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University Park Recreation District Strategic Consulting RFP 2025

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Due
Nov 6, 2025
Deadline passed
Posted
Oct 31, 2025
Primary contact
Jennifer Brown
(941) 355-3888 ext 260

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

The University Park Recreation District (UPRD) is drafting a Request for Proposals (RFP) for strategic consulting services. The selected consultant will be responsible for assessing the current state of the Homeowners Association (HOA) and Country Club, performing a competitive analysis against similar demographics in the Sarasota and Southeast regions, and conducting a SWOT analysis. The scope includes confirming a future state through community town halls, justifying aspirational investments, and providing recommendations for governance, membership categories, and capital improvements. The draft includes a decision matrix evaluating vendors on approach, pricing, creativity, and past experience. This document serves as a draft for committee review prior to formal issuance.

What you must deliver

Current state assessment, Competitive analysis, SWOT analysis, Community outreach/town halls, Investment recommendations, Project identification

How it's scored

Approach, Pricing, Creativity, Past Experience, Completeness, Customization to UP needs, Process, Deliverables

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Summary

The University Park Recreation District (UPRD) is drafting a Request for Proposals (RFP) for strategic consulting services.

The selected consultant will be responsible for assessing the current state of the Homeowners Association (HOA) and Country Club, performing a competitive analysis against similar demographics in the Sarasota and Southeast regions, and conducting a SWOT analysis. The scope includes confirming a future state through community town halls, justifying aspirational investments, and providing recommendations for governance, membership categories, and capital improvements. The draft includes a decision matrix evaluating vendors on approach, pricing, creativity, and past experience. This document serves as a draft for committee review prior to formal issuance.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

8
  • Approach
  • Pricing
  • Creativity
  • Past Experience
  • Completeness
  • Customization to UP needs
  • Process
  • Deliverables

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

6
  • Current state assessment
  • Competitive analysis
  • SWOT analysis
  • Community outreach/town halls
  • Investment recommendations
  • Project identification
Scope location
University Park, FL

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from University Park Recreation District?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Jennifer Brown.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including University Park Recreation District in FL, 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 RFP 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 Jennifer Brown at (941) 355-3888 ext 260. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Current state assessment, Competitive analysis, SWOT analysis, Community outreach/town halls, Investment recommendations, Project identification. 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: "Approach, Pricing, Creativity, Past Experience, Completeness, Customization to UP needs, Process, Deliverables" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from University Park Recreation District?

All active and historical solicitations from University Park Recreation District are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, University Park Recreation District 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 RFP?

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 University Park Recreation District for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: University Park, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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