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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCRA-R-23-0063 BackupCHRISTINE KING Board Chair REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS JAMES MCQUEEN Executive Director LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE SERVICES FOR NW 9TH STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL IMPROVEMENTS RFQ NUMBER 23-01 ISSUE DATE MAY 24, 2023 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & CLARIFICATION DEADLINE JUNE 16, 2023 AT 4:00 P.M. RESPONSE SUBMISSION DATE & TIME JUNE 27, 2023 AT 11:00 A.M. DESIGNATED CONTACT Brian Zeltsman, RA, Director of Architecture and Development Southeast Overtown / Park West Community Redevelopment Agency 819 NW 2nd Ave, 3rd Floor Miami, Florida 33136 305-679-6827 Fax: 305-679-6835 Email: bzeltsman@miamigov.com Website: http://www.miamicra.com/seopwcra/pages/procurement.html CHRISTINE KING Board Chair JAMES MCQUEEN Executive Director TABLE OF CONTENTS PublicNotice............ ...... ...... ............ ...... ......... ...... Pg. 2 SECTION 1 Introduction to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Pg. 3 SECTION 2 RFQ Scope of Services Pg. 6 SECTION 3 RFQ General Conditions Pg. 7 SECTION 4 Instructions for Submitting a Response... Pg. 10 SECTION 5 Evaluation and Selection Process Pg. 15 SECTION 6 RFQ Response Forms Pg. 17 Request For Qualifications 1 RFQ No. 23-01 CHRISTINE KING Board Chair JAMES MCQUEEN Executive Director PUBLIC NOTICE SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN / PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE SERVICES FOR NW 9TH STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL IMPROVEMENTS RFQ NO: 23-01 The Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency (the "SEOPW CRA") is seeking the services of a qualified landscape architecture firm to provide professional design services for future improvements to the NW 9th Street Pedestrian Mall. Completed Responses must be delivered to the City of Miami City Clerk's Office, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, Florida 33133 no later than 11:00 am, on June 27, 2023 ("Response Submission Date"). Any Responses received after the above date and time or delivered to a different address or location will not be considered. RFQ documents may be obtained on or after May 24, 2023, from the SEOPW CRA offices, 819 NW 2nd Ave, 3rd Floor, Miami, Florida 33136, or from the SEOPW CRA webpage: http://www.miamicra.com/seopwcra/papes/procurement.html It is the sole responsibility of all firms to ensure the receipt of any addendum and it is recommended that firms periodically check the SEOPW CRA webpage for updates and the issuance of addenda. The SEOPW CRA reserves the right to accept any Responses deemed to be in the best interest of the SEOPW CRA, to waive any minor irregularities, omissions, and/or technicalities in any Responses, or to reject any or all Responses and to re -advertise for new Responses as deemed necessary by the SEOPW CRA without notice. Request For Qualifications 2 RFQ No. 23-01 CHRISTINE KING Board Chair SECTION 2 2.0: RFQ SCOPE OF SERVICES JAMES MCQUEEN Executive Director 2.1. Purpose The SEOPW CRA is seeking to procure the services of a qualified landscape architecture firm to provide professional design services for future improvements to the NW 9th Street Pedestrian Mall in Overtown. The area includes NW 9th Street from NW 3rd Avenue to NW 1st Avenue, and the pedestrian area along NW 1st Avenue and MetroRail Guideway from NW 8th Street to NW 10th Street ("Project Site"). 2.2. Scope of Services 1. The successful Proposer will provide a concept design for the following anticipated scope items: • Hardscape and softscape layout • Pedestrian pavements • Site lighting replacement/improvement • Site furniture replacement • Landscape replacement • Incorporation/selection of art work or sculptural elements • Walls, steps, railings as required 2. Concept level cost estimation services will be required of the successful Proposer upon completion of the conceptual design. Upon completion of conceptual design stage and receipt of the cost estimate, the SEOPW CRA will make a determination for the intended delivery method to complete the improvement project which may include a design -build approach, which would be procured under a future solicitation. Request For Qualifications 6 RFQ No. 23-01 k4. 4 9TH STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL IMPROVEMENTS STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS • HOOD DESIGN STUDIO OAKLAND, CA SUBMITTED TO: TODD HANNON JUNE 27, 2023 HOOD DESIGN STUDIO 9TH STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL I RFQ - LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICES CONTENTS SECTION A 5 PROPOSAL LETTER 8 QUALIFICATIONS OF PROPOSER SECTION B 24 TEAM QUALIFICATIONS 26 PROJECT MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS 27 TEAM ORGANIZATION SECTION C 30 DESIGN PHILOSOPHY 34 TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES SECTION D 38 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 3 HOOD DESIGN STUDIO 9TH STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL I RFQ - LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICES Dear Todd Hannon, Hood Design Studio stands as an exemplary choice for designing the 9th Street Pedestrian Mall in Overtown, Miami. With its commendable synthesis of landscape architecture and social art practice, Hood Design Studio is renowned for its proficiency in fostering spaces that intertwine cultural history, ecology, and social practices. One of the significant reasons why Hood Design Studio should be chosen lies in its unique approach that melds Everyday, Lifeways, and Commemoration. This approach is ideal for Overtown, a neighborhood with a rich history and culture. The Everyday aspect would ensure that the pedestrian mall is not just visually appealing, but also functional and integral to the daily lives of Overtown's residents. Through thoughtful design, the studio would rejuvenate the space, creating a destination that becomes a fabric of the community's daily routine. Additionally, the Lifeways aspect would be invaluable in Overtown. Hood Design Studio's expertise in integrating the social tapestry into its designs is evident from their previous projects. For instance, how they blended Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood's jazz heritage with Lake Michigan's ecological features. Similarly, in Overtown, which has its own historical significance in jazz and African American culture, the studio would create a space that is deeply rooted in the community's history, reflecting and celebrating its heritage. By doing so, it would not only make the pedestrian mall aesthetically pleasing but also a symbol of the community's identity. Furthermore, Commemoration, as an aspect, resonates with creating spaces that honor history. Overtown, often referred to as "Miami's Harlem," is rich in history and has been home to several prominent figures. Through the lens of Commemoration, Hood Design Studio could create elements within the pedestrian mall that pay homage to the significant individuals and events of Overtown's past. Just as they did in Jacksonville, Florida, where they honored the Johnson brothers through thoughtfully integrated design elements, a similar approach in Overtown could create a lasting tribute that instills pride and belonging in the community. Moreover, Hood Design Studio has a track record of unearthing hidden beauty and fostering a heightened awareness of our surroundings. In a place like Overtown, this attribute would be invaluable, as it could help to spotlight and uplift aspects of the community that have been overlooked or underappreciated. Hood Design Studio's distinctive approach, commitment to cultural integration, and proven expertise in creating spaces that resonate with community identity and history, make it the ideal candidate for designing the 9th Street Pedestrian Mall in Overtown, Miami. Sincerely. Paul Peters Principal Hood Design Studio 5 De Young Museum Gardens I,Saierancig C _The New de Young Museum gardens in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, integrate the urban and the constructed naturaflandscape. Working within this re -made sand dune environment, the landscapes five acres of restored space that surrounds the b ding, retaining existing larttlscape features while -creating r xi maces for children and adults alik he landscape is composed of a se -s of varieth �_ ronments, each an experie a inspired other sites withirkG • • e Gate Pa STUDIO INFO Main Contact Paul Peters paul@hooddesIgnstudlo.com 949 491 5149 Address 3016 Filbert Street Studio 2 Oakland, CA 94608 510 595 0688 www.hooddesIgnstudlo.com DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) firm in CA by the California Unified Certification Program (CUCP) [Certificate Number. 41439] Company Type S Corporation, State of California 20 Employees Hood Design Studio, established in 1992 in Oakland, California, stands at the forefront of social art and design practice. With a tripartite approach encompassing art + fabrication, design + landscape, and research + urbanism, Hood Design Studio possesses the versatility to comprehend each location in both scale and context. This understanding empowers Hood Design Studio to provide bespoke designs that are adaptive to the distinct characteristics of a space, rather than deploying a one - size -fits -all template. At the core of Hood Design Studio's practice lies the emphasis on bolstering inherent patterns and practices, both ecological and cultural, that often go unnoticed.Through the transformation of urban spaces and objects into public sculptures, Hood Design Studio exposes the inherent beauty, peculiarity, and eccentricities of the environment. Collaboration is at the heart of Hood Design Studios design philosophy. Projects flourish through the amalgamation of expertise from diverse design teams and by fostering meaningful engagements with local communities. By attending to both the constructed and the evolving landscape systems across various scales, Hood Design Studio captures the essence of spaces, from the trails of tributaries to the extent of watersheds, and from individual sites to the larger landscape. Hood Design Studio's portfolio boasts an array of nationally recognized projects. Among them is the enchanting De Young Museum Gardens in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park, which echoes the site's historical dune Iandscape.The Los Angeles Broad Museum Plaza is another feather in Hood Design Studio's cap, showcasing a green space situated on a structure and adorned with a grove of century -old Barouni Olive Trees. In New York, the Cooper Hewitt Museum Arthur Ross Terrace and Garden presents a fusion of the original 1901 design with contemporary influences. Further, Hood Design Studio has been instrumental in neighborhood revitalization projects such as a street painting and master plan in Opa Locka, Florida, the Viaduct Rail Park and a pop-up garden in North Philadelphia, as well as Splashpad Park in Oakland, an extension to the Lake Merritt Park system. In recognition of its innovation and impact, Hood Design Studio has been the recipient of multiple awards, including the AIA Award for Collaborative Achievement and the Cooper -Hewitt National Design Award in Landscape Design. In recent news, Hood Design Studio continues to build upon its success and maintain its momentum. Publications such as Dwell, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Fast Company, Architectural Digest, Places Journal, and Landscape Architecture Magazine have featured Hood Design Studio's groundbreaking work, reflecting the studio's unwavering commitment to excellence. HOOD DESIGN STUDIO RECENT WORK PROJECT NAME LANDSCAPE INTERNATIONAL AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM OAKLAND MUSEUM OF CALIFORNIA NVIDIA CAMPUS LA VILLA HERITAGE PLAN CROSSTOWN JOHN ROBINSON JR TOWN SQUARE EPACENTER ARTS AUGUST WILSON HOUSE URBANISM BRONZEVILLE LAKEFRONT MASTER PLAN ALTENHEIM LINE ART DOUBLE SIGHTS FIRESTATION #35 BOW CURTAIN OF COURAGE THE CRYING ROCK & SANTA MONICA CARRY ON 9TH STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL I RFG - LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICES LOCATION CHARLESTON, SC OAKLAND, CA SANTA CLARA, CA JACKSONVILLE, FL MEMPHIS, TN ARLINGTON, VA EAST PALO ALTO, CA PITTSBURGH, PN CHICAGO, IL CHICAGO, IL PRINCETON, NJ SAN FRANCISCO, CA SAN BERNADINO, CA SANTA MONICA, CA SAN DIEGO, CA COMPLETED 2023 2021 2021 2020 2018 2021 2020 2022 2021 2022 2022 2022 2022 2020 2018 8 9 SBE CERTIFICATE DES Office of Small Business & DVBE Services rererer wouren 10 MBE CERTIFICATE KART SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA RAPID TRANSIT DISTRICT Office 000 RigRightsgn 300 Lakeside Drive, Suite 1600 Oakland, CelU ai, 9461212 July 15, 2014 Walter Hood, Principal Hood Design 3016 Filbert Street, Studio 2 Oakland, CA 94608 RE: Minority Business Enterprise Certification Dear Mr. Hood: The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) has 20c,,0ined that your fine meets the eligibility standards to be certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) under the Non -Discrimination Program for Subcontracting on BART'S non federally -funded contracts. 