HomeMy WebLinkAbout5-23-22RICHARD WARREN, PRESIDENT DANNY EARP, BOARD MEMBER
BRENT McCAULLEY, COUNCILPERSON JOHN BLAKEMORE, BOARD MEMBER
RACHEL COTTON, BOARD MEMBER NANCY OJEDA, VICE-PRESIDENT
CHUCK ENGELKEN, COUNCILPERSON
CITY OF LA PORTE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION MEETING AGENDA
Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City of La Porte Development Corporation to be held on
May 23, 2022, at the City Hall Council Chamber, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas,
beginning at 5:00 pm to consider the following items of business:
Remote participation is available. Attend via a screen using the
link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86009271468?pwd=QVF3a3Y2MkI1UnNzMlFtSFJpS1NLZz09. Join by
phone at 877-853-5257 or 888-475-4499. The meeting ID is 860 0927 1468 and the passcode is 296969.
1.CALL TO ORDER
2.CITIZEN COMMENT (Generally limited to five minutes per person; in accordance with state law,
the time may be reduced if there is a high number of speakers or other considerations.)
3.CONSENT AGENDA (Approval of Consent Agenda items authorizes each to be implemented in
accordance with staff recommendations provided. An item may be removed from the consent
agenda and added to the Statutory Agenda for full discussion upon request by a member of the
Committee present at this meeting.)
(a)Approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the La Porte Development Corporation held
on April 25, 2022. [President W arren]
(b)Approve opening a 60-day public comment period for a possible incentive payment, not to
exceed $30,000, for 508 W . Main Street. [Matt Daeumer, Assistant City Manager]
4.STAFF REPORTS
(a)Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding the Economic Development
Coordinator position. [Matt Daeumer, Assistant City Manager]
5.SET NEXT MEETING
6.BOARD COMMENTS Hear announcements concerning matters appearing on the agenda;
items of community interest; and/or inquiries of staff regarding specific factual information
or existing policy from the Committee members and City staff, for which no formal action
will be discussed or taken.
7.ADJOURN
If, during the course of the meeting and discussion of any items covered by this notice, the La Porte
Development Corporation Board determines that a Closed or Executive Session of the Board is required,
then such closed meeting will be held as authorized by Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, Section
551.071 - consultation with counsel on legal matters; Section 551.072 - deliberation regarding purchase,
exchange, lease or value of real property; Section 551.073 - deliberation regarding a prospective gift; Section
551.074 - personnel matters regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties,
discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; Section 551.076 - implementation of security
personnel or devices; Section 551.087 - deliberation regarding economic development negotiation; Section
551.089 - deliberation regarding security devices or security audits, and/or other matters as authorized under
the Texas Government Code. If a Closed or Executive Session is held in accordance with the Texas
Government Code as set out above, the La Porte Development Corporation Board will reconvene in Open
Session in order to take action, if necessary, on the items addressed during Executive Session.
Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services are
requested to contact the City Secretary's office (281-470-5019), two working days prior to the meeting for
appropriate arrangements.
Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.127, on a regular, non-emergency basis, members may attend and participate in the
meeting remotely by video conference. Should that occur, a quorum of the members will be physically present at the location noted
above on this agenda.
CERTIFICATE
I, Lee W oodward, City Secretary, do hereby certify that a copy of the May 23, 2022, La Porte Development Corporation
Board agenda was posted on the City Hall bulletin board, a place convenient and readily accessible to the general public
at all times, and to the City's website, www.LaPorteTX.gov, in compliance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code.
DATE OF
POSTING
TIME OF
POSTING
TAKEN DOW N
Lee Woodward
Lee W oodward, City Secretary
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April 25, 2022, La Porte Development Corporation Board Minutes
RICHARD WARREN
PRESIDENT
BRENT MCCAULLEY
COUNCILPERSON
VACANT
BOARD MEMBER
CHUCK ENGELKEN
COUNCILPERSON
DANNY EARP
BOARD MEMBER
JOHN BLAKEMORE
BOARD MEMBER
NANCY OJEDA
VICE-PRESIDENT
MINUTES OF THE LA PORTE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING OF APRIL 25, 2022
The City of La Porte Development Corporation Board met on Monday, April 25, 2022, at the City Hall
Council Chambers, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas, at 5:00 p.m., with the following in
attendance:
Board members present: Richard Warren, Nancy Ojeda, Danny Earp, John Blakemore
Board members attending remotely: Chuck Engelken
Board members absent: Brent McCaulley
Council-appointed members present: Corby Alexander, City Manager; Lee Woodward, City Secretary;
Clark Askins, Assistant City Attorney
1. CALL TO ORDER – President Warren called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
2. CITIZEN COMMENT (Generally limited to five minutes per person; in accordance with state law, the
time may be reduced if there is a high number of speakers or other considerations.)
There were no comments.
