HomeMy WebLinkAboutC36510 - RFP - For-Sale Affrdble Residential Prjct CONTRACT NO. C36510
STAFF REPORT
CITY OF PALM DESERT
HOUSING DEPARTMENT
MEETING DATE: November 16, 2017
REQUEST: Authorization to issue a Request for Proposals ("REP") for the
construction of a for-sale affordable residential project consisting of
fourteen (14) single-family detached self-help homes.
Recommendation
By Minute Motion, that the City Council,
1) Authorize staff to advertise and issue an RFP for the construction of a for-sale
affordable residential project consisting of fourteen (14) single-family detached
self-help homes; and
2) Appoint a City Council member to participate in the review of the RFP submittals;
and
3) Authorize the City Manager and/or the Mayor to execute any documents
necessary to facilitate the RFP and the actions taken herewith.
Strategic Plan
One of the priorities of the City of Palm Desert's ("City") Envision Palm Desert Strategic Plan as
part of Land Use, Housing and Open Space is to facilitate development of high quality for
people of all income levels. This request meets that objective by diversifying the City's housing
stock and pursuing development of housing for low income households.
Executive Summary
Approval of staff recommendation will allow the City to solicit an RFP from qualified affordable
housing developers for the construction of a for-sale affordable residential project ("Project")
consisting of fourteen (14) single-family detached homes that will be made available to first-time
homebuyers of lower income, through a Self-Help or Sweat Equity program. The Project site is
owned by the City and is located on Merle Street, south of the Falcon Crest and La Rocca Villas
developments. The City's financial participation in the Project will be limited to the land donation
and deferred down payment assistance loans from the Housing Mitigation fund, if the required
criteria are met, to secure an affordable housing cost.
Background Analysis
The 14 self-help lots are owned by the City and were acquired as part of a greater master-
planned site which is inclusive of the Hovely Garden Apartments, Falcon Crest, and the La
Rocca Villas. The fourteen (14) subdivided lots are located west of Cook Street and front Merle
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Street (APN Nos. 624-441-014 thru 624-441-022 and 624-440-032 thru 624-440-036) providing
easy access to public transportation, recreational facilities, commercial business districts, and
schools. At this time the Project remains undeveloped.
The former Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency ("former Agency") identified the need for self-
help housing development and established that the Project would be restricted to households
whose incomes do not exceed very low income based on the area median income for Riverside
County at the time of sale.
In July 2009, the Agency issued an RFP seeking qualified developer(s) to assist with the
development of the 14 homes but received no response. Staff learned that the non-
responsiveness was due to current market conditions and State Funding constraints. Staff
intended to reissue a new RFP request in 2010, but after further discussion, it was determined
that with the additional inventory of affordable homes that the former Agency owned for re-sale
to qualified households that the interest in homes with affordable restrictions was very low and
the Project was postponed. With the former inventory sold and in an effort to facilitate the
Project in order to issue a new RFP notice, staff reevaluated the previous RFP and staff
recommends amending the RFP to include a consideration of providing deferred down payment
assistance loans, to ensure an affordable housing cost. The homebuyers will be required to
sign an Affordable Housing Restriction and Lien Agreement for a covenant period of up to forty-
five (45) years as prescribed therein.
Staff recommends that the City Council approve advertising and issuing the Request for
Proposals for the construction of a for-sale affordable residential project consisting of fourteen
(14) single-family detached self-help homes for purposes of increasing the supply of affordable
housing.
Fiscal Analysis
There is no fiscal impact at this time to issue the RFP, except the ancillary fees to publish the
notice. At the time the RFP is awarded, the City's financial participation will be limited to the
land donation and the potential down payment assistance loans that may be necessary to
secure an affordable housing cost, estimated to be up to $30,000 per homebuyer.