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PISOIXICEN,AND ENE CEISTIFrATE MOLDER 57101010 WC 422,220 C/0 AONRISK SOLUTIONS, INC 11000 210 OW $2,000 OM 23/0822023 23/0822023 CANCELLATION REQUEST TO BIND COVERAGE — Pr0te551onal & Excess 1-sa0111ty Hood Design Studio, Inc. 3016 Filbert Street, Suite 2 Oakland, CA 94608 Please bind Professional & Excess Liability coverage with Gemini Insurance Company & Boyd's of London at: Primary Limits: 52,000,000 Per Claim N2,000,000 Annual Aggregate —Retention $10,O00 Accepts Annual premium Including all Fee: $16,337.50 YES ✓ NO Excess Limits: $LOa0,000 Per Claim/$1,000,0W Annual Aggregate —Retention $10,000 Accepts Annual premium Including all fee: $3,SSS.63 YESILNO_ To the best of my knowledge, Mere have been no prior acts, errors, omissions, claims, incidents, situations r unresolved job controversies which Could give rise ro a claim under the proposed Insurance program. Due to the claims made nature of Professional Liability Insurance, it is prudent to survey your dab and report any claims your fin: has receive nd/or any situations which have the potential to develop into a claim to your insurance crier prior to e enel business day on8/27/2022. Signature Natre/Title 1(�RIT`r " t40O4, Date 8121/0- 11 MIAMI BUSINESS TAX RECEIPT Local Business Tax Receipt Miami -Dade County, Statepof, Florida 7363056 DOING BUSINESS IN CADE COUNT, r1a�Eee 21 7. Ern BERBE57 NO. NEW BUSINESS 7657737 LBT EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 PE OF BUSINESS SERVICE BUSINESS rt=r8ToMC= 32 HOOD DESIGN STUDIO 9TH STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL 1 RFG - LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICES This page intentionally left blank. 12 13 HOOD DESIGN STUDIO NVIDIA CAMPUS Santa Clara, CA 2022 The NVIDIA campus, situated in Santa Clara, investigates the relationship between inside:outside, workplace: collaboration, and building:landscape. Here the landscape is seen as both apparatus and field as it entangles architecture, dissipates towards the sky and bleeds out to the horizon. Role: Landscape Architect Client: NVIDIA Size + Cost: 4 acres $30M Key Personnel: Walter Hood, Alma Du Solier & Paul Peters 14 9TH STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL I RFQ - LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICES 15 HOOD DESIGN STUDIO JOHN ROBINSON JR TOWN SQUARE Arlington, VA 2022 The lush setting of Nauck attracts new residents, increasing property values and changing density and demographics. The project's challenge is to envision and design a place that honors the community's rich history; validating the patterns and practices of current residents. Role: Landscape Designer Client: Arlington County Size + Cost: 1 acre l $2M Key Personnel: Walter Hood & Paul Peters 16 9TH STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL I RFQ - LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICES 17 HOOD DESIGN STUDIO MANI Charleston, SC 2023 The landscape design concept for the International African American Museum is inspired by both the cultural significance of the museum's story and the local landscape of the Carolina lowcountry. The landscape strategy takes cues from the tradition of 'hush harbors' —landscapes where enslaved Africans would gather often in secret, outside the view of slave owners, to freely assemble, share stories and keep traditions from their homeland alive. As many as half of African Americans today have an ancestor who arrived at Gadsden's Wharf from West Africa. Role: Landscape Designer Client: Moody Nolan (Prime) Size + Cost: 3 acres ] $4M Key Personnel: Walter Hood & Paul Peters 18 9TH STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL I RFQ - LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICES 19 REFERENCES nVIDIA. Jack Dahlgren Sr. Project Manager NVIDIA Corporation jdahlgren@nvidia.com 650-703-1516 June 6, 2023 To Whom It May Concern, Our experience with Hood Design Studio on the design of the park which is at the heart of cur corporate headquarters was extraordinary From the initial meetings with Walter Hood in the design competition to win the project, through the completion of the project, Hood Design Studio distanced themselves from the competition through their ability to work with and understand our needs, context and desires. They were challenged to create a landscape to be the center point of our Santa Clara campus and to unify built environment. Their work was influential to the building architects and the resulting campus Is more than the sum of the parts. My experience working with the team was just what you would want. They brought strong ideas, creativity, sensitivity, intelligence, humanity, cooperation and diligence t0 each interaction and were able to commuarcate effectively at all levels of the project team from CEO to the workers in the field- We could not ask fora better partner fora project like this. What particularly impressed me was the depth of thought which went into everything they do We explored many options and the layers of culture. history, environment, ...inability and aesthetics combined to create a place which engages and delights. In terms of professionalism and work ethics, Hood Design Studio is unmatched. They are punctual, deliver on their commitments, and maintain a high standard of quality In all their endeavors. They are consistently open to feedback and possess the rareabl109 to transform critique Into effective action and improvement. I am confident that they will continue to create remarkable. meaningful, and sustainable landscapes In the future and bring exceptional value to any project they undertake Should you need further Information. please do not hesitateto contact me. jdahlgren5nvidl0.com HOOD DESIGN STUDIO Todd Hannon, City Clerk City of Miami