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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL LARIMER COUNTY COLORADO 200 W. OAK ST., SUITE 4000 FORT COLLINS, COLORADO PROPOSAL NUMBER: P15-09 DESCRIPTION: Economic Development Asset Assessment RECORDING DATE: 6/18/15 The Board of Larimer County Commissioners will be receiving sealed proposals at the office of the Purchasing Director, 200 W. Oak Street, Suite 4000, Fort Collins, Colorado, up to 2:00 P.M. (our clock), Thursday, June 18, 2015 at which time they will be recorded, but not publicly opened, to consider contracting with a firm to provide an economic development asset assessment for Larimer County. All questions regarding this proposal must be in writing and should go to Ms. Heather MacMillan, CPPB, M.Ed., Purchasing Director, at hmacmillan@larimer.org. Questions are due no later than 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 10, 2015. Please call Ms. MacMillan at 970-498-5957 to verify receipt of your questions. INSTRUCTIONS TO PROPOSERS: One (1) paper proposal with original signature(s), and one (1) electronic proposal supplied on a flash drive are required. If brochures or other supportive documents are requested, then it is required that 1 set be submitted with your paper proposal, and one with your electronic proposal. If the paper proposal and the electronic proposal should differ, the electronic proposal shall In submitting a proposal, the vendor agrees that acceptance of any or all proposals by the County within a reasonable time or period constitutes a contract. No delivery shall become due or be accepted unless a purchase order shall first have been issued by the Purchasing Director of Larimer County. No work shall commence nor shall any invoices be paid until the contractor provides the requested proof of insurance as outlined in the Insurance Requirements for Contractors and until such proof is accepted by Larimer County. Additionally, the contractor will provide an endorsement naming Larimer County as an additional insured to their policy. If you have any questions concerning the insurance requirements, please contact Connie Ellis, Property/Casualty Claims Adjustor, at (970) 498-5963 at least one week before the proposal recording date. Payment for work performed or goods sold to Larimer County can be expected within 30 days after receipt of the invoice and satisfactory acceptance from the department receiving the service or goods. As of August 7, 2006, state and local government agencies are prohibited from purchasing services from any contractor that knowingly employs illegal immigrants to help carry out publicly funded work. Pursuant to the provisions of Colo. Rev. Stat. 8-17.5-101, contractors must certify that they are using the E-Verify Program or Department Program to verify the employment eligibility of new employees. If a contractor awarded a contract violates the provisions of Colo. Rev. Stat. 8-17.5-101(2), the state or local government agency may terminate the contract and the contractor will be liable for damages to such agency. Any contract agreed to by the parties that results in a sole source government contract must contain provisions and comply with Article XXVIII, Section 15 of the Colorado Constitution. Vendor certifies, warrants, and agrees that (he) (she) (it) has knowledge of the Keep Jobs in Colorado Act of 2013 codified at Sections 8-17-101, et seq. of the Colorado Revised Statutes and that Colorado labor shall be employed to perform at least eighty percent (80%) of the work. 1

