HomeMy WebLinkAbout24 DW RFP Review CommitteeSTAFF REPORT
CITY OF PALM DESERT
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
MEETING DATE: November 18, 2021
PREPARED BY: Martin Alvarez, Development Services Director
REQUEST: Receive and File the Desert Willow Management Request for
Proposals Evaluation Committee Member List
Recommendation
By Minute Motion, receive and file the Desert Willow Management Request for
Proposals (RFP) Evaluation Committee member list.
Strategic Plan
Authorization to pursue a Request for Qualifications/Proposals for the management and
operations of the Desert Willow Golf Resort aligns with the 2013-2033 Strategic Plan,
Envision Palm Desert — Forward Together: Parks and Recreation Priority 2
• Make recreational and exercise opportunities pervasive in all public spaces events to
enhance and expand the Palm Desert economy and lifestyle.
The continued development and operation of Desert Willow Golf Resort aligns with multiple
objectives of the City's Strategic Plan. Desert Willow's golf courses and hospitality
components provide Palm Desert residents and guests a premier resort -recreational
experience within an environmentally responsible and sustainable environment.
Background
At its September 30, 2021 meeting, the City Council authorized staff to release an RFP for
the maintenance and operations of the Desert Willow Golf Resort. The RFP was posted on
October 11, 2021 and the RFPs were received on November 15, 2021. Staff will provide a
verbal update at its November 18, 2021, meeting on the number of RFPs received.
Discussion
The RFP process will require a fair and comprehensive evaluation of the proposing teams
and their respective submittals. Due to the broad requirements and multiple complexities
of Desert Willow's operation, staff is recommending that an RFP Evaluation Committee
be assembled to interview the teams and evaluate the submittals of those firms that
submit qualified proposals. At its September 30, 2021 meeting, the City Council directed
staff to include the following members:
• City Council liaison to the Desert Willow Presidents Committee — Sabby Jonathan
• One additional City Councilmember — Mayor Kathleen Kelly
• One member from the Palm Desert Recreational Facilities Corporation Board —
Phil Smith
• Three at -large members of the community
0 One local golf course superintendent (non -competing golf course, TBD)
November 18, 2021 - Staff Report
Desert Willow Management RFP Evaluation Committee
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o One member with hospitality management experience (Jim Moran, General
Manager at Marriott Shadow Ridge)
o One resident with Desert Willow / golf experience — Bob Leo, Chair of the
City's Finance Committee
Upon finalization of the review committee membership, staff will prepare the proposal
evaluation criteria for the committee members to utilize during the RFP evaluation and
interview process. Upon completion of the evaluations, staff will provide the Committee's
recommendation to the City Council for consideration.
Fiscal Analysis:
Establishment of the Desert Willow RFP Review Committee has no fiscal impact.
LEGAL REVIEW DEPT. REVIEW FINANCIAL ASSISTANT
REVIEW CITY MANAGER
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Robert Hargreaves
City Attorney
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CITY COUNCIL ACTION
APPROVED DENIED
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Original on File with City Clerk's Office