Office of the City Clerk 3500 Pan American Drive, First Floor Miami, Ft. 33133 June 7, 2023 Dear Clerk Hannon, I am writing to recommend Hood Design Studio, a team of extraordinary landscape architects and designers, for the 9"' Street Pedestrian Mali project In Overtown. In collaboration with Adinglon County's Parks and Recreation and Planning Departments, and thanks part to an Our Town grant from the National Endowment for the Ads, we selected Hood Design SWdic to design and oversee the construction of a new community gathering place. John Robinson Jr. Town Square honors aspects Of Arlington's African American history as well as a resident leader, alter whirl the park is named. It is approximately one acre in size, cleverly designed to feature a significant storm water management facility necessary for the site, and includes an integrated sculpture entitled Freed. Over the course of five years, Walter Hood engaged Arlington msidsnis and community leaders in the design process. Watching the team at Hood Design Sharks navigate 'The Arlington Way," an engagement style characterized by extensive community discourse and consensus building, we witnessed firsthand Walter and his team demonstrate significant empathy for our community. They deeply understand landscape and urban design principles and provide thoughtful and sustainable solutions that adroitly blend aesthetics, storytelling and functionality. Throughout the entire process, Hood Design Studio patiently and respectively listened to our community members express their needs and desires for this new gathering place while delivering a cohesive, world -class public space. During the nearly nine years our project look to complete, Walter and Inciteam had the stick-to- itiveness to see every aspect through to completion. I am confident that Hood Design Studio continues to create remarkable, meaningful, and sustainable landscapes and bring exceptional value to any project they undertake. If you need more Information, please do not hesitate to contact me. Yours sincerely, Angela Anderson Adams Director, Arlington Public Art aedams@ariirlgtonva.tm 1703.228.3553 Amnaron e.0a Cultura Vt. 00rulwsunec a!ngtan, VA MOB 11703-228-1860 9TH STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL I RFQ - LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICES MOODY•NOLAN June 12,2023 Robert K. Larrimer, AIA, LEED AP Partner, Moody Nolan Inc. bhvrimer@mnoodynolan.com 614-581-3150 To Whom It May Concern, I strongly recommend Hood Design Studio for plamrwg, landscape design and site artistry. Moody Nolan has recently completed the International African American Museum in Charleston SC with Hood Design as the landscape architect. This landmark facility, one of the NY Times 50 places to see in 2023, relies heavily on the site design to convey its message as the primary landing point for enslaved Africans imported to North America. Throughout the design process Hood Design contributed uniquely creative ideas that have been enthusiastically embraced by all who have visited. They began the process with an in-depth analysis of many possible themes that would further the programmatic goals of the Museum, and then followed this up by executing those themes in the site design. I war particularly impressed to see what started out as abstract visionary concepts come to life as the built environment. Their research into the cultural and natural history of the location was instrumental in creating this wonderful new venue in Charleston. The Hood Design staff were true collaborators in the design process, listening to all stakeholders as the design progressed. Their commitment tothe project never wavered despite the lengthy fundraising time the Museum needed to get off the ground. They worked efficiently with the other design professionals, government agencies and community groups, keeping open lines of communication and facilitating smooth project execution. I am confident that they will continue to create remarkable, meaningful, and sustainable landscapes in the future and bring exceptional value to any project they undertake. Should you need further intbnnatiom please do not hesitate to contact me. Yours Truly Moody Nolan Inc. Robert K. Larrimer, AIA, LEED AP, Partner 20 21 QUALIFICATION'S OF PROPOSER'S TEAM WALTER HOOD Creative Director STUDIO Hood Design Studio, Inc. Oakland, CAI 1992 - Present YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 31+ EDUCATION Master in Fine Arts, School of the Art Institute of Chicago Master in Landscape Architecture and Architecture, UC Berkeley Bachelor in Landscape Architecture, North Carolina A&T University SELECTED AWARDS President's Medal Award (Arch League of NY). 2021 Academy Arts + Letters, 2021 Dorothy & Lillian Gish Prize, 2019 MacArthur Fellowship, 2019 Architecture Award, Academy of Arts + Letters, 2017 Goldman Sachs Fellowship, 2011 USA Character Approved, NBC 2011 AIA Collaborative Achievement Award, 2011 Cooper -Hewitt National Design Award, 2009 KQED Black History Month Award, 2009 24 Walter Hood is the Creative Director and Founder of Hood Design Studio in Oakland, CA. He was a professor at the University of California, Berkeley, and lectures on professional and theoretical projects nationally and internationally. He is currently the Diana Balmori Visiting Professor at the Yale School of Architecture. Hood Design Studio is a tripartite practice, working across art + fabrication, design + landscape, and research + urbanism. This breadth allows an understanding of each place in its scale and context. The resulting urban spaces and their objects act as public sculpture, creating new apertures through which to see the site's surrounding emergent beauty, strangeness, and idiosyncrasies. Walter and his work have been featured in publications including Dwell, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Fast Company, Architectural Digest, Places Journal, and Landscape Architecture Magazine. Walter Hood is also a recipient of the 2017 Academy of Arts and Letters Architecture Award, 2019 Knight Foundation Public Spaces Fellowship, 2019 MacArthur Fellowship, and 2019 Dorothy and Lillian Gish Prize. SELECTED WORKS LANDSCAPE Youth Arts & Music Center International African American Museum Yerba Buena Island Hilltop Park Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing Park John Robinson Jr. Town Square Oakland Museum of