Larimer County reserves the right to reject any and or all proposals, to further negotiate with successful proposer and to waive informalities and minor irregularities in proposals received, and to accept any portion of the proposal if deemed to be in the best interest of Larimer County to do so. If, in the sole judgment of the Board of County Commissioners, the proposals are substantially equal, the Board may grant the contract to companies located in Larimer County. The total cost of proposal preparation and submission shall be borne by the proposer. All information submitted in response to this request for proposal (RFP) is public after the Notice of Award has been issued. The proposer should not include as part of the response to the RFP any information which the proposer believes to be a trade secret or other privileged or confidential data. If the proposer wishes to include such material with a proposal, then the material should be supplied under separate cover and identified as confidential. Statements that the entire proposal is confidential will not be honored. Larimer County will endeavor to keep that information confidential, separate and apart from the proposal subject to the provisions of the Colorado Open Records Act or order of court. No telephone, e-mail or facsimile proposals will be accepted. Proposals must be clearly identified on the front of the envelope by proposal number and title. Responsibility for timely submittal and routing of proposals, prior to recording, lies solely with the proposer. Proposals received after the closing time specified will not be considered. Larimer County strongly encourages the use of small and minority firms, women's business enterprises, and labor surplus area firm services. In accordance with Federal and State laws, Larimer County does not discriminate. The Contractor certifies that by signing the contract, neither the contractor nor subcontractors, the organization nor its principals are suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from procurement by the Federal government and do not appear on the Excluded Parties List System (EPLS) maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). PROJECT OVERVIEW Larimer County is seeking proposals from consultants interested in completing an economic development asset assessment and competitive analysis for Larimer County. Larimer County is in the process of implementing its Revised Strategic Plan. One of the goals identified in the plan states that Larimer County is a recognized center for supporting business by turning innovation into reality. We plan for improvement by encouraging smart business growth, more and better jobs. The County views this asset assessment project as one of the first steps towards completing this goal. The Larimer County Economic Development Assessment will provide data, analysis, priorities, and a strategy for maximizing future investments to enhance the competitiveness of the region. The successful consultant for this project will work in collaboration with local economic development partners (identified in the next paragraph) to identify the regional physical and non-physical assets, both within and outside of Larimer County s control, that impact economic development. The assets will be benchmarked, analyzed, and prioritized. The priorities identified in the study will help guide Larimer County s economic development activities and investments. Our local economic development partners include: Municipal Economic Development Staff Region Economic Development Organizations, i.e. Northern Colorado Economic Development Corporation, Northern Colorado Economic Alliance Chambers of Commerce Small Business Development Center Business Incubators, i.e. Innosphere, Warehouse Business Accellerator 2

Background Larimer County is located in north-central Colorado. It is the sixth largest county in Colorado based on population. Larimer County had a population of 301,000 in 2010. The estimated 2014 population is 322,000. The two largest cities of Fort Collins and Loveland had 2010 populations of 144,000 and 67,000 respectively. The rest of the County is comprised of unincorporated areas and the towns of Estes Park, Berthoud, Timnath, Wellington, and portions of Johnstown and Windsor. Larimer County extends to the Continental Divide and includes several mountain communities and portions of Rocky Mountain National Park. The County encompasses 2,640 square miles that include some of the finest irrigated farmland in the state, as well as vast stretches of scenic ranch lands, forests and high mountain peaks. Over 50% of Larimer County is publicly owned, most of which is land within Roosevelt National Forest and Rocky Mountain National Park. In addition to these federal lands, Colorado State Parks and Recreation, and Larimer County Parks and Open Spaces combine to provide a wide spectrum of recreational opportunities that are enjoyed by both residents and visitors. Larimer County is also home to Colorado s land grant university, Colorado State University, which has over 23,000 students in a wide variety of academic programs. CSU is a top tier research institution. To learn more about Larimer County, please visit www.larimer.org Larimer County Government Services Larimer County provides a broad range of services including the following: Assessor Services The Assessor is responsible for valuing all real and personal property, including mobile homes, residential and commercial properties and agricultural land for property tax purposes. The Assessor provides businesses the option to view and file their asset listings online. Criminal Justice Services The Criminal Justice Division includes Criminal Justice Planning, Alternative Sentencing and Community Corrections. Criminal Justice Services is responsible for analyzing crime trends, providing alternatives to incarceration for nonviolent offenders and the safe integration of ex-offenders into the community. Community Development Division Services Community Development is responsible for the administration of land use regulations, development review, building inspection and code enforcement in the unincorporated areas of the County. The Community Development Division is also responsible for writing and enforcing the Comprehensive Master Plan. Cooperative Extension Services The Extension staff distributes research-based information and conducts educational programs about family and consumer issues, horticulture, agriculture, personal finance, food safety & nutrition, 4-H youth development, resource management, small acreage management, and community safety issues. Engineering Services Engineering is responsible for planning and designing public works projects that include road and bridge, parks, and natural resources improvements; reviewing and enforcing engineering standards; providing surveying, construction, right-of-way, traffic and support engineering; overseeing floodplain administration and improvement district administration; and coordinating right-of-way (utility), special transport, and access permits. Health & Environment Services The Health & Environment Department provides community health and environmental health services, communicable disease control, health education, vital records management, health data assessment, 3