3. AUTHORIZATIONS
a. Approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the La Porte Development Corporation held
on March 28, 2022. [President Warren]
Member Engelken moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the La Porte
Development Corporation Board of Directors held on March 28, 2022; the motion was seconded
by Members Earp and Blakemore; the motion was adopted, 5-0.
b. Presentation, discussion, and possible action on a selection committee for RFP #22502 for
Economic Development Services for the City. [Matthew Daeumer, Assistant City Manager]
There was no objection to bringing all proposals before the full Board.
4. STAFF REPORTS
a. Briefing on potential Ybarra expansion project. [Matthew Daeumer, Assistant City Manager]
Mr. Daeumer said that the Ybarras had visited with the City about a possible expansion near Burger
Libre and noted they had not made a funding application or reques t.
5. SET DATE FOR NEXT MEETING
The next meeting date was scheduled for May 23, 2022.
6. BOARD COMMENTS Hear announcements concerning matters appearing on the agenda; items of
community interest; and/or inquiries of staff regarding specific factual information or existing policy from
the Committee members and City staff, for which no formal action will be discussed or taken.
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April 25, 2022, La Porte Development Corporation Board Minutes
Members noted the attendance of Amanda Gerrish, who was on the Council agenda tonight for possible
appointment to the Board.
ADJOURN – The meeting was adjourned without objection at 5:10 p.m.
___________________________________
Lee Woodward, City Secretary
REQUEST FOR LA PORTE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BOARD
AGENDA ITEM
Agenda Date Requested: May 23, 2022
Requested By: Matt Daeumer, Asst. City Manager
Department: City Manager’s Office
Report Resolution Ordinance
Exhibits: Application; Site plan
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
The applicant, Frank Nance, is interested in buying his current building at 508 W. Main
Street and remodeling it to expand his current State Farm Insurance Agency. This will
allow him to add three (3) additional full-time positions in the next five (5) years and
provide improved services to his customer base. The total requested amount from the
City is $30,000 from the Economic Development Incentives Program.
This will be a significant remodel of the existing structure which is currently 720 square
feet. They will also expand the existing structure to the North adding an additional 1200
square feet for a total of 1920 square feet. A parking lot of 950 square feet will be
added to the North side of the property.. They will re-paint the entire building, update
façade siding, signage, canopy and exterior finishes, This project is eligible for $30,000,
based on the matrix scorecard, but the Board has the authority to award any amount
not to exceed $30,000.
Total project budget:
Interior Remodeling of 720 sf $ 5,000
North Expansion of 1200 sf $ 87,000
North Parking Lot of 950 sf $ 8,000
Re-paint building exterior $ 4,500
Update Façade Siding, Signage $ 5,000
Canopy and Exterior Finishes $ 20,500
Total $130,000
If the Board was interested in pursuing this project, staff would suggest opening the 60
day public comment period as there would be no requirement to fund the project at the
end of 60 days.
Appropriation
Source of Funds: Special Programs
Account Number: 038-6030-565-9997
Amount Budgeted: $200,000
Amount Requested: $30,000
Budgeted Item: Yes No
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Move to open the 60-day public comment period for a possible incentive payment, not
to exceed $30,000, for 508 W. Main Street.
Approved for the La Porte Development Corporation Board meeting agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City Manager Date
REQUEST FOR LA PORTE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BOARD
AGENDA ITEM
Agenda Date Requested: May 23, 2022
Requested By: Matt Daeumer, Asst. City Manager
Department: Administration/CMO
Report Resolution Ordinance
Exhibits: RFP #22502; TWC Business Development
and Consulting RFP
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
The City Manager’s Office is currently looking to fulfill Economic Development Services
for the City of La Porte. For more than a year, the Economic Development Coordinator
position has been vacant. Staff began advertising the Request for Proposal (RFP)
#22502 on April 14, 2022. All RFPs were due to the Purchasing Department by May
10, 2022. The attached RFP from TWC Business Development & Consulting was the
only submission for this project.
After reviewing the proposal, staff found the following information in the proposal :
• Price: $50,000 annually, plus expenses for travel, lodging and meals.
• Proposes a minimum of 20 hours per week, full-time Economic Development
Coordinator position is $65,664, plus benefits.
• Currently has no other clients that they perform this service.
• List 30 years of service in economic, community and business development
experience in the private sector. Has other economic development experience
in Deer Park and Crockett, but no detail on how businesses were attracted to
those cities through their efforts.
• Ask for a City of La Porte staff member to receive phone calls and provide 10
hours of clerical work for them per week.
• The goals of their services are currently being performed by the City Manager’s
Office.
• They claim to be a hometown business, but do not list the La Porte Bayshore
Chamber of Commerce as a reference.
Staff envisions this position to not only recruit new business, but to help existi ng
businesses stay in La Porte. The position would also be a liaison to help prospective
businesses navigate the zoning and permitting process through the City. Also, this
Appropriation
Source of Funds: 4b Fund/Hotel-Motel Fund
Account Number:
038-6030-565
037-6063-565
Amount Budgeted: $88,647
Amount Requested: $88,647
Budgeted Item: Yes No
position would handle relationships with local business groups and the Chamber.