California NVIDIA Campus Park Viaduct Rail Pop -Up Park Kapor Center Roof Garden Bay View Opera House Cooper Hewitt Museum Garden The Broad Museum Plaza Wildlife Art Sculpture Terrace University at Buffalo Solar Strand New de Young Museum Gardens East Palo Alto, CA 1 In Progress Charleston, SC I In progress San Francisco, CAI In Progress Jacksonville, FL I In Progress Arlington, VAI 2022 Oakland, CAI 2021 Santa Clara, CA 12021 Philadelphia, PA 1 2016 Oakland, CAI 2016 San Francisco, CA 1 2016 NYC, NY 12015 Los Angeles, CA 12015 Jackson, WY 12012 Buffalo, NY 12012 San Francisco, CA 1 2005 HOOD DESIGN STUDIO LIDO Designer Yao joined Hood Design Studio as a project manager of projects in a variety of types and scales. Her current and past practice in landscape architecture, urban design, and urban planning has afforded her experience in commercial complexes, resorts, museums, streetscapes, and parks. Interdisciplinary academic and working experiences in the United States and China have been enriching her vision of creating vibrant urban spaces. Her design ethos is focused on combining the application of emerging technologies, architectural thinking, and artistic conceptualization in an efficient and creative way, as well as achieving sustainability, presenting aesthetic quality, and expanding the flexibility of spaces as significant parts of future urban experience. STUDIO Hood Design Studio, Inc. Oakland, CA 12022 - present Terrain Studio, Design Associate San Francisco, CA 12015 - 2022 YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 8+ EDUCATION Master of Landscape Architecture, Louisiana State University, Robert Reich School of Landscape Architecture Bachelor of Science In Ecology + Urban Planning, Shenyang Jianzhu University 9TH STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL I RFQ - LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICES EYMOUR LU Designer Seymour Lu is an architectural designer and landscape architect currently working in California. He graduated from Zhejiang University in China with a Bachelor of Landscape Gardening degree, then obtained an M.arch degree from University of Califomia, Berkeley. His interest revolves around the very essence of architecture, most of his academic works explore reinterpretations of form, space, structure and experience of architecture. His Master Thesis, 'Islands within Islands, Columns beyond Columns' won the Ray Watson Best Project Prize. He is enthusiastic about different fields of design. Besides architecture and landscape, his works include industrial design, graphic design and scenic design. STUDIO Hood Design Studio, Inc. Oakland, CA 12021 -present Mantle Landscape Architecture, Designer Berkeley, CAI 2019- 2020 YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE EDUCATION Masters of Landscape Architecture, University of California, Berkeley Bachelor of Arts in Landscape Gardening, Zhejiang University 25 QUALIFICATION'S OF PROJECT MANAGER PAUL PETERS Principal SELECTED WORKS LANDSCAPE International African American Museum The Landing Discovery Place Nature Museum Overtown Master Plan Lift E'vry Voice & Sing Park August Wilson House Lawndale Line John Robinson Jr. Town Square Oakland Museum of California Nvidia Campus EPACenter Arts Adams Drive Life Science Campus Willow Park URBANISM Brickline Greenway Riverline Bronzevi Ile Lakefront La Villa Heritage Plan Lake Merritt Cultural District 20th Street Pedestrian Mall Taylor Street Woodland Park Master Plan Rosa Parks Neighborhood Master Plan Adeline Corridor Master Plan Detroit State Fairgrounds Charleston, SC I In Progress East Palo Alto, CAI InProgress Charlotte, NC 1 In Progress Overtown, FL I In Progress Jacksonville, FL I In Progress Pittsburgh. PA 12022 Chicago, IL 12022 Arlington, VA 12022 Oakland, CAI 2021 Santa Clara, CAI 2021 East Palo Alto, CAI 2021 Menlo Park, CAI 2019 East Palo Alto, CAI 2018 St Louis, MI 12022 Buffalo, NYI 2021 Chicago, IL 12020 Jacksonville, FL 12020 Oakland, CAI 2019 Birmingham, AL 12017 San Francisco, CAI 2017 East Palo Alto, CA 1 2016 Detroit, MI 12018 Berkeley, CA 12017 Detroit, MI 2016 Paul Peters joined Hood Design Studio in January 2016. Since joining HDS, Paul has overseen the conceptual design and implementation of several innovative, complex and thought -provoking projects. These include the highly anticipated International African American Museum in Charleston, SC; the renovation of the historic Oakland Museum of California; and Nvidia's new tech campus in Silicon Valley. Paul's work ranges from community master plans and landscape frameworks to parks, museums, streetscapes and art installations. Paul has an adept ability to work across scales and typologies by employing a layered approach that seeks a hybridized outcome for the landscape. This approach allows for existing communities to be the main driver in the design process while allowing new and latent ecologies and infrastructures to emerge. STUDIO Hood Design Studio, Inc. Oakland, CAI 2016 - present SWA Group, Landscape Architect Laguna Beach, CAI 2014 - 2016 YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 18 EDUCATION Master of Landscape Architecture, University of British Columbia Bachelor of Arts Simon Fraser University LICENSURE State of Washington: #22013621 State of Oregon: #1108 State of North Carolina: # HOOD DESIGN STUDIO TEAM ORGANIZATION CHART 9TH STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL I RFQ - LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICES The team proposed within this response represents a blend of creative genius, project management acumen, technical expertise and design production rigor. Dependant upon project size and complexity, this team can grow and adapt. As an intentionally small, ideas focused studio, our project approach includes Principals being integral at all phases of projects, with technical expertise overlayed throughout all phases, even initial design. This ensures design vision is technically informed early in a project and maintains throughout. Walter Hood Creative Director Paul Peters Principal in Charge & Yao Liu Designer Seymour Lu Designer 26 27 DESIGN PHILOSOPHY Solar Strand I Buffalo, NY FIacew ner of the University at'Buffalo Sialar Phrk Competition: a linear landscape formation and DNA fihgerprint. Together water and light merge, hftrh sing nature's energy from sunlight and ydrological infiltration. The project is the centerpiece in the hybrid landscape. Its form: figuratively a fingerprinthighlights the campusgoals and bbjectives for a sustainable future. A 00 PV panel array is at once ihka7 (energy production). emergent landscape (twisting diversearray of flora and fauna). and classroom (communicating live information about ecolOgy; weather, and energy output via a web or moble app). DESIGN PHILOSOPHY Our design philosophy for the 9th Street Pedestrian Mall project in Overtown. Miami, is anchored in the principles of integration, community identity, and sustainability. 