P par d by: Jessic o les, Senior Management Analyst
LEGAL REVIEW DEPT. REVIEW FINANCIAL REVIEW CITY MANAGER
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Robert H. Hargreaves Pa pet Moore �Jarjet Moore Lauri Aylaian
City Attorney 'Director of Finance Irifector of Finance City Manager
ATTACHMENTS: DRAFT Request for Proposal
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CITY OF PALM DESERT
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
(REP)
FOR
Self-Help Affordable Housing Development
For Income Restricted Properties
CONTRACT NO. HA
Issue Date: December , 2017
RFP Due: TBD
EQUAL HOUSING
OPPORTUNITY
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Self-Help Affordable Housing ❑evelopment
TABLE OF CONTENTS
NOTICE Notice
I. PURPOSE1*-
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II. ❑ESCRIPTION OF LOCATION AND SITE 5
III. DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVELOPMENT 5
IV. SCOPE AND CONDITIONS OF DEVELOPMENT 6
V. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS 8
VI. SELECTION CRITERIA AN❑ PROCESS 10
VII. GENERAL INFORMATION 11
EXHIBITS
EXHIBIT A - CITY PROJECT MAP
EXHIBIT B - RESPONDENT'S QUALIFICATION DISCLOSURE
STATEMENT
EXHIBIT C - PROPOSAL CERTIFICATION
EXHIBIT D - NON-COLLUSIVE AFFIDAVIT
EXHIBIT E - RESPONDENT'S QUALIFICATION REFERENCES
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CITY OF PALM DESERT
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
FOR SELF-HELP AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Palm Desert ("City') is soliciting proposals from
qualified affordable housing developers for the construction of a for-sale affordable
residential project (Project") consisting of fourteen (14) single-family detached homes that
will be made available to first-time homebuyers of very low income, through a Self-Help or
Sweat Equity program. The fourteen (14) detached single family residential units will be a
mix of three (3) or four (4) bedroom homes of approximately 1,200 and 1,400 square feet,
respectively.
The site fronts Merle Street in the City of Palm Desert (APN 624-441-014 thru 624-441-022
and 624-440-032 thru 624-440-036). The City's financial participation will be limited to the
land donation and deferred down payment assistance loans from any monies that may be
available at the time that the homes are completed and sold. The primary funding sources
will include but is not limited to housing mitigation funds, may require that a household
member be employed within the City's jurisdictional boundaries. There will be no additional
public financial assistance provided by the City for the construction of the residential units.
The City proposes to select the most qualified developer ("Developer") for the development,
construction and sales of the Project based on the developer's ability to meet all criteria
established in the RFP. The developer must demonstrate to the City their experience with
similar projects and their ability to deliver an affordable housing development, at the subject
site, that is consistent with both the quality and aesthetics of similar new construction in the
City of Palm Desert. The Developer must be legally empowered to undertake and perform
all actions in this RFP.
All proposals must contain the requisite information outlined in this RFP. Only one proposal
may be submitted by a Developer. Interested parties may obtain a copy of the RFP from the
Jessica Gonzales at the City located at 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert CA, 92260,
phone 760.346.0611 or via e-mail at jgonzalesncityofpalmdesert.org.
Developers desiring to respond to the RFP shall submit an original and six (6) copies of the
proposal in an opaque envelope marked plainly on the outside:
"SEALED PROPOSAL FOR THE SELF-HELP HOUSING
DEVELOPMENT - DO NOT OPEN WITH REGULAR MAIL"
to the attention of: Rachelle Klassen, City Clerk, City of Palm Desert, 73-510 Fred Waring
Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260 prior to the closing of the response period at 2:00 p.m.
(PST), , 2017, at which time they will be opened and forwarded to the Housing
Division for review.
Proposals sent by telephone, telegram, e-mail, facsimile or other digital means will not be
accepted.
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It is the sole responsibility of each developer to ensure that their proposal reaches
the City Clerk's Office by the time and date specified. Proposals received after the
specified time and date shall be returned unopened and considered non-responsive.
Developers are cautioned that if the proposal is delivered by an express mail carrier
or by any other means, it is the developer's responsibility to ensure delivery to the
City Clerk's office at the above address prior to the time and date specified. The
City/Agency will not be responsible for deliveries made to any place other than the
specified office or address.
Dated this day of , 2017, at Palm Desert, California
Rachelle D. Klassen, City Clerk
City of Palm Desert, California
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm ❑esert, CA 92260
760.346.0611
PRE PROPOSAL MEETING: , _ 2017 @ 10:00AM
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CITY OF PALM DESERT
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
FOR SELF-HELP AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
I. PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to identify a qualified affordable housing
developer of self-help housing ("Developer") for the development of an affordable for-sale
residential project ("Project") consisting of fourteen (14) self-help single-family detached
three (3) or four (4) bedroom homes located in the City of Palm Desert ("City"). The
Developer is expected to take the Project from its current stage of subdivided lots, through
construction and ultimately to the sale of the homes to qualified first-time homebuyers.
All responses to the RFP will be evaluated based on the criteria established in this RFP and
only one proposal may be submitted by a Developer.
This is the only document that will be issued by the City other than possible addenda
for the purpose of correction, clarification, or the addition of new information to the
RFP.