Based on the above bullet points, staff does not feel part-time consulting provides the
best value nor the best fit for the City.
The cost of the part-time consultant is $50,000 per year, plus expenses and City staff
member’s time. Total annual estimate for this service is $73,500. Estimated cost for a
full time Economic Development Coordinator on staff is $88,647 annually. This option
allows for 40-plus hours per week to attain the goals set by this board and staff.
.
ACTION REQUIRED BY LPDC BOARD
Consider, discuss, and possible action on Economic Development Coordinator
position.
Approved for the La Porte Development Corporation Board meeting agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City Manager Date
May 6, 2022
Attn: Purchasing Manager
City of La Porte Texas
604 W. Fairmont Parkway
La Porte, Texas 77571
Ref: RFP #22502 City of La Porte, Economic Development Service
To Whom It May Concern,
It is with extreme respect TWC Business Development & Consulting submits this application with the desire of
providing Economic Development services to the City of La Porte.
TWC Business Development & Consulting ownership has over 30 years of experience in business, economic, and
community development.
Owner Tim Culp has spent his career as an Economic Development CEO, Chamber of Commerce President, VP of
Community Relations, and Business Owner building solid professional and personal relationships. These
relationships are the cornerstone of TWC Business Development & Consulting.
• Business name: TWC Business Development & Consulting, dba
• Formed: November 1, 2021
• Location: 519 N. 1st Street, La Porte, Texas (Home Office w/ no direct client contacts at location)
• Contact persons: Tim Culp, Owner- 713-444-6685, twc2260@gmail.com
• Legal business description: DBA
• Availability and commitment: TWC Business Development & Consulting will be available on a
regular basis Monday – Friday during business hours of 8am to 5pm. Additionally, TWC Business
Development & Consulting understands that there are times that meetings and events would
require our firm to be available outside these hours and we are willing to fulfill those obligations.
TWC Business Development & Consulting is committed to a minimum of 20 hours per week to
provide Economic Development Services to the City of La Porte, Texas. However, TWC Business
Development & Consulting adopts a “until the task is complete” philosophy. Therefore, we are
committed to providing the reasonable time necessary to fulfill the goals and objectives of the
organization.
• Interest in providing services: TWC Business Development & Consulting is interested in providing
services for the City of La Porte for one very simple reason, “we live here.” When it was decided to
include economic development services in the scope of work for TWC Business Development &
Consulting, it was only natural we start with the city where we live. We are confident what sets us
apart from any other application is the fact we live in La Porte and have years of experience in
operating a Sales Tax funded Economic Development Corporation.
• Signature of Authority: As owner and dba, Tim Culp will have full authority to enter into all
contracts for TWC Business Development and Consulting.
Respectfully,
Tim Culp, Owner
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TWC Business Development & Consulting
Response to RFP #22502 City of La Porte, Texas
Intent of Proposed Services:
• To be a full-service economic development professional, providing oversight and support
for economic and community development to the City of La Porte, Texas.
Objectives:
• Lead policy direction for La Porte Economic Development office.
• Define and implement La Porte Development Board’s and the City of La Porte’s vision for
quality economic and community development.
• Provide accountability to La Porte City Council and Management.
Qualifications:
• TWC Business Development & Consulting comes with over 30 years of experience in
economic, community, and business development experience. During this time owner, Tim
Culp has led and worked with economic development professionals and community leaders to
advance the goals and objectives of the cities of Deer Park and Crockett, Texas. Culp also
worked with Harris and Houston County government and regional leaders to advance the
success of the local communities for which he served. Additionally, while serving as VP of
Community Relations for Airobotics, a private Israeli based high tech aerial data collection
company, Culp secured federal, state, and regional permits for operations and business
development. Below is a list of some of the accomplishments during Culp’s previous positions.
It is this experience he will bring to assist with advancing the success of the City of La Porte.
o Obtained a Texas Enterprise Fund Grant from the Governor’s office for the retention
of thirty-three existing jobs and the expansion of the facility and hiring of fifty-three
new jobs. The first of its kind at the time east of I45.
o Successfully assisted in leading the efforts to create a Type B&A Economic
Development Program in the cities of Deer Park and Crockett, Texas.
o Developed an executed a plan and secured funding for the construction of a
Vocational / Technical and Higher Educational facility for Angelina College.
o Assisted new and existing businesses which led to an increase of over two hundred
jobs and $12 million in added property value in East Texas.
o Responsible for the oversight and construction of a 94-acre Industrial Park.
o Successfully developed support for Airobotics from fifteen local, state, and federal
government agencies for the advancement of special certification from the FAA.
o Successfully negotiated the permitting of Airobotics system to operate on AT&T’s
“FirstNet” emergency response telecommunication system.
o Successfully negotiated the permitting and usage of the Airobotics system on the
emergency response system of “E-Notify.” A system utilized by industry and cities
along the Houston Ship Channel.