1. Integration with Context The design shall ensure seamless integration of the 9th Street Pedestrian Mall with the surrounding areas, including the Black Archives / Lyric Theater, development to the north and south, the train station, and development along 1st Ave. Connectivity and accessibility are at the forefront of our design considerations. 2. Celebrating Community Identity Our design will aim to reflect and celebrate the rich history and culture of the Overtown neighborhood. Through the selection of materials, site sculptures, and spatial programming, we seek to create a space that resonates with the community and becomes a focal point for social interaction. 3. Sustainability and Resilience Given Miami's climate, sustainability and resilience are crucial. Our design will incorporate climate -responsive elements, making use of native plants, permeable surfaces, and innovative water management strategies. The choice of materials and fixtures will prioritize durability and low environmental impact. 4. Flexibility and Multi -functionality Recognizing the diverse needs of the community, the design will foster a multifunctional space that can host various events and functions. This flexibility ensures the 9th Street Pedestrian Mall remains a vibrant and relevant civic space for generations. 5. User Experience Focusing on the human scale, the design will prioritize the comfort and experience of the pedestrians. This includes the thoughtful placement of seating, shade, lighting, and other amenities that enhance the pedestrian experience. DESIGN PROCESS 1. Site Analysis and Kick-off Meeting We initiate the design process with a comprehensive site analysis, including a physical visit to the site. Engaging with the client and key stakeholders to understand their goals, aspirations, and constraints. 2. Initial Ideation With the site's understanding and project objectives in mind, we'll develop initial ideas. This phase will be highly collaborative, with bi-weekly check -ins with the client to ensure alignment of vision. 3. Concept Development and Presentation Based on feedback, we will refine the initial ideas into a cohesive concept. This includes developing sketches, diagrams, 3D model views, plans, and sections. A draft concept wit be presented to the client for feedback. 4. Feedback and Finalization Taking client feedback into account, we will further refine the design. Preparing final renderings, drawings, and a walk-thru animation. This phase ensures that the final concept Is aligned with the design philosophy and client's objectives. 5. Cost Estimation In collaboration with Forella Group, we will provide a conceptual level cost estimate. This will aid in understanding the financial implications and feasibility of the proposed design. 6. Presentation of Anal Concept and Next Steps A final presentation will be made to the client and stakeholders. This presentation will include the final concept, cost estimates, and a discussion on the next steps moving forward. 7. Documentation The final deliverables will include conceptual diagrams, site plan, site sections, conceptual renderings, walk-thru animation, cost estimate, and a PDF document with a narrative of the landscape concept. Hood Design Studio is committed to excellence and innovation in design. We are excited about the potential to transform the 9th Street Pedestrian Mall into a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable public space that celebrates the heritage of Overtown and serves its community for years to come. 30 31 irn DESIGN & DRAFTING Hood Design Studio is a renowned landscape architecture and urban design firm with an exemplary track record in delivering high -quality and innovative design solutions. Our technical proficiency in various tools and software is a testament to our commitment to excellence and innovation. Here's a brief overview of our expertise in AutoCAD, Rhino, Revit, physical modeling, and animation: 1. AutoCAD Our team is adept in AutoCAD, which forms the backbone of our drafting and documentation process. We utilize AutoCAD for precision in creating and editing detailed 2D and 3D drawings. This helps in streamlining the workflow, ensuring accuracy in designs, and facilitating efficient communication with clients and collaborators. 2. Rhino (3D Modelling) Hood Design Studio has extensive experience in using Rhinoceros 3D, or Rhino, for complex surface modeling. Our proficiency in Rhino allows us to create highly detailed and intricate geometric designs which are often essential in landscape architecture. Additionally, we employ Rhino in the early design stages for its flexibility and ease In testing different spatial forms and layouts. 3. Revit Hood Design Studio is well -versed in using Revit for Building Information Modeling (BIM). Ourproficiency in Revit allows for more integrated design workflows, combining architectural, structural, and MEP aspects of a project. Through Revit, we create detailed models that facilitate better coordination, simulation, and cost estimation. 4. Physical Modeling We recognize the value of physical modeling as a design tool. Our team is skilled in crafting detailed physical models for projects. These models enable us to study and understand spatial relationships, materialty, and the scale of designs in a tactile manner. Physical models are also invaluable for engaging clients and stakeholders during presentations, bringing the designs into the real world. 