development of policies that advance the public's health, and advocacy for community-based services that provide needed health care. Natural Resources Services Natural Resources manages Larimer County's many outdoor places, including open spaces and waterbased recreation areas, and fosters responsible land stewardship through weed management and healthy forest practices. Road & Bridge Services The Road and Bridge Department is responsible for the maintenance and construction of those roadway and drainage structure assets sustained through the direct and indirect efforts of Larimer County. The Larimer County transportation system maintains approximately 1,000 miles of both paved and unpaved roads. Sheriff Services The Sheriff's Office is responsible for a wide variety of public safety services that include providing law enforcement services in the unincorporated areas of the county as well as operating the county jail, disaster response, wild land fire suppression, search and rescue, and civil process service. Solid Waste/Recycling Services The Solid Waste Department is responsible for solid and hazardous waste management, recycling, and a variety of environmental and resource management functions. The Ranch/Fairgrounds The Ranch is a multipurpose event center, fairgrounds, and meeting space that is host to over 2,000 local, national, and international events annually. Workforce Center Services The Workforce Center provides employment and training services through partnerships with county, state and local agencies. The Workforce Center strives to enhance the employability of individuals competing in the labor force, reduce duplication of services, and maintain a strong partnership with the business community. The Larimer County Workforce Center is also actively engaged in two successful Sector Partnerships: Advanced Manufacturing and Healthcare. Sector Partnerships are a collaborative effort from companies within the same industry, economic development, workforce development, education, and community organizations to address issues and opportunities related to their specific industry within their region. Larimer County s Economy Larimer County has a diverse and resilient economy. Innovation occurs across industry sectors in Larimer County and Northern Colorado. Craft brewers, bioscience, software, hardware, and clean energy companies contribute ideas, inventions, and products that positively affect the local economy. Colorado State University s innovation culture directly benefits Larimer County s economy through technology transfer and globallyfocused research in clean energy, water innovation, disease prevention & treatment, and other areas. Below are some examples of Larimer County s economy: Agriculture Agriculture is a cultural and economic cornerstone of Larimer County. There are approximately 1,760 farms and ranches covering nearly a half-million acres or thirty percent of the county s total land area. Strategic growth opportunities for agriculture including a range of emerging activities such as: recreation & tourism, development of energy resources, direct local marketing, and technological innovation. Advanced Manufacturing From world-class beer to industrial engine controls, Larimer County is home to a thriving manufacturing sector that boasts breadth and depth. Dozens of diverse manufacturing companies pepper the 4

commercial and industrial areas of the County. Many of the manufacturing companies can be found in other industries that have a strong presence in Larimer County. Bioscience The Bioscience Cluster is comprised of companies that research, produce & distribute medical devices, medical instruments, pharmaceuticals, and biofuels. With dozens of companies in growth mode, close associations with research scientists at Colorado State University, and a diverse product base, this cluster plays an important role in economic development and health in Northern Colorado. Clean Energy The Colorado Clean Energy Cluster is a business-led, project-oriented group of regional partners seeking to have a global impact on energy efficiencies. Focusing on workforce development and economic opportunities, the cluster is at the forefront of the new energy economy. Health & Wellness Mirroring national trends healthcare is playing an increasingly important role in our economy. In 2005 health & wellness jobs accounted for 10.1 percent of jobs in the economy. The industry-led Northern Colorado Healthcare Sector Partnership is working to establish collaborative workforce strategies and educational programs that reflect the current and future needs of health and wellness employers and support the growth of this booming industry. Software/Hardware Despite the ups and downs of the technology sector, Larimer County remains an attractive location for new businesses. Companies that specialize in data mapping, computer programming, internet services, software development, and computer facilities management are grouped in the software/hardware cluster. Water Innovation The future of water safety, water supply and water management is a global issue. Northern Colorado area companies and industry partners around the state are ready to take on challenges and discover solutions that are best for the planet, for business and our society. Colorado State University s expertise in water research and technology innovation is world-renowned. Combined, these companies and organizations contribute to the economic vitality of our area and beyond. 5

