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Visalia Parks and Recreation Master Plan, Needs Assessment, and Park Impact Fee Study - Authorize City Manager to award contract to PROS Consulting of Brownsburg, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $273,755.
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Prepared by: Jason Glick, Parks and Recreation Director 713-4042, jason.glick@visalia.gov
Department Recommendation: It is recommended to authorize the City Manager to sign a contract with Pros Consulting in the amount of $273,755 for Visalia Parks and Recreation Master Plan, Needs Assessment, and Park Impact Fee Study.
Summary:
The Visalia Parks and Recreation Master Plan and Needs Assessment has been identified as a Capital Improvement Project (CIP) for Fiscal Year 2025-26. To initiate the process, a Request for Proposals (RFP) was released on August 14, 2025, inviting qualified consulting firms with expertise in developing parks and recreation master plans for municipalities. The RFP, designated as Project 24-25-61, was advertised locally in the Visalia Times-Delta and the Tulare Advance-Register, broadcast on BidNet Direct and the City's website. In addition, notices were sent to 33 consulting firms as well as various exchanges and plan room networks. The RFP closed on September 3, 2025.
A selection panel, comprised of City staff from both the Parks and Recreation and Engineering departments, was convened to review and evaluate the submitted proposals. On September 17, 2025, the panel met to conduct their review. Four firms responded to the RFP, each submitting thoughtful and comprehensive proposals.
After thorough evaluation, PROS Consulting was unanimously selected by the panel. The firm distinguished itself through its detailed and well-organized proposal, which demonstrated a strong commitment to community engagement, a balanced focus on both parks and recreation, and a solid track record of successful projects with municipalities across California and the nation. The quality of their presentation, along with t...
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