5. Animation Our team is proficient in creating captivating animations that bring our designs to Iife. Through animation, wecan simulate different conditions such as lighting, traffic, and human interaction within the designed spaces. These animations play a vital role in presentations and marketing, allowing clients and stakeholders to experience the project before it is built. Hood Design Studio's technical proficiency across these tools and mediums underscores our dedication to maintaining cutting -edge capabilities. This enables us to produce designs that are not only visually engaging but also rooted in technical accuracy and efficiency. Our multifaceted approach ensures that we can handle the various complexities and nuances that come with each unique project. SUSTAINABILITY STATEMENT At Hood Design Studio, we recognize the utmost importance of enhancing the environmental sustainability of our projects, especially considering our frequent involvement in dense urban environments. We approach sustainability not as an obligatory practice but as a fundamental commitment that drives our work. One of our primary focuses is advocating for the expansion of tree canopy in urban areas to combat the heat island effect. By tirelessly promoting the integration of more trees, we aim to mitigate the adverse impacts of urbanization and create healthier, more livable communities. To minimize water consumption and support ecological resilience, we prioritize the specification of native and drought -tolerant plants whenever feasible. By consciously selecting vegetation that thrives in local conditions, we reduce the need for excessive irrigation and maintenance, fostering sustainable landscapes. In our pursuit of sustainable construction practices, we actively explore the utilization of recycled materials, with a particular emphasis on concrete. By incorporating recycled materials into new construction projects, we significantly contribute to reducing carbon emissions, advancing the goal of a low -carbon future. VALUE ENGINEERING At Hood Design Studio, value engineering is central to delivering high -quality landscapes within budget. We meticulously analyze design elements and materials, seeking cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality. Engaging with clients, stakeholders, and contractors, we explore innovative solutions and optimize design elements tor etticiency and sustainability By evaluating constructibility, setting performance metrics, and maintaining rigorous quality assurance standards, our value engineering process ensures the creation of aesthetically pleasing, functional, and sustainable landscapes that offer long-term value. QUALITY CONTROL Hood Design Studio is committed to implementing stringent quality control and assurance for the 9th Street Pedestrian Mall project in Overtown, Miami. Through regular coordination between various disciplines such as landscaping, architecture, and civil engineering, we ensure that all elements are harmonized and comply with project requirements. We rigorously adhere to industry standards and meticulously ensure conformance to all Miami 21 codes. This encompasses regular reviews, inspections, and documentation throughout the project phases, ensuring a high standard of quality, safety, and compliance for the sustainable development of the Pedestrian Mall. 34 35 6.3 DEBARMENTAND SUSPENSION (a) Authority and requirement to debar and suspend: After reasonabS note to an actual or prospective contractual party, and after rea.nable opportunity to such party to be heard, the SEOPW CRA shall have the authority to debar a contractual party for the causes listed below from consideration for award of SEOPW CRA contracts. The debarment shall be for a period of not fewer than three (3) years. The SEOPW CRA shall also have the authority to suspend a contractor from consideration for award of SEOPW CRA contracts lfthere s probable cause for debarment. Pending the debarment determination, the authority to debar and suspend contractors shall be exercised In 21330.1212130 with regulations, which shall be issued by the SEOPW CRA after approval by the SEOPW CPA Board of Commissioners. (b) ciauses for debarment or suspension include the following: 1. Conviction for commission of a criminal offense incident to obtaining or attempting to obtain a public or private contract or subcontract, or incident to the performance of such contract or subcontract. 2. Conviction under state or federal statutes of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, receiving stolen property, or any other offense indicating a lack of business integrity or business honesty. 3. Conviction under state or federal antitrust statutes arising out of the submission of bids or Responses. A. Violation of contract provisions, which is regarded by the SEOPW CRA to be indicative of nonresponsibility. Such violation may include failure without good cause to perform in accordance with the terms and conditions of a contract or to perform within the time limits provided in a contract, provided that failure to perform caused by acts beyond the control of a party shall not be considered a basis for debarment or suspension. 5. Debarment or suspension of the contractual parry by any federal, state or other governmental entity. 6. False certification pursuant to paragraph (c) below. 7. Any other causejudged by the SEOPW CRA to be 3o serious and compelling as to affect the responsibility of the contractual party performing SEOPW CRA contracts. Request Fa Qoairtlrahons z3 RFO No.23.01 (c) colon. son Certi1catbn: All contracts for goods and services, sales, and leases by the SEOPW CRA shall contain a certification that neither the contraclUal parry nor any of its principal owners or personnel has been convicted of any of the violations set forth above or debarred or suspended as set forth in paragraph (b) (5). The undersigned hereby certifies that neither the contractual parry nor any of its principal owners or personnel has been convicted of any of the violations set forth above, or debarred or suspended as set lath in paragraph (b) (5). Company Namer0 PEASICN sTuolo Signature: L PETERS, PRINCIPAL Date: 6/20/1023 FAILURE TO COMPLETE, Spat AND RETURN THIS FORM MAY DISQUALIFY YOUR RESPONSE Request For Ossifications 2a Reg No. 23.01 <11215221121114 SECTION 6 6.0: RFQ RESPONSE FORMS 6.1a. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF ADDENDUM FORM RFQ NO. 23-01: LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE SERVICES FOR NW 0TH STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL IMPROVEMENTS I acknowledge the receipt and have familiarized myself with all addendums for this RFQ, and certify that I am authorized to sign for the Proposers firm. Any and all addendums can be found on the SEOPW CRA website by the Response Submission Date. Please print the following and sign your name: HOOD DESIGN STUDIO Firm s Name Principal Business Address 949-491-6149 Telephone 32 FPAU L@H o00 DE SI G NS TUOI0.COM E-rnall address AUL PETERS PRINCIPAL Title gnature FAILURE TO COMPLETE, SIGN, AND RETURN THIS FORM MAY DISQUALIFY YOUR RESPONSE Request Fa Qualifications is RFQ No.23431 1.312251,133221.1 8.2.1 STATE OF COUNTY OF I HEREBY CERTIFY that a mee0ng of the Boa. of Directors of HoP4 tes19n S-1,44,0, Inc CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY (IF CORPORATION) of Alameda County, City of Oakland a corporation existing under the laws of the State of Call CI CIheld on February 15 , 2017 , and the following resolution was duly passe ld and adoptedlIpteCC'' "RESOLVED Del. WrINr ITO�fJ9 as Sde Ti.keholdie otlae Corpwallon,he and Ls hereby 406000ed M execute the Response dated, ly De ZO 202.5 for submission to toe Southeast Overtown i Park West Community Redevelopment Agency, end This Corporation and De execution its behalf thereof, attested by Me Secretary of Me Corporation, and with the Corporate Seel aff'wed, shall llbe the o0olat sot and deed of this Corporation" I further certify Mat said rea0u0010 now in full farce and effect. IN �n}A WITNESS WHEREOF, have hereunto set my hand ant affixed the official seal of De corporation this ' , day of 38 39 1100 1 HOOD DESIGN STUDIO 3016 FILBERT ST. STUDIO 2 OAKLAND, CA 94608 hooddesignstudio.com SOUTHEASTOVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM To James McQueen Date. November 15, 2023 File Executive Director, SEOPW CRA Subject: RFQ 23-01 Evaluation From. Brian Zeltsman, RA y'l1 References - Director of Architecture & Development, SEOPW CRA Enctasures Selection Committee Scoring Sheets; Bid Security List On May 24, 2023, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW CRA") issued Request for Qualifications No. 23-01 ("RFQ") for Landscape Architecture Services for NW 9'11 Street Pedestrian Mall Improvements. On June 27, 2023, the SEOPW CRA received responses from the following three (3) firms: • Hitchcock Design Group • Hood Design Studio • Kimley-Horn On November 14, 2023, a selection committee consisting of: Ms. Paola Baez, Chief, Multimodal Development Section, Transportation Planning and Policy Division, Miami -Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works; Pastor Alaric Hunter, Senior Pastor, The Historic Mt Zion Missionary Baptist Church; Ms. Maya Jackson, SEOPW CRA; and Mr. Mark Stallworth, SEOPW CRA met at a publicly noticed meeting to evaluate the responses. Pursuantto-the-evaluation-criteria-and-.procedures-.outlined--in-the. RFQ.,-the-Selection Committee scored -and ranked the responses as follows: 1, Hood Design Studio 2. Kimley-Horn 3. Hitchcock Design Group Cc: Selection Committee members Vincent Brown, SEOPW CRA Staff Counsel Selection Committee Scoring Sheet Project: Bid Number: Landscape Architecture Services For NW 9th Street Pedestrian Mall Improvements RFQ No. 23-01 Tuesday, Novemver 14, 2023 Score Criteria Hood Design Studio Z Hitchcock Design Group z Kimsey -Horn a S- Proposer's Experience and Qualifications (max 25 points) Proposers Team Experience (max 20 points) / / f Experience of Project Manager (max 15 points) (m } ! d it, Design Philosophy and Process (max 25 points) , q sK Technical' Capabilities (max 10 points)CI / 6 Q ! References (max 5 points) Total Score (max 100) 1 I 4/} +t 9-- Scored by (print) : Scored by (sign) Date: Selection Committee Scoring Sheet Project: Bid Number, Landscape Architecture Services For NW 9th Street Pedestrian Mall Improvements RFQ No. 23-01 Tuesday, Novemver 14, 2023 Score Criteria Hood Design Studio Hitchcock Design Group Kimley-Horn Proposers Experience and Qualifications (max 25 points) S— 1 '5 (5-- Proposers Team Experience (max 20 points)4.-- 6 ''.-- Experience of Project Manager (max 15 points) Design Philosophy and Process (max 25 points) 1 D Technical Capabilities (rnex 10 points) 2 References (max 5 points) / Total Score (max 100)qa g Ll .0 Scored by (print) : Scared by (sign] Date: Selection Committee Scoring Sheet Project: Bid Number: Landscape Architecture Services For NW 9th Street Pedestrian Mall improvements RFQ No. 23-01 Tuesday, Novemver 14, 2023 Score Criteria Proposer's Experience and Qualifications (max 25 points) Proposer's Team Experience (max 20 points) Hood Design Studio Hitchcock Design Group Kimley-Horn 1 Li J 6 I� £_I� 1 6, Experience of Project Manager (max 15 points) 15 i 5 Design Philosophy and Process (max 25 points)I (15 6 a 61 Technical Capabilities (max 10 points) CD References (max 5 points) Total Score (max 100) CI 6 6 7 Scored by (print) Scored by (sign) Date: `,ScucY) 0, Selection Committee Scoring Sheet Project: Bid Number: Landscape Architecture Services For NW 9ih Street Pedestrian Mall Improvements RFQ No, 23-01 Tuesday. Novemver 14. 2023 Score Criteria Hood Design Studio Hitchcock Design Group kimley-Horn Proposeer's Experience and Qualifications (max 25 points) __ , t '� Proposer's Team Experience (max 20 points) if 1 / 0 f Experience of Project Manager (max 15 points) 1 r-- f Design Philosophy and Process (max 25 points) —r) ) C, -7 C Technical Capabilities {max 10 points) C �r /' J References (max 5 points) Lr f Total Score (max 100) 9 7 7 7 f'r Spored by (print) Scored by (sign) : Date: Nctiek if ROFt5 Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Sign -In -Sheet MEETING: REQ 23-01 SELECTION COMMITTEE MEETING DATE: TUESDAY, NCVEMBER 14. 2023 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 FIRST NAME ICJ LAST NAME ADDRESS 3j9 NiAL:.'°`° A , 5*ne- Mr4 , 1 PHONE 3b5-6`7 305-- 07, - OC' 305-?Dr - z tic EMAI L rio a.+ tic -Lc floi...c4r►'-3 U 0-1 Paolo, bgc AftL4 clad . v v4 CITY OF MIAMI OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK BID SECURITY LIST BID ITEM: Landscape Architecture Services for NW 9th Street Pedestrian Mali BID NUMBER: RFQ 23-01 DATE BID OPENED: June 27, 2023 TIME: 11:00 a.m. BIDDER BID TOTAL BID BOND (ER) AMOUNT CASHIER'S CHECK Hood Design Studio See attached See attached Hitchcock Design Group See attached See attached Kimsey -Horn See attached See attached . 71 i Person Receiving Bid(s) On: 'Ca — 2-"7 2-3 Today's Date Received (3) bid(s) on beha: Southeast OvertownlPark West CRA PREPARED BY: Ci ' Depa Deputy City Clerk