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o Connected Airobotics with over twenty industrial businesses and government
agencies for the opportunity to provide services.
o Negotiated the purchase of a new Chamber of Commerce office building to be
utilized as a business incubator and training facility in Deer Park.
o Collaborated with Shell Deer Park to develop and deliver a state-of-the-art, award
winning public use mobile app to provide accurate and current information to Deer
Park chamber members and residents.
o Successfully developed and delivered an award- winning magazine published four
times per year offering information to members and community.
o Developed a government relations committee with solid relationships of local,
regional, state, and national elected officials to ensure the organizations voice was
heard on matters of importance.
o Developed lasting relationships with industry leaders such as The Economic Alliance,
EHCMA, San Jacinto College, ACIT, TAB, TCCE, GCCE, GHP, and Port Houston.
o Developed and partnered to develop, skills and leadership training programs to
assist members in creating better more rounded employees.
o Created and event that highlighted local businesses to the community and
accomplished 5-year net profit goal in 3 years.
• While the City of La Porte is not the only client TWC Business Development & Consulting has
an obligation to provide services. We clearly understand our commitment to the City of La
Porte. By adhering to a rigorous time schedule Mr. Culp will have the ability to daily meet the
Scope of Services as described in this RFP. Mr. Culp will set aside specific times each week
dedicated solely for the purpose of accomplishing these goals and objectives.
Project Team:
• Mr. Culp will be the sole member of this team. (Resume is attached)
• There are no sub consultants identified as necessary at this time. However, it is the experience
of TWC Business Development & Consulting that there are times that a specialist is needed to
secure a prospect. It would be recommended if those times occur a specific RFP be issued to
acquire services.
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Work Plan/Service Approach:
• The Scope of Services as outlined in this RFP are well within the ability of TWC Business
Development & Consulting. Below is a brief description of understanding of the Scope of
Service as outlined within this RFP.
o While a detailed review of the City’s current economic development priorities and
plans has not yet been completed by TWC Business Development & Consulting, this
would be one of the first task to be accomplished. Additionally, if it is determined
that there is not a clear plan in place, TWC Business Development & Consulting is
professionally qualified to lead in the development of a Strategic Plan to accomplish
the economic priorities of the City of La Porte.
The fact that TWC Business Development & Consulting ownership lives in La Porte
and this region allows us to have a keen understanding of development
opportunities. More importantly we have key relationships with those often
involved in bringing these type of development priorities to fruition.
o TWC Business Development & Consulting is prepared to visit and offer guidance for
new and existing businesses to obtain financial incentives. We believe in thinking
“Outside the Box” to spur and encourage economic growth. Often this economic
growth can begin by helping existing businesses grow and expand by providing
guidance to local, state, and federal programs when appropriate.
o TWC Business Development & Consulting is familiar with preparing reports to
support recommendations to management. We believe communication is key to the
success of any organization. Proper preparation of clear and concise reports that
include proper supporting documentation is essential to the communication of
recommendations to management.
o Timely response to inquiries from any business wanting to establish or expand to
the City of La Porte is essential. TWC Business Development and Consulting is
extremely familiar with responding to request from the Office of the Governor and
other organizations and believes this to be of the highest priority. TWC Business
Development & Consulting welcomes the opportunity to utilizes our relationships
such as the Governors Office of Economic Development, Texas Association of
Business, Texas Economic Development Council, and others to help promote the
City of La Porte to outside businesses looking to expand or establish in a new
location.
o As mentioned before communication is key to the success of any organization.
Providing general, technical and policy information is considered “common
practice” by TWC Business Development and Consulting.
o Developing a detailed well thought out Strategic Plan is necessary for success. TWC
Business Development & Consulting adopts the philosophy of “Failing to Plan, is
Planning to Fail,” using reliable market research in setting your strategic goals is
paramount.
o Any opportunity to locate “free money” for programs and services is extremely
helpful to any city or community. TWC Business Development & Consulting has
experience in securing grants for historical building and sites.
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o Having served as a President /CEO of two Chambers of Commerce, and serving on
the state Chamber board of Directors, Mr. Culp has a vast knowledge of the
importance of being the liaison for the city when collaborating with such
organizations.
o TWC Business Development & Consulting has a vast knowledge of marketing and
management of website development. Having helped to develop multiple websites
thru the years. Some of those websites include Crockett Economic Development,
Crockett Chamber of Commerce, Deer Park Chamber of Commerce, Texas Historical
Commission’s Texas Heritage Trail Program.
• TWC Business Development & Consulting would ask that the city provide a staff member to
receive phone calls, and messages. Additional duties would be to provide clerical duties in the
preparation of such items but not limited to meeting packets, agendas, and letters. Other light
clerical duties might be necessary but would be limited. It is anticipated that these duties
would be minimal in time, approximately 10 hours per week.
• There are no specific “value-added “services currently. However, the fact that owner Tim Culp
has over 30 years’ experience in economic, community and business development and
additionally Mr. Culp has developed long lasting professional relationships within the region
and state that support the City of La Porte and as mentioned, TWC Business Development and
Consulting is in the City of La Porte most certainly adds value to this proposal.
