Town of Surfside Beach Consulting Firms to Examine and Evaluate Business Activity RFQ 23-005
Town of Surfside BeachCity · Surfside Beach, SC- Due
- Sep 15, 2023
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 29, 2023
- Primary contact
- Gerald D. Vincent
- (843) 913-6331
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Town of Surfside Beach is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (RFQ 23-005) from qualified consulting firms to examine and evaluate business activity within the town's corporate limits. The primary objective is to identify non-compliant businesses operating without a Town Business License and to recover unpaid licensing fees, franchise fees, and taxes. The selected firm will be responsible for identifying revenue sources, contacting non-compliant entities, providing monthly progress spreadsheets, and performing audit services for previously received franchise fees. Submissions must be received by September 15, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. local time. Evaluation criteria include experience with projects of comparable size, past performance, staffing levels, and a reasonable basis of fee proposal.
Cover Letter, Company Overview, Project Team, Professional Accomplishments, Experience, References, Project Approach, Proposal Certification form
Experience with projects of comparable size, Past performance, Professional personnel and adequate staffing levels, Demonstrated ability to meet time and quality requirements, Recent current and projected workloads, Location, Total cost/reasonable basis of fee proposal
SUMMARY
The Town of Surfside Beach is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (RFQ 23-005) from qualified consulting firms to examine and evaluate business activity within the town's corporate limits.
The primary objective is to identify non-compliant businesses operating without a Town Business License and to recover unpaid licensing fees, franchise fees, and taxes. The selected firm will be responsible for identifying revenue sources, contacting non-compliant entities, providing monthly progress spreadsheets, and performing audit services for previously received franchise fees. Submissions must be received by September 15, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. local time. Evaluation criteria include experience with projects of comparable size, past performance, staffing levels, and a reasonable basis of fee proposal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Experience with projects of comparable size
- Past performance
- Professional personnel and adequate staffing levels
- Demonstrated ability to meet time and quality requirements
- Recent current and projected workloads
- Location
- Total cost/reasonable basis of fee proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Cover Letter
- Company Overview
- Project Team
- Professional Accomplishments
- Experience
- References
- Project Approach
- Proposal Certification form
- Submit to
- Town Hall at 210 U.S. Highway 17 South, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
- Scope location
- Surfside Beach, SC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Surfside Beach?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 2023. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Town Hall at 210 U.S. Highway 17 South, Surfside Beach, SC 29575. For questions, contact Gerald D. Vincent.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Surfside Beach in SC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Gerald D. Vincent at (843) 913-6331. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cover Letter, Company Overview, Project Team, Professional Accomplishments, Experience, References, Project Approach, Proposal Certification form. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Experience with projects of comparable size, Past performance, Professional personnel and adequate staffing levels, Demonstrated ability to meet time and quality requirements, Recent current and proje..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Surfside Beach?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Surfside Beach are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Surfside Beach regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town of Surfside Beach for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Surfside Beach, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.