Allocating ARPA funds to the Downtown Reno Partnership; hiring private security forces for the City Plaza; a sobering report on the Reno Police Department & more
I don't live in Reno right now and unsure when I'll be coming back. These updates are magic for me. Who could know the minutes could be so entertaining? Great job! And thank you for all your heard work.
The Staff Report for Item D.6 explains the need to reallocate the funds formerly designated for landscaping and security at the First Church of Christ, Scientist/Lear Theater since no one responded to that bid and there wasn’t enough time to re-notice it.
However, though no expert, I understand that the December 31 date is an "allocation" deadline, not a spending deadline. The city has another 2 years to spend the funds. Even if there is no time to rebid, does anyone know of some way the funds could be "obligated" to the Lear Theater by December 31 without requiring with the bidding process?
Here are some thoughts on the Lear Theater Dec 31 funding matter (from gemini)
here are some strategies they could consider:
1. Emergency Declaration:
If the remodel is truly an emergency (e.g., critical safety issue, immediate need for repairs), the city may be able to declare an emergency and bypass the usual bidding requirements. Their procurement code likely has provisions for emergency procurements.
2. Piggybacking on Existing Contracts:
If another government entity (state, county, etc.) has a contract for similar construction/remodeling services, the city might be able to "piggyback" on that contract, avoiding the need for its own bidding process. This often requires an intergovernmental agreement.
3. Small Purchase Thresholds:
If the remodel project falls below a certain dollar threshold, it might be exempt from formal bidding requirements. The city's procurement code will specify these thresholds.
4. Job Order Contracting (JOC):
If the city has an existing JOC in place, they might be able to use it for the remodel. JOCs involve pre-negotiated contracts with contractors for a wide range of construction services, allowing for quicker project starts.
5. Request for Proposals (RFP) with Shortened Timeline:
While an RFP process is still competitive, it can be more flexible than formal sealed bidding. The city could issue an RFP with a shortened response time, focusing on qualifications and pricing rather than a lengthy bid evaluation.
6. Amend Existing Contracts:
If the city has an existing contract with a contractor who could do the remodel, they might be able to amend the contract to include the new work, as long as it's within the scope of the original contract.
These are great ideas--could you send them to City Council in advance so they might consider them? The easiest way is by sending an email to Publiccomment@reno.gov which will be forwarded to them.
I don't live in Reno right now and unsure when I'll be coming back. These updates are magic for me. Who could know the minutes could be so entertaining? Great job! And thank you for all your heard work.
The Staff Report for Item D.6 explains the need to reallocate the funds formerly designated for landscaping and security at the First Church of Christ, Scientist/Lear Theater since no one responded to that bid and there wasn’t enough time to re-notice it.
However, though no expert, I understand that the December 31 date is an "allocation" deadline, not a spending deadline. The city has another 2 years to spend the funds. Even if there is no time to rebid, does anyone know of some way the funds could be "obligated" to the Lear Theater by December 31 without requiring with the bidding process?
John White
Here are some thoughts on the Lear Theater Dec 31 funding matter (from gemini)
here are some strategies they could consider:
1. Emergency Declaration:
If the remodel is truly an emergency (e.g., critical safety issue, immediate need for repairs), the city may be able to declare an emergency and bypass the usual bidding requirements. Their procurement code likely has provisions for emergency procurements.
2. Piggybacking on Existing Contracts:
If another government entity (state, county, etc.) has a contract for similar construction/remodeling services, the city might be able to "piggyback" on that contract, avoiding the need for its own bidding process. This often requires an intergovernmental agreement.
3. Small Purchase Thresholds:
If the remodel project falls below a certain dollar threshold, it might be exempt from formal bidding requirements. The city's procurement code will specify these thresholds.
4. Job Order Contracting (JOC):
If the city has an existing JOC in place, they might be able to use it for the remodel. JOCs involve pre-negotiated contracts with contractors for a wide range of construction services, allowing for quicker project starts.
5. Request for Proposals (RFP) with Shortened Timeline:
While an RFP process is still competitive, it can be more flexible than formal sealed bidding. The city could issue an RFP with a shortened response time, focusing on qualifications and pricing rather than a lengthy bid evaluation.
6. Amend Existing Contracts:
If the city has an existing contract with a contractor who could do the remodel, they might be able to amend the contract to include the new work, as long as it's within the scope of the original contract.
These are great ideas--could you send them to City Council in advance so they might consider them? The easiest way is by sending an email to Publiccomment@reno.gov which will be forwarded to them.
I heard Kash Patel was on the City Manager short list but got a better offer.