• TWC Business Development & Consulting will approach achieving the city’s economic
development goals in the following manner.
o Provide direction and guidance in developing a Strategic Plan that defines the goals
and objectives of the LaPorte Development Board and La Porte City Council for
economic and community development.
o Work to establish a “BREP” (Business Retention and Expansion Program), to build on
and develop relationships with local businesses and industry.
o Actively recruit new business development as outlined through the Strategic Plan.
o Interface with city management and elected officials to keep them apprised of
pursuits and status of business development projects and request from beginning to
end.
o Maintain a focused approach to the economic development priorities and
responding to RFPs as received.
o Research and implement best practice solutions for Enhancement Programs that
will benefit La Porte economic and community development projects.
o Provide oversight of La Porte Development Board (LPDB)
o Support LPDB vision, goals, and activities
o Oversee budget of LPDB
o Provide LPDB with agenda prep and information packet for review and action at
meetings. To include:
Project updates
Financial Status
Impact projections
Additional Information as requested.
o Present updates to City Council on a quarterly basis.
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o Continuous contact with Assistant City Manager as direct oversight,
Communication with City Manager as needed.
o Provide content for website updates and design to best position LaPorte for site
selection information.
o Actively participate with the La Porte Chamber of Commerce.
o Actively seek out other community organizations to participate to develop
additional relationships within the community.
o Create a business recruitment focus
Augment inventory database /matrix of property owners.
Create materials and/or events that will highlight LaPorte as a destination
for quality economic and community development.
Represent La Porte at events designed to engage new opportunities.
References:
Economic Alliance Houston Port Region Deer Park Chamber of Commerce
February 2010 -April 2020 February 2010 – April 2020
Served as President /CEO of Deer Park Chamber Served as President/CEO
Chad Burke, President & CEO Deer Park Chamber
chad@allianceportregion.com Brock Bihm, Board Chairman
713-775-3103 cell brock.bihm@mr.electric2009.com
281-830-2385 cell
City of Crockett City of Deer Park
March 2004- February 2010 April 2010 -April 2020
Served as President/CEO Crockett Economic Dev Served as President/CEO
February 1999-March 2004 Deer Park Chamber
Served as President /CEO Jay Stokes, City Manager
Crockett Area Chamber jstokes@deerparktx.org
Wayne Mask, Past Mayor 832-250-1503 cell
mask@txcom.net
936-544-0793 cell
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Cost Proposal:
• Offered services will be provided to the City of La Porte for an annual fee of $50,000.00 to be
paid in monthly installments.
• Proposed 1-year contract with 30- day notice option by either party to discontinue the
relationship.
• City to provide an office space to be used by TWC Business Development & Consulting to meet
with local businesses, and prospects. Additionally, office space will be used to conduct
business directly related to the economic development efforts of the City of La Porte.
• Expenses directly related to LaPorte economic development efforts such has (meals, travel, &
lodging) will be submitted for reimbursement to the City of La Porte’s designee no later than
30 days following payment of the expense. Expense will be reimbursed no later than 30 days
following submittal.
• Conflicts of interest will be the contractor’s responsibility to identify and remedy for liability.
Please accept this as the formal response to the City of La Porte’s RFP #22502 Economic Development
Service.
Respectfully Submitted,
_______________________________
Tim Culp,
Owner
TWC Business Development & Consulting
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
#22502 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Submission Deadline: May 10, 2022
City of La Porte
Purchasing Division
604 W. Fairmont Pkwy.
La Porte, TX 77571
(281) 470-5126
NOTICE FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
RFP # 22502 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
The City of La Porte (the “City”) invites the submittal of responses to this Request for Proposals
(RFP) from qualified firms interested in providing Economic Development Services for the City of
La Porte.
Information: Forms furnished by the City of La Porte may be obtained without deposit from
PublicPurchase.com; the Purchasing Division Office located at 604 W. Fairmont Pkwy, La Porte, TX
77571; or by emailing purchasing@laportetx.gov .
Due Date and Time: Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 2:00 PM Central Standard Time
Qualifications Receiving Location: City Hall Information Desk, 604 W. Fairmont Parkway, La
Porte, Texas 77571. Sealed proposals must include one original and one digital copy clearly marked
with the RFP number and description. Sealed proposals must be received no later than the date and
time stated above. The submittals will be opened immediately after the closing hour on said date and
only the names of those submitting proposals for consideration will be publicly read.
NO LATE SUBMITTALS WILL BE CONSIDERED
This Request for Proposals does not commit the City to award a contract or lease, or to pay any
costs incurred as a result of preparing such a response. The City reserves the right to further
negotiate with a respondent (and as may be required by law), or reject any and all responses
received, or to cancel in part or in its entirety this Request for Proposals.
The City of La Porte hereby notifies all consultants/offerors that in regard to any agreement
entered into pursuant to this advertisement, minority business enterprises will be afforded
equal opportunities to submit proposals in response to this invitation and will not be
discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, age, religion or national origin in
consideration for an award.