II. DESCRIPTION OF LOCATION AND SITE AVAILABLE FOR DEVELOPMENT
The site is owned by the City of Palm Desert and is located in the City of Palm Desert on
Merle Street (Track No. 30795 APN No. 624-441-014 thru 624-441-022 and 624-440-032 thru
624-440-036) the "Site". The Site lies south of Hovley Drive and directly adjacent to the
Falcon Crest single-family development. The Site is situated west of Cook Street, providing
easy access to public transportation, recreational facilities, commercial business district,
and schools. The Site is vacant and has been subdivided into fourteen (14) lots. Each lot is
approximately 6,000 square feel. All lots are clear of debris and have been treated with a
soil stabilizer. A parcel map is attached as Exhibit A.
III. DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVELOPMENT
The Project will consist of 14 self-help single-family detached three (3) and four (4) bedroom
homes of approximately 1,200 and 1,400 square feet, respectively, which will ultimately be
made available to first-time homebuyers of very low income and may require that a
household member be employed within the City's jurisdictional boundaries. The 14 self-
help homes will not exceed a maximum height of 18 feet (single story), shall follow minimum
setbacks, and any other condition of approval set forth in the General Plan. The proposed
Project should be consistent with the City's other affordable for-sale developments that
have been constructed which include a high quality of construction, energy efficiencies,
solar photovoltaic, design aesthetic and stick-built. The Project should have a unifying
theme and identifiable character and be consistent with the neighboring affordable for-sale
developments. Any alternative construction method that the respondent wishes to propose
other than stick-build should be identified separately and submitted separately. Two
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additional pages will be allowed for this purpose. Any alternative construction method
should include the effectiveness and any other comparison analysis to stick built.
The Project will be a `sweat equity' project where the homebuyers will be required to
contribute at least forty percent (40°/0) of the labor used in constructing the homes. The
Project will be restricted to households whose incomes do not exceed very low income
based on the area median income for Riverside County at the time a purchase contract is
signed and may require that a household member be employed within the City's
jurisdictional boundaries. The Project will comply with the California Health and Safety
Code sections as they pertain to very low income households and affordable housing cost
as well as any other sections related to the development of affordable housing with low and
moderate income housing funds.
The Project will integrate building materials and methods that promote environmental quality
and energy efficiency with special consideration given to renewable energy sources. The
Project will be designed to exceed current California Code of Regulations Title 24
standards.
IV. SCOPE AND CONDITIONS OF DEVELOPMEN11
The City has made a significant commitment to the provision of affordable housing in the
City of Palm Desert. The City through a variety of means, has successfully developed
affordable senior rental, multi-family rental, special needs or at-risk housing and single-
family detached housing. In order to assist in the development of the Project the City will
propose to donate the land (14 self-help lots) to the selected Developer provided the value
of the land is recorded against the properties in the form of a Promissory Note secured by a
Deed of Trust (partially reconveyed upon the sale of each home) and a forty-five year
affordability restriction in favor of the Palm Desert Housing Authority for purposes of
increasing the supply of affordable housing. The donation value of the land will be based
on a market value land appraisal, prepared by a licensed real estate appraiser. The land
appraisal will be performed during contract negotiations. Each subsequent homebuyer will
be required to sign an affordable housing restriction of not less than 45 years and execute a
Promissory Note secured by a Deed of Trust for the value of their respective lot irrespective
of any additional funding for homebuyer subsidy.
The only guaranteed assistance that will be provided to the successful Developer will be in
the form of the land donation. There will be no additional funding provided to the Developer
by the City for any construction related activities. The City may provide additional
assistance to the homebuyer in the form of a deferred down payment assistance loan in an
amount necessary to ensure an affordable housing cost (pursuant to California Code of
Regulations, Title 25 and Health and Safety Code), if funds are available at the time of
award of contract.
With proper City approval, the City will negotiate a Disposition and Development Agreement
"DDA" with the successful Developer and hold a public hearing to consider the DDA and the
land donation. The successful Developer will be required to:
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• Perform all necessary due diligence required for the Project's approval process. This
may include, but is not limited to: a general plan amendment, precise plan, and/or
change of zone.
• Creation and submission of any documents necessary to obtain approvals and
permits for the Project as is contemplated in this RFP.
• Prepare the design for infrastructure, including streets, curbs, water, sanitary sewer,
storm sewer, sidewalks, and dry utilities.
It is the developer's responsibility to verify and finalize the complete
installation of both wet and dry utilities to each of the 14 lots.
It is the developer's responsibility to prepare all necessary reports including
but not limited to a water management plan, environmental, etc.
• Prepare the design and specifications for grading, engineering, and landscape
including all required approvals.
• Prepare and determine the engineer's estimate based on the proposed project
contemplated for submittal.