SCOPE OF WORK: The Larimer County Economic Development Assessment project will be the responsibility of the Larimer County Economic Development Manager, who will also serve as the contact person for providing support and direction to the consultant firm. The Economic Development Manager will be supported by an internal economic development team. The consultant will be responsible for producing a comprehensive, complete and approved Larimer County Economic Development Assessment. The final study will include, at a minimum, the following elements: 1) Conduct an economic assessment of both the incorporated and unincorporated Larimer County region. This assessment should include: Identification and map of economic development infrastructure and amenities, both physical and non-physical, that are present in Larimer County. This section of the assessment needs to be in a format that county staff can maintain and update. The assessment should include: - Services provided by Larimer County, including Natural Resources, Planning, Public Safety, and Road & Bridge - Open spaces/other natural resources available to the community - Public Infrastructure including transportation (aviation, rail, and road), water, solid waste, telecommunication (including broadband), energy and sewer - Buildable land inventory - Recreational opportunities - Tourism and cultural assets - Business/entrepreneurial support services including; economic incentives, access to capital, research & development, accelerators/incubators and training and consulting program - Educational infrastructure - Workforce supply and workforce development programs - Health and wellness assets - Other assets as may be determined to impact regional economic development Evaluation and integration of salient information from regional sources including recently completed community studies, such as the City of Fort Collins Workforce Study, the United Way of Larimer County State of the Community Report, and the Larimer County Natural Resources stud entitled, Our Lands Our Future. A strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats (SWOT) analysis of the infrastructure and amenities identified. The analysis should include current economic trends and their impact(s) on Larimer County s competitiveness, identification of our position in, and relationship with, the surrounding regions (Counties of: Weld, Boulder, and Denver) and a list of Larimer County s comparative advantages and disadvantages to similar, competitive markets such as: Portland, Oregon; Phoenix, Arizona; Raleigh- Durham, North Carolina and Austin, Texas (benchmark analysis). Conduct additional quantitative and qualitative analysis to determine both the community s competitive position and opportunities for diversification of the existing economy. This analysis should include a business survey on reasons why firms have selected to locate or expand in Larimer County. Conversely, we would like to understand why businesses opted to locate or expand in other areas. 6

Conduct additional analysis of tourism assets including both private and public owned assets. Analysis should include: - Current and projected economic impacts of tourism - Ranking of the most valued (by visitors and economic impact) tourism assets - Identification of the top five underutilized sites - Identify key gaps (including site linkage) in tourism development - Recommendations on tourism investment attraction strategy Review and make recommendations for improvements to the County s development review process that protect Larimer County and citizen interest while making the process as streamlined and predictable as possible for projects that contribute to the achievement of Larimer County s long-term economic development. Evaluate existing economic development incentives offered at the county government level throughout the region (including: Weld, Boulder, El Paso, and Denver) to determine Larimer County's competitive position. Make recommendations for improvement in both process and incentives. The final element of this project is data-supported priority development, strategy, implementation and metrics. This should, at a minimum, include: Provide prioritized recommendations of infrastructure and amenities within the County s control that inhibit or enhance economic development potential impact and urgency to address. Provide prioritized recommendations of regional infrastructure and amenities by importance / relevance to economic development and urgency to address. Strategy development including the identification of incremental improvements that address the unique challenges, both large and small, that are limiting the community s economic potential. Identify forward looking strategic initiatives that can catalyze the community and bring diverse constituent groups together in pursuit of transformational projects. Create an operational plan that provides guidance on step-by-step actions that will bring identified priorities and strategic initiatives to fruition. Recommend meaningful metrics to gauge progress toward, and success in, achieving each recommendation in the plan and a timeline for implementation. Deliverables The consultant(s) shall deliver the following items, at a minimum: 1. The consultants will be responsible for producing a comprehensive, complete and approved Larimer County Economic Development Assessment that addresses the requirements as identified in the Scope of Services. 2. The final report documents shall be delivered in hard copy (12 copies) and digital versions (Microsoft Word format or other agreed-upon format). Project Timeline The consultant must be able to commence work on the project no later than June 15, 2015. The project must be concluded and the final, approved report given to the Larimer County Economic Development Manager by October 1, 2015. Project Budget Larimer County has allocated between $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 for the completion of this study. 7

PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: Vendors are to provide the following information, in the order requested, by submitting one (1) physical Proposal, and one electronic copy supplied on one (1) flash drive (please provide your proposal as ONE (1) file on the flash drive). Please label all items clearly and provide an index. Should the physical proposal and the electronic copy differ, the electronic proposal shall supersede the physical copy. The proposal shall contain, at a minimum, the following sections: 1) Signed Signature Page (located on page 13 of this RFP) 2) Consultant/Firm Introduction - On your organization s letterhead, introduce your organization, list the contents of your submittal, including the required elements and any additional items relevant to this RFP. - This letter must be signed by an individual authorized to commit the respondent s personnel and financial resources to the project s work tasks and to execute legal documents for your organization. 3) Consultant/Firm Information - Description of firm background, history, and areas of expertise - Provide a minimum of two (2) work samples from the past three (3) years of relevant experience of the firm in similar projects. - Provide a list of at least three (3) previous clients for which similar services have been provided. Include current contact names, physical address, email address, and telephone number(s). 4) Project Personnel - Identify the Project Manager and responsibilities of all project team members, including any subcontractors and their personnel. Indicate key personnel and amount of dedicated management time for the Project Manager. - Provide resumes, experience, and any other appropriate information regarding the work team s qualifications for all personnel who will work on his project. - Identify where the team will be physically located during the time they are engaged in the work on this project. - Please note: Larimer County reserves the right to interview the key personnel assigned by the contractor to this project and recommend reassignment of personnel deemed unsatisfactory. 5) Project Plan - Based on your understanding of and approach to the project, outline the general tasks your organization would undertake to complete the Scope of Services along with any additional tasks and/or products you believe are necessary. Include the methods and means by which your firm will perform the services outlined in the RFP. - Prepare a work schedule/ timeline outlining the major tasks, phases, timeframes, milestones, and work product necessary to complete the project. All major outputs/deliverables and meetings should be included on work schedule. Please identify the personnel that will be involved in each task. 6) Project Budget - Provide a fixed cost for performing all work required to satisfy requirements in the scope of work as detailed in each component identified in the work plan/timeline. Please be specific with costs. - Proposal must include an itemized breakdown of the cost of any options being proposed beyond the minimum specifications. 8

- Rates quoted in response to this RFP are firm for the duration of the contract; no price increases will be permitted. - Allowances for expenses, travel, etc. must be quantified and included in the fixed price. These charges cannot be submitted later. - Larimer County is tax exempt. Costs shall be exclusive of all taxes. 9

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS: Prior to commencement of any work, contractor shall forward Certificates of Insurance to Larimer County Purchasing, 200 W. Oak St., #4000, Fort Collins, Colorado 80521. The insurance required shall be procured and maintained in full force and effect for the duration of the Contract and shall be written for not less than the following amounts, or greater if required by law. Certificate Holder should be Larimer County at the above address. I. Workers' Compensation and Employers' Liability II. A. State of Colorado: Statutory B. Applicable Federal: Statutory C. Employer's Liability: $100,000 Each Accident $500,000 Disease-Policy Limit $100,000 Disease-Each Employee D. Waiver of Subrogation Commercial General Liability on an Occurrence Form including the following coverages: Premises Operations; Products and Completed Operations; Personal and Advertising Injury; Medical Payments; Contractual Liability; Independent Contractors; and Broad Form Property Damage. Coverage provided should be at least as broad as found in Insurance Services Office (ISO) form CG0001. Minimum limits to be as follows: A. Bodily Injury & Property Damage General Aggregate Limit $2,000,000 B. Products & Completed Operations Aggregate Limit $2,000,000 C. Personal & Advertising Injury Limit $1,000,000 D. Each Occurrence Limit $1,000,000 Other General Liability Conditions: 1. Products and Completed Operations to be maintained for one year after final payment. Contractor shall continue to provide evidence of such coverage to the County on an annual basis during the aforementioned period (as appropriate). 2. Contractor agrees that the insurance afforded the County is primary. 3. If coverage is to be provided on Claims Made forms, contractor must refer policy to Risk Management Department for approval and additional requirements. III. Professional Liability: Each Occurrence Limit $1,000,000 Aggregate Limit $1,000,000 IV. Commercial Automobile Liability coverage to be provided on Business Auto, Garage, or Truckers form. Coverage provided should be at least as broad as found in ISO form CA0001 (BAP), CA0005 (Garage) or CA0012 (Trucker) including coverage for owned, non-owned, & hired autos. Limits to be as follows: A. Bodily Injury & Property Damage Combined Single Limit $1,000,000 B. Medical Payment Coverage $5,000 C. Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Colorado Statutory Limit $1,000,000 V. All Insurance policies (except Workers Compensation and Professional Liability) shall include Larimer County and its elected and appointed officials and employees as additional insureds as their interests may appear. The additional insured endorsement should be at least as broad as ISO form CG2010 for General Liability coverage and similar forms for Commercial Auto and Umbrella Liability. Additional Insured endorsement(s) shall be attached to the certificate of insurance that is provided to the county. VI. The County reserves the right to reject any insurer it deems not financially acceptable by insurance industry standards. Property and Liability Insurance Companies shall be licenses to do business in Colorado and shall have an AM Best rating of not less than B+ and/or VII. 10