The City reserves the right to reject any and/or all proposals, to waive any and all
technicalities, and to accept any proposal or part thereof, which in the opinion of the City
Council, is most advantageous to the City. In case of ambiguity or lack of clearness in stating
the prices in the proposal, the City reserves the right to consider the most advantageous
proposal thereof or to reject the proposal.
PURPOSE
The City of La Porte is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to perform economic
development consultant services. The intent is to enter into a one (1) year agreement for
these services with renewal options.
CITY OF LA PORTE – HISTORY
The City of La Porte is founded on tradition and heritage that can be traced all the way back
to the nineteenth century. La Porte was founded in 1889 by French settlers and incorporated
in 1892. The name La Porte refers to “Gateway” or “The Door” and refers to the town’s
geographical location along Galveston Bay and the Houston Ship Channel. Once
considered a “resort town”, today La Porte has grown to a population of approximately
34,976 with a predominantly industrial base. Many diverse enterprises choose to locate in
La Porte because of the easy access to and business opportunities associated with the Port
of Houston terminals located at Bayport and Barbours Cut. La Porte is fortunate to attract
so much industrial trade and investment, daytime employment, high average household
incomes, and tourism. La Porte is the fourth largest incorporated city in Harris County.
BACKGROUND
In 1999, the citizens of La Porte voted for the adoption of a ½ cent sales tax for the
purpose of spurring economic development in the City. After approval from the voters of
the new sales tax, the City Council created an Economic Development Corporation and
appointed the first governing body. In 2007, the Board, and City Manager determined
that it was time for a staff member to be added so that a systematic economic
development program could be developed. Currently the Economic Development
Coordinator position is vacant, the recruitment for this position is in progress.
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in responsible planning and administration
experience.
• Understanding of the principles, practices, objectives and strategies utilized in
economic development.
• Ability to formulate projects and policies that meet the City’s overall community
development goals.
• Knowledge of various public outreach and engagement strategies.
SCOPE OF SERVICES
• Familiarity and understanding of the City’s economic development priority
goals as outlined in relevant plans, studies, and reports.
• Provide information and guidance for new and existing businesses in
obtaining financial incentives.
• Prepares reports, including charts and graphs, and presents
recommendations for action plans to management.
• Receives inquiries from business firms, manufacturers and others interested
in establishing or expanding industry in the City; responds to specific requests
for information relating to the suitability of the City for particular business or
industry; solicits new businesses for La Porte; performs research to find
the business and recruit individuals and agencies to move to La Porte.
• Provide general, technical and policy information to the La Porte Development
Corporation Board, Planning Commission, City Council, and other citizen
advisory groups.
• Develop market research objectives to help the organization meet its strategic
goals.
• Research economic development grant opportunities for the City and
community, support the application for such grants upon the approval of the
governing body.
• Represent and serve as a liaison for the City when collaborating with external
entities, businesses, and industry leaders such as the Chamber of
Commerce.
• Community and business marketing website development and management.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Sealed submittals are required. Submittals shall be delivered to the City Hall, Information
Desk, Attn: Purchasing Manager, at 604 W. Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas 77571
on or before May 10, 2022, 2:00 p.m. Central Standard time, Tuesday,. All submittals
must be labeled on the outside with the Respondent’s name and the name of the Project.
Late submittals will not be considered. An original (signed), and one digital copy of each
response is required.
1. Cover letter and Executive Summary: (1 page)
Provide at least the following:
• Introduction
• Legal name of firm, date of formation
• Location of office that will be engaged in the work (geographical location in relation
to the City of La Porte)
• Contact persons
• Legal business description (individual, corporation, joint venture, etc.)
• Statement of availability and commitment of the firm
• Statement of interest including a narrative and unique qualifications
• Signature of authority authorized to enter into a contract
2. Qualifications: Describe the firm’s resources, experience and capabilities as follows:
a. Provide experience of your firm in providing economic development services to
other similar governmental agencies.
b. Provide details of your firm’s ability meet the Scope of Services outlined.
3. Project Team:
a. Organizational chart of the project team.
b. Names, qualifications and resumes of all project team members who will directly
participate in the project.
c. Identify any sub consultants that would be used and their specific role. (All sub
consultants, including markup, must be included in consultant’s cost proposals.)
4. Work Plan/Service Approach:
a. Discuss your firm’s understanding of the Scope of Services to be performed.
b. Describe the needs from City staff. For example, what City staff expertise is
needed and how much time do you anticipate.
c. Identify any “value-added” services that your firm may provide.
d. Describe your firms approach/plan in achieving the city’s economic
development goals.
5. References: Provide at least four (4) references from current or past clients,
preferably Texas agencies. References must have worked with the proposed project
manager and other key staff proposed to be assigned to for such services.
References should include the following:
Name of the agency
Time period for the project
Brief description of the scope of work
Reference contact name, email and telephone number
6. Cost Proposal: Please clearly identify all proposed cost and fees associated with the
Scope of Services. The contract would preferably be for a one-year agreement.