• Prepare the design and specifications for 14 single-family homes which shall
integrate building materials and methods that promote environmental quality and
energy efficiency with special consideration to renewable energy sources, exceed
current California Code of Regulations Title 24 standards.
• Prepare a graphic representation of the design in scaled plans that are refined to a
conceptual, schematic level, indicating parcel layouts, building footprints, placement,
streets, pedestrian circulation, open space, and any other relevant features for
approval by the City as applicable.
• Present the Project to all necessary City Departments, City Committees,
Commissions, Councils and Boards in order to obtain al! necessary approvals.
• Prepare construction documents for the Project.
• Include and pay all the costs associated with any permits or approvals for the
Project.
• Complete any geotechnical, soils and materials testing, compaction, grading, and
pad certifications necessary for the Project.
• Perform community outreach and informational sessions about the Project for
residents living in surrounding neighborhoods.
• Coordinate the homebuyers and their respective `sweat equity',
• Construct the approved Project and infrastructure.
• Prescreen and prequalify potential first-time homebuyers and provide training and
counseling to qualified homebuyers. Explain the affordable restrictions, covenant
requirements, and all other affordable guidelines to buyer.
• Create a program for the marketing and sale of the homes to qualified homebuyers
at an affordable housing cost (pursuant to California Code of Regulations, Title 25
and Health and Safety Code), including but not limited to obtaining escrow,
mortgage loans, insurance, home inspections, and homebuyer counseling.
• Be the point of contact and follow up after the close of escrow with homebuyers
including ownership questions, affordability restrictions, maintenance and warranty
complaints for at least one year or as is statutorily required.
• The City requires Respondents to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully
comply with ail government regulations regarding nondiscriminatory employment
practices.
• The resulting contract is subject to State of California law, whether substantive or
procedural. Proposer shall comply with all federal, state, county and local laws
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concerning this type of Services. Additionally, the contract shall apply all statutory,
charter and ordinance provisions applicable to public contracts within the City of
Palm Desert.
• The selected Developer shall be aware of the requirements of California Labor Code
sections 1720 et seq., 1770 et seq., and California Code of Regulations, Title 8,
Section 16000 et seq. ('Prevailing Wage Laws'') which require the payment of
prevailing wage rates and the performance of other requirements on applicable
"public works" and "maintenance" projects. If applicable, the selected Property
Management Company shall fully comply with the Prevailing Wage Laws.
V. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS
It will be the Developer's responsibility to submit a comprehensive proposal for the
development of the Project based on all of the components of this RFP including proposed
materials and finishes.
The following materials shall be submitted for proposals in the following format,
identifying each item by number and letter:
1. Letter of introduction
a) Provide a complete description of the Developer's Company (all joint venture
partners and the respective ownership interest) including, but not limited to: the
name, address, e-mail, and phone number of the contact person as well as a
summary of the Developer's understanding of the project and overall approach to the
scope of work. The Developer shall identify itself as a non-profit or a for-profit
developer. The letter should be signed by an officer of the Developer's company
authorized to bind the company to all commitments made in the proposal.
b) Identify known team members and include a complete listing of all names and
principals, names of companies, addresses, phone numbers, e-mail addresses and
fax numbers for everyone listed.
c) Identify the individual who will execute documents for the development entity and
basis of authority
d) Indentify joint ventures or other entities and their relationship to the development.
2. Developer Experience
Describe relevant affordable self-help or sweat equity project experience, for residential
development. Provide examples that demonstrate successful residential projects that are
similar in size and quality to that identified in this RFP. Please note that project delivery and
the ability to deliver against a proven schedule of performance are critical aspects of the
evaluation. Please include the following information for each past project identified:
a) Location and photographs of the reference projects including any in Palm
Desert or the Coachella Valley and with a government agency or government
assistance. General description of the project including the role of the
developer, number of units, total project cost per unit, average size per unit,
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average subsidy by income category, name of public entities involved and
income demographics.
b) Describe the Developer's ability to manage the proposed development project
from the planning and design stage to construction and subsequent sale of
the homes.
c) Identify successful community outreach efforts.
d) Provide the name, address and telephone number for any references from
cities, government agencies or housing authorities in which the development
entity has completed similar affordable housing projects.
e) Explain the intended role of each development entity or partner and the
responsible party of each entity.
f) Qualifications of contractors or subcontractors if known. Please summarize
their experience and capabilities,
3. Project Proposal and Business Terms
a) Description of the proposed project in narrative and graphic format - Show a
sample of the type of affordable housing development being proposed which
includes, at minimum the criteria established in Section IV, an architectural
concept, materials, equipment, landscaping, and a proposed color palette.