VII. VIII. Notice of Cancellation: Each insurance policy required by the insurance provision of this Contract shall provide the required coverage and shall not be suspended, voided or canceled except after thirty (30) days prior written notice has been given to the County, except when cancellation is for nonpayment of premium, then ten (10) days prior notice may be given. Such notice shall be sent directly to Larimer County Risk Management, 200 W. Oak St., #4000, Ft. Collins, CO 80521. If the insurance company refuses to provide the required notice, the contractor or its insurance broker shall notify the County of any cancellation, suspension, non-renewal of any insurance within seven (7) days of receipt of insurers notification to that effect. Contractor shall furnish Larimer County certificates of insurance. Contractor will receive all subcontractors certificates of insurance. Such certificate must meet all requirements listed above. ANY DEVIATIONS FROM THE STANDARDS GIVEN ABOVE MUST BE APPROVED BY THE LARIMER COUNTY RISK MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT. 11

EVALUATION CRITERIA: The proposals will be evaluated by an evaluation committee on the criteria. The rating scale shall be from 1 to 5, with 1 being a poor rating, 3 being an average rating, and 5 being an outstanding rating. An Evaluation Committee will review the proposals and evaluate them against the criteria as set forth below in this Request for Proposal, and determine the best value for Larimer County. An oral interview process may be used to assist in the decision for award. The rating scale shall be from 1 to 5, with 1 being the lowest rating and 5 being the highest. You will be rated based upon the following criteria: CRITERIA Quality of Proposal / Understanding of Work to be Performed Consultant Qualifications STANDARD How well has this firm demonstrated a clear understanding of work to be performed, and have they submitted a well thought out work plan & approach to completing this section of the RFP? 1. Economic Development Assessment (10 points) 2. Information from Regional Sources (10 points) 3. SWOT Analysis (10 points) 4. Competitive position and opportunities for Diversification (10 points) 5. Tourism Assets (5 points) 6. Development Review Process (5 points) 7. Economic Development Incentives (5 points) 8. Realistic work plan & time estimates of each major segment of the assessment (To what degree has this firm provided realistic time estimates of each major segment of the work plan?) (10 points) 1. Experience with similar projects. (10 points) 2. Demonstrated Technical Ability (10 points) 3. Project Team (5 points) AVAILABLE POINTS 65 25 Budget Rank fees compared to those of other proposals received. 10 12

SIGNATURE PAGE ADDENDA: The proposer acknowledges the receipt of the following Addenda: Addendum Number Date of Addendum Date Received The undersigned certifies that he/she has examined the specifications and instructions to proposers and has submitted a proposal in full compliance and without collusion with any other person, individual or corporation. The undersigned further certifies that he/she is or is trying to participate in the Basic Pilot Employment Verification Program (Basic Pilot) as detailed as a part of the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) Program as found on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at (http://www.uscis.gov). The entire URL for the SAVE program is: http://www.uscis.gov/about-us/directorates-and-program-offices/save-program The undersigned certifies that you have verified that you do not employ illegal aliens, and that you shall not knowingly employ an illegal alien to perform work. SIGNED: TITLE: PRINTED NAME: FIRM: ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP: DATE: TELEPHONE NUMBER: EMAIL ADDRESS: For further information regarding this request for proposal, please contact Heather MacMillan, CPPB, M.Ed., Purchasing Director, at (970) 498-5957, or hmacmillan@larimer.org. PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL WITH THE FOLLOWING AFFIXED TO THE FRONT OF THE ENVELOPE: Proposal Number: _P15-09 Economic Development & Assessment Proposal Closing Date: Vendor Name: Return Proposal to: LARIMER COUNTY PURCHASING DIRECTOR 200 W. OAK STREET, SUITE 4000, PO BOX 1190 FORT COLLINS, COLORADO 80522 NOTE: Use the label to the left on packages when returning your proposal response. 13