Proposals should indicate whether cost estimates are for time and materials or
a set annual cost which would be paid monthly.
7. Additional Data: Responses may include any other information that might deem essential
to the evaluation of the Request for Proposal.
8. Required Forms: Please include in your submission the following forms:
Completed Conflict of Interest Form
Completed HB 89 Form
Signed Certification Form
SELECTION PROCEDURE
This is a request for proposals. Each submission shall be evaluated by a selection
committee. The City may choose to interview the top firms. Invited candidates will be
required to give oral presentations and answer questions relating to the proposal. Based on
issues or questions raised during the interview, the City may request additional written
information in a proposal addendum. City staff will analyze additional information and
recommend a select candidate to City Council for approval.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
The criteria that will be used to evaluate the responses are:
1. Qualifications and Experience – 40%
• Firm has demonstrated experience in economic development services and has performed
similar satisfactory work in other municipalities.
• Demonstrated an understanding of the City’s economic development goals.
• References from current/past clients.
2. Work Plan/Service Approach- 25%
• Provided a plan that addresses the scope of services and the City’s economic development
goals.
3. Capacity to Perform-25%
• Key personnel assigned to project demonstrated management and technical skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of the scope of services.
• Ability to dedicate necessary resources to the project.
4. Proposed Cost- 10%
SCHEDULE
RFP Release Date April 14, 2022
Deadline for Written Questions April 29, 2022
Proposal Deadline May 10, 2022
Evaluation Period May 11-May 23, 2022
City Council Approval of Consultant June 27, 2022
ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS, NOTIFICATIONS, AND INFORMATION
A. No Gratuities- Respondents shall not offer gratuities, favors or anything of
monetary value to any official or employee of the City for the purposes of
influencing this selection. Any attempt by the Respondent to influence the selection
process by any means, other that disclosure of qualifications and credentials
through the proper channels, shall be considered a bribe and grounds for exclusion
from the selection process and possible legal action.
B. All Information True- Respondent represents and warrants to La Porte that all
information provided in the response shall be true, correct and complete.
Respondents who provide false, misleading, or incomplete information, whether
intentional or not, shall be subject to exclusion from the selection process.
C. Interviews- The City may choose to interview Firms that are short-listed through
the Request for Proposal process. If so, those firms will receive notification by
email of the date and time of the interview.
D. Inquiries- Do not contact the City of La Porte during the selection process to make
inquiries about the progress of this selection process. Respondents will be
contacted when it is appropriate to do so.
E. Cost of Responses-The City will not be responsible for the costs incurred by
anyone in the submittal of responses.
F. No Obligation- The City reserves the sole right to (1) evaluate the responses
submitted;(2) waive any irregularities therein; (3) select candidates for the
submittal of more detailed or alternate proposals (4) accept any submittal or portion
of submittal; (5) reject any or all Respondents submitting responses, should it be
deemed in the City of La Porte’s best interest; or (6) cancel the entire process.
G. Insurance- The awarded firm shall provide and maintain Professional Liability
Errors and Omissions Insurance coverage to protect the Firm and the City form
liability arising out of the performance of services if any, under this agreement.
Such coverage shall be in the sum of not less than Three Hundred Thousand
Dollars ($300,000) per occurrence and Five Hundred Thousand Dollars
($500,000) aggregate. Certificate of Insurance, satisfactory to the City, showing
compliance with this requirement and all other requirements shall be furnished to
the city before any services are performed.
H. Conflict of Interest- Effective January 1, 2006, Chapter 176 of the Texas Local
Government Code (House Bill 914) requires that any person, who seeks to
contract for the sale or purchase of property, goods or services with a local
government entity, shall file a completed conflict of interest questionnaire with the
City Secretary within seven business days after initial contact. Form included in
this request. Please consult your own legal advisor if you have questions
regarding this statute or this form.
I. H.B. 89- Pursuant to Texas Government Code 2270.001, respondent certifies
that 1.) they do not boycott Israel currently; and 2.) they will not boycott Israel
during the term of the contract the above named company has with the City of La
Porte, Texas. Form included in this request.
J. Questions- All questions regarding this RFP shall be submitted by email to the
following email address: purchasing@laportetx.gov, or through Public Purchase.
Please note the RFP name and number for reference. The deadline for question
is April 29, 2022 by 5:00 PM.
K. Any addenda to this RFP shall be published at www.publicpurchase.com.
CERTIFICATION FORM
The undersigned agrees this submission becomes the property of the City of La Porte after the official opening.
The undersigned affirms he has familiarized himself with the specification, drawings, exhibits and other documents;
the local conditions under which the work is to be performed; satisfied himself of the conditions of delivery, handling
and storage of materials and equipment; and all other matters that will be required for the work before submitting
a response.
The undersigned agrees, if this submission is accepted, to furnish any and all items/services upon which prices
are offered, at the price(s) and upon the terms and conditions contained in the specification. The period for
acceptance of this submission will be 90 calendar days unless a different period is noted.