b) A comprehensive break down of all costs associated with the affordable
development and subsequent sale of the 14 single-family homes, this
includes but is not limited to, the proposed bonding.
c) Identify proposed sources of funds and Financial Capacity for the
construction of the Project. DO NOT SUBMIT CONFIDENTIAL
INFORMATION.
d) An audited financial statement to show the Developer's financial capacity to
implement the project.
e) Identify all partners (including financial) for the proposed project.
f) Identify development schedule of the proposed project. Identify critical
milestones such as acquisition, design, construction, and marketing including
qualifying homebuyers for the proposed financing.
g) Identify outside firms such as general contractors, subcontractors, or
management firms proposed for this Project.
h) State the sales price of the proposed homes to be built.
i) Identify proposed forms of financing for the homebuyers.
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j} Indicate whether the Developer, or any of its principals, is or has been
involved in any litigation or other disputes, and in particular, with any city, or
housing authority. If so, please explain (excluding "slip and falls" and
employee issues).
k) Indicate whether the Developer, or any of its principals, or any individuals or
entities named above, have ever defaulted on their financial obligations, have
had projects that have been foreclosed upon or deeded in lieu of foreclosure,
or filed bankruptcy during the Firm's stewardship of a project. If so, please
provide the dates and circumstances.
4. Required ❑ocumentation
a) Certificate(s) of Insurance (include as Attachment).
b) A letter of recommendation from the Developer's financial institution.
c) Acknowledgment indicating receipt of any and all addendums to this RFP,
d) Representation that the information provided in the RFP proposal documents
is truthful, accurate and complete and that the firm and individual responsible
for the submission shall be fully responsible for and bound by all information,
data, certifications, disclosures and attachments included in the RFP proposal
documents.
5. Proposal Format
a) ❑evelopers desiring t❑ respond to the RFP shall submit an original
and six (6) copies of the proposal. Proposals shall be no more than
13 pages double sided (or 26 pages single sided). Font size can be
n❑ smaller than 12 pt. Pictures and Brochures count toward the
submittal requirement.
The cost ❑f preparing responses to this RFP shall be borne by the respondents and shall
not be reimbursed by the City.
VI. SELECTION CRITERIA AND SELECTION PROCESS
A. EVALUATION AND SELECTION CRITERIA
The City will review and evaluate all complete proposals received up to the deadline for
submission. Selection of a Developer will include, but not be limited to, an evaluation of the
following; 1) ❑eveloper's experience in constructing affordable self-help housing; 2) the
Developer's experience with similar sized projects; 3) ❑eveloper's experience with energy
efficient homes in a desert environment; 4) the Developer's financial capability and plan to
finance the development; 5) the ❑eveloper's ability to present an economically viable
proposal for the development of the Project and the quality of the proposal as it pertains to
the components of the RFP; 6) the ❑eveloper's experience working with a public entity; 7)
the Developer's experience in implementing similar first-time homebuyer programs; 8} the
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Developer's non-profit or for-profit status; 8) the Development timeline for project
implementation; 10) and any other factors deemed relevant by the Ciy for the selection of
the most qualified Developer.
The City reserves the right to request clarification or additional information from a
Developer.
B. SELECTION PROCESS
Depending on the number of proposals received, a short list of responsive Developers may
be prepared. The City reserves the right to invite short list proposals to participate in an
interview process.
Upon completion of the evaluations and review of the submitted proposals, City staff shall
then request authorization from the City Council to negotiate a Disposition and
Development Agreement ("DDA") with the recommended successful Developer. There is
no guarantee that the City will decide to move forward with any proposed project based on
the RFP submittals. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. The Developer
waives all rights to seek legal remedies regarding any aspects of the RFP and the City's
selection process, upon the submittal of a response to the RFP.
C. SUBMITTAL DEADLINE
Only one proposal may be submitted by each Developer for this project. Developers
desiring to respond to the RFP shall submit an original and six (6) copies of the proposal,
marked on the outside "SEALED PROPOSAL FOR THE SELF-HELP HOUSING
DEVELOPMENT - - DO NOT OPEN WITH REGULAR MAIL" to the attention of: Rochelle
Klassen, City Clerk, City of Palm Desert, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, CA
92260" prior to the closing of the response period at 2:00 p.m. (PST), , 2017, at
which time they will be opened and forwarded to the Agency's Housing Division for review.
Proposals sent by telephone, telegram, e-mail, facsimile or other digital means will not be
accepted.
It is the sole responsibility of each developer to ensure that its proposal reaches the
City Clerk's Office by the time and date specified. Responses received after the
specified time and date shall be returned unopened and considered non-responsive.
