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File #: RES 21-250    Name:
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
In control: President and Board of Trustees
On agenda: 10/18/2021 Final action: 10/18/2021
Title: A Resolution to Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Graef-USA Inc. for Sustainability, Climate and Resiliency Planning Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $125,000 and Authorizing Its Execution
Attachments: 1. Resolution - Graef, 2. Graef-USA Inc. Agreement, 3. Exhibit A to Agreement, 4. Exhibit B to Agreement, 5. Exhibit C to Agreement, 6. VOP SCARP RFP FINAL
Submitted By
Ahmad M. Zayyad, Deputy Village Manager


Reviewed By
LKS

Agenda Item Title
Title
A Resolution to Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Graef-USA Inc. for Sustainability, Climate and Resiliency Planning Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $125,000 and Authorizing Its Execution

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Overview
Overview
On March 22, 2021, the Village Board approved the use of $125,000 in sustainability funds to develop a comprehensive sustainability and climate action plan for the community of Oak Park. On September 20, 2021, the Village Board approved the selection of GRAEF for short-term consultant services to assist with the development of the plan. The Board directed staff to develop a scope of work and other necessary documents for Board approval.
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Recommendation
Recommendation
Adopt the resolution.

Fiscal Impact
On April 19, 2021, the Board approved a budget amendment for this project.
External Support - Account No - 2310.41020.101.530667 - $125,000

Background
On March 22, 2021, the Village Board approved the use of $125,000 in sustainability funds to develop a comprehensive sustainability and climate action plan for the community of Oak Park. The Board directed staff to prepare a Request for Proposals for short-term consultant services to assist with the development of the plan.

On June 22, 2021, the Village of Oak Park issued an amended Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Comprehensive Sustainability and Climate Action and Resiliency Plan (S/CARP). Staff solicited and received thirteen (13) proposals in response to the RFP. Staff reviewed proposals for responsiveness to the RFP requirements, including proposed approach and deliverables, and demonstrated knowledge of community climate plan development, climate vulnerability assessment, greenhouse gas inventory (GHGI) preparation, and equitable community engagement practices. The staff proposal review team was comprised of staff from the Village Manager's Office including the Sustainabi...

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