The undersigned affirms that they are duly authorized to execute this contract, that this submission has not been
prepared in collusion with any other respondent, nor any employee of the City of La Porte, and that the contents
of this submission have not been communicated to any other respondent or to any employee of the City of La Porte
prior to the acceptance of this submission.
Respondent hereby assigns to the City any and all claims for overcharges associated with this contract which arise
under the antitrust laws of the United States, 15 USCA Section 1 et seq., and which arise under the antitrust laws
of the State of Texas, Tex. Bus. & Com. Code, Section 15.01, et seq.
The undersigned affirms that they have read and do understand the specifications, all exhibits and attachments
contained in this solicitation package.
The undersigned agrees that the solicitation package posted on the website are the official specifications and shall
not alter the electronic copy, without clearly identifying changes.
The undersigned understands they will be responsible for monitoring Public Purchasing Website at:
www.publicpurchase.com to ensure they have downloaded and signed all addendum(s) required for submission
with their response.
I certify that I have made no willful misrepresentations in this submission, nor have I withheld information in my
statements and answers to questions. I am aware that the information given by me in this submission will be
investigated, with my full permission, and that any misrepresentations or omissions may cause my submission to
be rejected.
Acknowledge receipt of following addenda to the solicitation:
Addendum No 1 Dated _______________________ Received _________________
Addendum No 2 Dated _______________________ Received _________________
Addendum No 3 Dated _______________________ Received _________________
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE:
Signature
Date
Name
Title ___________________________________________
Tel No. _________________________________________
Email __________________________________________
Revised 11/30/2015Form provided by Texas Ethics Commission www.ethics.state.tx.us
FORM CIQ
OFFICE USE ONLYThis questionnaire reflects changes made to the law by H.B. 23, 84th Leg., Regular Session.
This questionnaire is being filed in accordance with Chapter 176, Local Government Code, by a vendor who
has a business relationship as defined by Section 176.001(1-a) with a local governmental entity and the
vendor meets requirements under Section 176.006(a).
By law this questionnaire must be filed with the records administrator of the local governmental entity not later
than the 7th business day after the date the vendor becomes aware of facts that require the statement to be
filed. See Section 176.006(a-1), Local Government Code.
A vendor commits an offense if the vendor knowingly violates Section 176.006, Local Government Code. An
offense under this section is a misdemeanor.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRE
For vendor doing business with local governmental entity
Date Received
A. Is the local government officer or a family member of the officer receiving or likely to receive taxable income,
other than investment income, from the vendor?
Yes No
B. Is the vendor receiving or likely to receive taxable income, other than investment income, from or at the direction
of the local government officer or a family member of the officer AND the taxable income is not received from the
local governmental entity?
Yes No
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Check this box if the vendor has given the local government officer or a family member of the officer one or more gifts
as described in Section 176.003(a)(2)(B), excluding gifts described in Section 176.003(a-1).
Signature of vendor doing business with the governmental entity Date
Name of vendor who has a business relationship with local governmental entity.1
Check this box if you are filing an update to a previously filed questionnaire. (The law requires that you file an updated
completed questionnaire with the appropriate filing authority not later than the 7th business day after the date on which
you became aware that the originally filed questionnaire was incomplete or inaccurate.)
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3 Name of local government officer about whom the information is being disclosed.
Name of Officer
Describe each employment or other business relationship with the local government officer, or a family member of the
officer, as described by Section 176.003(a)(2)(A). Also describe any family relationship with the local government officer.
Complete subparts A and B for each employment or business relationship described. Attach additional pages to this Form
CIQ as necessary.
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5 Describe each employment or business relationship that the vendor named in Section 1 maintains with a corporation or
other business entity with respect to which the local government officer serves as an officer or director, or holds an
ownership interest of one percent or more.
House Bill 89 VERIFICATION
I, ______________________________________(Person name), the undersigned
representative of_(Company or Business name)___________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
(hereafter referred to as company) being an adult over the age of eighteen (18) years of age,
do hereby verify that the company named-above, under the provisions of Subtitle F, Title 10,
Government Code Chapter 2270::
1. Does not boycott Israel currently; and
2. Will not boycott Israel during the term of the contract the above-named
Company, business or individual with City of La Porte, Texas.
This statement is exempt for sole proprietorship vendors, vendors who have less than 10 full
time employees and contracts that are under $100,000 of public funds.
Pursuant to Section 2270.001, Texas Government Code:
1. “Boycott Israel” means refusing to deal with, terminating business activities with, or
otherwise taking any action that is intended to penalize, inflict economic harm on, or
limit commercial relations specifically with Israel, or with a person or entity doing
business in Israel or in an Israeli-controlled territory, but does not include an action made
for ordinary business purposes; and
2. “Company” means a for-profit sole proprietorship, organization, association,
corporation, partnership, joint venture, limited partnership, limited liability partnership,
or any limited liability company, including a wholly owned subsidiary, majority-owned
subsidiary, parent company or affiliate of those entities or business associations that
exist to make a profit.
______________________ __________________________________
DATE SIGNATURE OF COMPANY REPRESENTATIVE