Developers are cautioned that they are responsible for delivery to the specific
location cited above; therefore, if the response is delivered by an express mail carrier
or by any other means, it is the developer's responsibility to ensure delivery to the
City Clerk's office at the above address. The City will not be responsible for
deliveries made to any place other than the specified office or address.
VII. GENERAL INFORMATION
After a review of the RFP submittals, the City, in its sole discretion, may invite one or more
respondents for interviews, or may choose not to proceed with development of the Site.
There is no guarantee that the City will decide to move forward with any proposed project
based on the RFP submittals. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. The
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Developer waives all rights to seek legal remedies regarding any aspects of the RFP and
the City's selection process, upon the submittal of a response to the RFP.
Developer is required to carefully and fully investigate all of the requirements of this RFP.
As part of the investigation, if Developer wishes to visit or inspect the development site
related to this RFP, such visit or inspection (other than street visual) must be coordinated
with the City.
Developer is required to make all arrangements needed to fulfill the terms and preparation
of the proposal. By submitting a proposal, the Developer represents and certifies to the City
that such investigation has been completed and that it fully understands the Scope of
Development and requirements.
The Developer must be legally empowered to undertake and perform all work associated
with the RFP and the Project.
The Developer will be required to comply with all federal, state and local laws and
ordinances.
The Developer will be required to meet all environmental standards set forth by the
California Environmental Quality Act, and the City of Palm Desert's Zoning Ordinance. The
Developer must submit any and all documentation required by the City of Palm Desert, the
State of California, or the Federal Government in relation to any environmental controls,
regulations, or standards.
This RFP, its addendums and answers to requests for information related to the RFP
constitute the entire RFP.
A "Pre-Proposal Meeting" regarding the RFP will be held on , 2017 at 10:00 A.M. in
the North Wing Conference Room at Palm Desert City Hall, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive,
Palm Desert. It is highly recommended that interested Developers attend this meeting. All
questions related to the RFP will be answered at that meeting.
The successful Developer and all Developer's sub-consultants, will be required, at its and/or
their sole expense, to obtain and maintain during the term of any agreement, all appropriate
permits, certificates, payment and performance bonds, insurances and licenses including,
but not limited to, a City Business License. The City may require proof of such prior to
entering into any agreement.
The City will not reimburse Developer who submitted a proposal for any costs involved in
the preparation and submission of proposals.
The City reserves the right to request any Developer submitting a proposal to clarify its
proposal or to supply additional material deemed necessary to assist in the selection
process.
All submitted proposals and information included therein or attached thereto shall become
public records upon contract award.
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The City reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to accept or reject any or all proposals
submitted in response to this RFP, to alter the selection process, to waive any defects in
any of the proposals or to request further proposals. Neither this request, nor any of the
proceedings relating thereto, shall in any way create a binding contract or agreement of any
kind between the City and any Developer submitting a proposal. Selection of a Developer,
if any, is within the sole discretion of the City.
The contract resulting from this solicitation may be awarded to the qualified Developer
whose proposal has been determined by the City to be the most advantageous to the City.
The City reserves the right to award a contract to a Developer other than that of the
Developer that offers the lowest overall cost.
Please direct questions regarding this RFP to Jessica Gonzales, Senior Management
Analyst, City of Palm Desert, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260, (760)
346-0611, extension 410. All questions will be compiled and answered at the highly
recommended meeting scheduled for , 2017.
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EXHIBIT A
PROJECT MAP
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EXHIBIT B
RESPONDENT'S ❑UALIFICATION DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
Please complete this Qualification Disclosure Statement in its entirety. Whenever an
explanation is required, include such explanation on a separate page and include all
material facts and/or attachments. For any unanswered question, state the reason for
the failure to answer (e.g., non-applicable). Failure to complete and submit the
Qualification Disclosure Statement with the Proposal response may render the Proposal
non-responsive and may not be considered for award.
PART I — RESPONDENT(s) PROFILE INFORMATION
1. NAME/ADDRESS OF RESPONDENT:
Legal Entity Name
Federal Employer
Identification Number:
Entity Type
(not-for-profit/for-profit;LLC,etc.)
Is Respondent Submitting ❑ Entity Only ❑ Joint Venture/Partner ❑ Sub-Contractor
as:
City of Palm Desert
License
California Department of
Real Estate License
Other License(s)
Date of Formation No. of Years In Business
Principal Address
❑ther❑ffice Locations
Main Telephone
Website
List Any Related Entity
For all the following items, all answers should be provided as well for any related Entity.
