1205-RFQ-25-4 Public-Private Partnership Advisors

The City of Riviera Beach, in collaboration with the Utility Special District (USD) and the Riviera Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) numbered 1205-RFQ-25-4 to establish a qualified pool of Public-Private Partnership (P3) Advisors. The procurement seeks professional services to support the evaluation, planning, and execution of complex development initiatives and P3 projects. Advisors will be required to provide comprehensive services including financial analysis, economic forecasting, risk assessment, legal review, and strategic recommendations for P3 proposals and development projects. Specific deliverables include reviewing project plans, analyzing financing structures, evaluating municipal engagement, assessing design and construction plans, conducting lifecycle cost and value for money analyses, and preparing presentations for City leadership. The solicitation was posted on August 1, 2025, with questions due by August 27, 2025, and proposals due by September 11, 2025. The initial contract term will be three years, with the City Manager having the option to renew for two additional one-year terms. Evaluation will likely focus on the firm's qualifications, experience in P3 project development, and ability to provide objective, thorough recommendations that support the City's public interest objectives.

The RFQ includes a goal of 15% Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation, indicating a commitment to supporting smaller and disadvantaged businesses. Potential respondents must complete an extensive set of required forms, including Conflict of Interest Disclosure, E-Verify Affirmation, Non-Discrimination Affidavit, and Scrutinized Companies Certification. The City offers a local vendor preference program that provides a five percent preference in evaluation points for businesses located within Riviera Beach, either through direct qualification or by subcontracting at least 25 percent of the contract amount to local subcontractors. Contractors will be required to maintain various insurance coverages, including $3,000,000 in professional liability insurance, $1,000,000 in commercial general liability insurance, and $1,000,000 in comprehensive automobile liability insurance. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement will create a pre-qualified pool of advisors who can be engaged for specific assignments under subsequent task orders, with compensation determined based on individual project requirements. The contract will be contingent upon annual appropriations by the Riviera Beach City Council.