Proposer must include in its Proposal (1) a statement describing its efforts to comply with the Chapter 12L provisions regarding public access to Proposer s meetings and records, and (2) a summary of all complaints concerning the Proposer s compliance with Chapter 12L that were filed with the City in the last two years and deemed by the City to be substantiated. The summary shall also describe the disposition of each complaint. If no such complaints were filed, the Proposers shall include a statement to that effect. Failure to comply with the reporting requirements of Chapter 12L or material misrepresentation in Proposer s Chapter 12L submission shall be grounds for rejection of the Proposal and/or termination of any subsequent Agreement reached on the basis of the Proposal. 27. RESERVATIONS OF RIGHTS BY THE CITY: The issuance of this RFP does not constitute an agreement by the City that any contract will actually be entered into by the City. The City expressly reserves the right at any time to: A. Waive or correct any defect or informality in any Proposal, response, or response procedure; B. Reject any or all Proposals; C. Reissue a Request for Qualifications or Request for Proposals; D. Prior to submission deadline for Proposals, modify all or any portion of the selection procedures, including deadlines for accepting Proposals, the specifications or requirements for any materials, equipment or services to be provided under this RFP, or the requirements for contents or format of the Proposals; E. Procure any materials, equipment or services specified in this RFP by any other means; or F. Determine that no project will be pursued. 28. NO WAIVER: No waiver by the City of any provision of this RFP shall be implied from any failure by the City to recognize or take action on account of any failure by a Proposer to observe any provision of this RFP. Failure by the Department to object to an error, omission or deviation in the Proposal in no way will modify the RFP or excuse the Proposer from full compliance with the specifications of the RFP or any contract awarded pursuant to the RFP. 29. CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS: The City will select the most qualified and responsive Proposer with whom the Authority staff will commence contract negotiations. If a satisfactory contract cannot be negotiated in a reasonable time with the selected Proposer, then the Authority, in its sole discretion, may terminate negotiations and begin contract negotiations with the next highest scoring Proposers it deems qualified. The selection of any Proposer for contract negotiation shall not imply acceptance by the City of all terms of the proposal, which may be subject to further negotiation and approvals before the City may be legally bound thereby. 30. CERTIFICATION: Each Proposer hereby certifies that it has carefully examined this Request for Proposals and documents attached hereto for terms, conditions, specifications, covenants, requirements, services, etc. and the Proposer certifies that it understands the project types requested, that the Proposer has knowledge and expertise to provide the project types submitted for consideration, and that its Proposal is based upon the terms, conditions, specifications, services, and requirements of this RFP and attachments. By its signature on the Proposal to the RFP, the Proposer certifies that its Proposal is made without prior understanding, agreement, or connection with any corporation, firm or person submitting a Proposal for the same materials, supplies, or equipment, and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud, so that all Proposals for the purchase will result from free, open and competitive proposing among all vendors, in compliance with the City s laws. 31. ACCEPTANCE: Submission of any Proposal indicates a Proposer s acceptance of the conditions contained in this RFP unless clearly and specifically noted otherwise in the Proposal. The City may discontinue its selection, contract negotiations, or contract award processes with any Proposer if it is determined that the Proposer has not accepted the RFP terms and conditions contained herein. Attachment A - Page 5 of 6