2. PRINCIPALS/PARTNERS/BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE FIRM:
Name of Principal/
Board Member
Address:
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Position: Interest:
No. of Years with
Entity:
Name of Principal/
Board Member
Address:
070
Position: Interest:
No. of Years with
Entity:
Name of Principal/
Board Member
Address:
Position: Interest:
No. of Years with
Entity:
Name of Principal 1
Board Member
Address:
Position: Interest:
No. of Years with
Entities:
3. NAME OF PERSON(S) AUTHORIZED TO SIGN ❑N BEHALF OF THE FIRM:
Name:
Position:Principal Address:
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Email Address
Telephone:
4. FIRM CONTACT PERSON, IF OTHER THAN PRINCIPALS/BOARD OF DIRECTOR (5):
Name:
Position:
Principal Address:
Email Address
Telephone:
5. NAME OF PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE CITY AND
THAT WILL RESPOND TO SERVICES REQUIRED INCLUDING OVERSEEING
PERSONNEL THAT WILL WORK ON THE PROJECT:
Name:
Position:
Principal Address:
Email Address
Telephone:
Experience:
6. NAME OF PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE CITY THAT
WILL BE RESPONSIBLE TO RESPOND TO FINANCIAL INQUIRIES REQUIRED:
Name:
Position:
Principal Address:
Email Address
Telephone:
Experience:
PART II —RESPONDENT(s) ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION
1. 15 THERE ANY PRINCIPAL OR OFFICER OF THE FIRM OR ANY RELATED ENTITY WHO IS
OR WAS, OR WHOSE IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER IS OR WAS
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a Elected or appointed to a City office, Housing Authority or employed
• by a City Agency? Include part-time and unpaid positions, and [ ] NO [ ] YES
membership in advisory committees or Community Boards?
b A consultant or advisor to a City Agency performing services related
to the solicitation of, negotiation for, or operation/administration of [ ] NO [ ] YES
either
(i) the proposed project or (ii) any projects with such City Agency?
If YES to either of the above, provide the name of such person and
the City Agency and status with the City on a separate page.
2. HAS THE FIRM OR ANY RELATED ENTITY OR ANY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE PRINCIPALS
OR OFFICERS:
a Ever participated in, or been selected to participate in, any Housing
• Authority program, project, loan, contract or other activity as a [ ] NO [ ] YES
developer, sponsor, contractor, subcontractor, lender, borrower or in
any other capacity?
If YES, state the date, program, project, loan, contract and/or
activity, and all relevant details on a separate page.
b Been awarded a contract with any City Agency in the past (3) three
• years? [ I NO [ ] YES
If YES, identify the agency, contract or project and all relevant
details on a separate page.
C. Been a subcontractor on any contract with any City Agency in the past
(3) three years? [ I NO [ ] YES
If YES, provide the names of the City Agency and the prime
contractor and the contract start date on a separate page.
3. ARE THERE ANY PERSONS NOW SERVING IN A [ ] NO [ ] YES
MANAGEMENT OR ADVISORY CAPACITY TO THE FIRM
OR A RELATED ENTITY, WHETHER AS A PRINCIPAL,
ATTORNEY, ENGINEER, ARCHITECT OR IN ANY OTHER
CAPACITY, WHO PRESENTLY SERVE OR HAVE SERVED
AS A CONSULTANT OR ADVISOR TO THE CITY OR THE?
If YES, describe all material details on a separate page.
4. HAS THE FIRM OR ANY RELATED ENTITY OR ANY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE PRINCIPALS
OR OFFICERS EVER:
a Been found a non-responsible bidder by any Governmental [ ] NO [ ] YES
• Agency?
b Been denied a contract with a Governmental Agency despite [ ] NO [ ] YES
- being a low bidder or,proposer?
c. Had any form of designation, selection, award, approval, [ ] NO [ ]YES
license permit, or authorization revoked by a Governmental
Agency?
d Been suspended, barred, disqualified or otherwise declared [ I NO [ ] YES
- ineligible from entering into a contract or agreement with, or
other obligation to, a Governmental Agency?
e Been unable to execute, or unable to perform, a contract or
• agreement with, or other obligation to, a Governmental Agency [ ] NO [ ] YES
because it could not provide the required security, insurance or
surety bond?
f. Failed to timely complete the performance of its obligations [ ] NO [ ]YES
under a contract or agreement with, or other obligation to, a
Governmental Agency?
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g Had any contract or agreement with, or other obligation to, a
• Governmental Agency terminated, canceled or not renewed by [ ] NO [ ] YES
any
Governmental Agency?
• If YES to any of the above, provide the name and EIN of the Entity, the name of the
Governmental Agency and all material details on a separate page.
