RFQ 2024DD-01 - Preparations of a New Development Code Ordinance
Bid/RFP Status:
Open - accepting bids and proposals
Bid/RFP Due Date:
Monday, July 15, 2024 - 3:00pm
Bid/RFP Reference Number:
RFQ 2024DD-01
INTRODUCTION
Purpose
The City of Kyle, Texas, is requesting a statement of qualification from consultants to provide professional planning services associated with the preparation of a new development code ordinance.
Background
Kyle, Texas was established in 1880 as a railroad town located in eastern Hays County. Since the year 2000, Kyle has grown rapidly from a small town of 6,348 to an estimated 58,500 residents in 2024. Hays County has experienced significant growth and development in the last two decades that is expected to continue in the foreseeable future, given its proximity to the state capital of Austin and the IH-35 corridor running north/south through the county.
As the City of Kyle has rapidly grown, the City’s 20-year-old subdivision and zoning code is in need of an overhaul. Over the last 25 years, the City quickly transitioned from a small, rural town to an affordable suburban city of the Austin metropolitan area. Kyle is poised on the precipice of greatness as it transforms from a suburban community to destination community for both citizens of the Austin region and from a commercial perspective.
With the anticipation of continued growth and development there is a desire to adopt a new development code that allows for progressive, fiscal based, development, with flexibility in mind. Frequently, the City of Kyle looks to Planned Unit Developments to implement innovative projects. The new development code would strike the right balance between quality development and provide flexibility in the correct areas of the code.
Below are links for the existing City of Kyle Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Regulations, and 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
Current Zoning Ordinance of the City of Kyle, Texas:
https://library.municode.com/tx/kyle/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTI...
Current Subdivision Regulations of the City of Kyle, Texas:
https://library.municode.com/tx/kyle/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTI...
City of Kyle Comprehensive Plan
https://www.cityofkyle.com/planning/kyle-2030-comprehensive-plan
General Submission Information
This RFP is posted on the City of Kyle’s website at www.cityofkyle.com/rfps.
PROPOSAL SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Monday, July 15th PRIOR TO 3:00 p.m.
Proposals should be clearly marked New Development Code Ordinance - RFQ 2024DD-01 and submitted to:
Daniel Dellemonache
City of Kyle, Purchasing Supervisor
100 W. Center Street, Kyle, TX 78640
(512) 779-3874
Any proposal received later than the specified time, whether delivered in-person or by mail will be disqualified. The City of Kyle will not be responsible for late delivery from the post office or delivery to any location other than the one specified above. Responders are encouraged to hand deliver their proposals well ahead of opening time or follow up to confirm their proposals were received before the deadline. The City further reserves its right to reject all proposals for any reason or any proposal that does not contain all the information requested in this RFQ.
Potential responders may also submit a written email request to KylePurchasing@cityofkyle.com for additional information or clarification. The deadline for questions is Monday, July 8th at 5:00 p.m. Please reference the RFQ name in the subject line and provide the applicable page number with each question. Responses to questions will be posted on the City of Kyle’s website at www.cityofkyle.com as an addendum prior to the submission deadline.
SCOPE OF WORK
The City is seeking a consultant or consulting team that must have experience and knowledge in the fields of municipal planning and zoning, including demonstrated experience in writing & updating zoning, subdivision regulations and related development standards. The City’s newly adopted 2030 Comprehensive Plan places an emphasis on fiscal based development and proposed development codes will be required to incorporate regulations following the comprehensive plan. Additional requirements are to tie the City’s Vybe Trail and Vybe Nodes into the code, allow for residential and commercial, infill-based projects, and account for the semi-arid climate in Central Texas relating to water conservation. The goal upon completion of the anticipated scope of services is the adoption and implementation of a development code that incorporates best-practices and context-sensitive applications. The new development code will provide design standards for development of the City's existing developing areas as well as greenfield areas that can be sufficiently served with public infrastructure and services while also minimizing adverse impacts. The city desires the scope of services be completed within 18 months or preferably less, of the issuance of a notice to proceed by the city.
SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS & SCORING
See Section 9, Offer Submittals and Section 10, Evaluation of Offers in the Solicitation Instructions.
SELECTION PROCESS
This RFQ provides information necessary to prepare and submit proposals for consideration and ranking by the City. The City will analyze and evaluate the proposals and rank the companies in order of the most qualified based on demonstrated competence and qualifications in accordance with the process below.
• Step 1 – City Staff Evaluation
o City staff will evaluate all proposals for demonstrated competence based on the selection criteria listed in Section 10 of the Solicitation Instructions.
o A maximum of 100 points will be awarded for a Responder’s proposal.
o The City staff may invite a limited number of Responders for a scored interview prior to Council Consideration.
• Step 2 City Council Award
o City Council will make the final determination of the most qualified responder and will award the contract. City Council will make their determination based on responder’s proposals, interview materials from responders if applicable, and recommendations from the City Staff Evaluation panel.