5. HAS ANY AUDITS ❑F THE FIRM CONDUCTE❑ IN THE
PAST FIVE YEARS REVEALE❑ MATERIAL
DEFICIENCIES IN EITHER ITS SYSTEM ❑F INTERNAL
CONTROLS OR IN ITS COMPLIANCE WITH LEGALLY [ ] N❑ [ ] YES
BINDING AGREEMENTS, LAWS OR REGULATIONS?
if YES, provide name of auditing agency, audit date and
date corrective action was implemented on a separate
page.
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EXHIBIT C
PROPOSAL CERTIFICATION
Respondent(s) certifies that the following statements are true and correct:
1 . The undersigned has full authority to bind the Developer to the Proposal
submitted in response to the City of Palm Desert's Request for Proposals.
2. The undersigned certifies that the information included in or attached to the
proposal is true and correct and until such time the City selects and
unconditionally approves an Agreement, the undersigned will report any
changes in or additions t❑ the information and furnish further documentation or
information as may be requested.
3. The undersigned agrees t❑ furnish and deliver all services, items, and
documents represented in this proposal.
4. The undersigned warrants that he/she has not given, offered to give, nor
intends to give at any time hereafter any economic opportunity, future
employment, gift, loan, gratuity, special discount, trip, favor, or service to
public servant in connection with this proposal.
5. The undersigned certifies that proposing Developer, or anyone acting on
behalf of firm, has not violated antitrust laws of the State of California, Federal
antitrust laws of the United States of America, or colluded in any way, directly
or indirectly, with any competitor, partner, other proposing firm, ❑r individual, in
the preparation of this proposal ❑r fees quoted.
5. The undersigned acknowledges and accepts all terms and conditions
referenced in this Request for Proposals.
7. The undersigned certifies they, or their represented firm, has not received
compensation for participation in the preparation of the specifications for this
Request for Proposals.
8. The undersigned certifies they, or their represented firm, is not currently under
investigation for any harassment, fair housing or equal opportunity
employment violations, or alleged violations, by any state or federal bodies,
that has not been fully disclosed including details of that investigation, in this
proposal.
9. The undersigned agrees to execute, or negotiate in good faith the execution ❑f
a contract for the provision of services represented in this proposal.
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10.The undersigned acknowledges the City of Palm Desert's right to reject any,
and all, proposals at its sole discretion.
Signature of Authorized Representative Date
Printed Name of Authorized Representative Title
Printed Firm Name Legal Status (Inc., LLC, etc.)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the
document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness,accuracy, or validity of that document.
State of California
County of
On before me,
Personally appeared
who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the
person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and
acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their
authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument
the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed
the instrument.
I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the Sate of California
that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
Signature:
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EXHIBIT D
NON-COLLUSIVE AFFIDAVIT
AFFIDAVIT
State of California
)ss.
County of Riverside }
, being first duly sworn, deposes and says:
That he is _, the party making the foregoing proposal
or bid, that such proposal or bid is genuine and not collusive or sham; that said bidder
has not colluded, conspired, connived or agreed, directly or indirectly, sought by
agreement or collusion, or communication or conference, with any person, to fix the bid
price or affiant, or of any other bidder or to fix any overhead profit or cost element of
said bid price, or that of any other bidder or to secure any advantage against the
or any person interested in the
proposed contract, and that ali statements in said proposal or bid are true.
Signature of Person Making Affidavit:
Subscribed and sworn to me this day of , 20
My commission expires: , 20
Notary Public Signature:
Official Seal:
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EXHIBIT E
RESPONDENT'S QUALIFICATION REFERENCES
This sample form details necessary reference check information needed for a
completed Proposal. Failure to provide adequate reference contact information is
grounds for disqualification.
1. REFERENCES:
Provide a minimum of two (2) references for which the Entity has performed property
management services similar to those required by the RFP during the past three (3) years. These
projects should be similar in nature and scope to the Properties. Attach a separate sheet for
additional references if desired.
Contract Name:
Contract Term:
Annual Contract Value:
Contact Person/Title:
Address:
Telephone:
E-mail:
Contract Name:
Contract Term: -
Annual Contract Value:
Contact Person/Title:
Address:
Telephone:
E-mail:
Describe separately for each reference above relevant experience and working knowledge
performed for this client as it relates to the Scope of Services as stated in the RFP. Include the
location, size, duration of properties managed, qualification of low income families, and a
description of the role of management. Please provide responses on additional sheets and attach
with this form as part of the proposal.
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Contract No. C35510
EXHIBIT A
City of Palm Desert
Request for Proposals for Self -Help Affordable Housing Development
p?b
DATE:
10/2017
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