Issue 16: 2024 Q2 SCPDC Newsletter

Click the link below to view issue 16 of the SCPDC newsletter.

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Public Notice: Watershed Region 6 Steering Committee Meeting – June 17 , 2024

The Regional Steering Committee of Watershed Region 6 will hold a meeting on June 17, 2024 at 10:00 am. This meeting is in accordance with Louisiana Watershed Initiative activities and is integral to providing a sustainable, institutional basis to increase continuity, improve flood resilience, and enable more effective flood prevention within our region.

Watershed Region 6 Steering Committee:  Meeting #25

Date: June 17, 2024

Time: 10:00-12:00pm

Location: Parish Courthouse, 300 Houmas St , Donaldsonville LA 70346.

Objectives:

• Election of Officers
• LWI Executive Order Extension
• Status of Round I and II
• Kickoff Region 6 Watershed Plan
• Upcoming Training Conferences

Please see link below for meeting documentation and contact Pat Gordon (pat@scpdc.org) with any questions.

Region 6 Steering Committee Meeting Documentation « South Central Planning & Development Commission (scpdc.org)

Region-6-Steering-Committee-Meeting-25 Agenda

Public Notice: SCPDC Revolving Loan Board Meeting – June 18 at 8:30 AM

The Revolving Loan Board for South Central Planning & Development Commission, Inc., will meet on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. at South Central and Planning and Development Commission’s office located at 5058 West Main Street, Houma, LA 70360. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodation is requested to contact South Central Planning & Development Commission, Inc. three days in advance of the meeting at (985) 851-2900 to discuss the particular accommodations needed.

DRAFT AGENDA
I. Call meeting to order
II. Roll call
III. Acceptance of Agenda
IV. Public comments
V. Minutes from Loan Board meeting of April 16, 2024
VI. New loan requests (EXECUTIVE SESSION)
VII. Existing loans (EXECUTIVE SESSION)
A. Golden Meadow True Value – Adjust use of funds
B. Attorney’s report – available for online viewing, see forthcoming email for details
C. Aging report – available for online viewing, see forthcoming email for details
D. Collections – Work Group recommendations for discussion and action
1. Workgroup recommendations of April 11, 2024
E. Others
VIII. Other business
A. Discussion on Funding Priorities for applications submitted July 1 onward
B. Announcements
IX. Next meeting date: July 16, 2024
X. Adjourn

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Public Notice: Employment Opportunity – Deputy Building Official

South Central Planning & Development Commission is seeking to fill the position of Deputy Building Official at its Baton Rouge location. The main responsibility of this position is managing & mentoring plans examiner and permitting staff.  This could include, but not limited to the daily management of plan review, inspection and clerical personnel, overseeing the plan review and inspection process of that area, data management and query, as well as other building and planning functions.  The DBO could be called upon to perform other duties in the absence of the CBO.  The individual shall have excellent managerial, oral, written, computer, and analytical skills with a strong emphasis on building technology. Candidates must possess a Certified Building Official Certification as well as Combination Residential and Commercial Certifications.  Candidates must also possess a Bachelor’s degree in a related construction field with 5 years code enforcement experience or a high school diploma with a minimum of 10 years related code enforcement experience.

This position is a full-time, salaried position with permanent status and fringe benefits.  Benefits include retirement, health/dental/vision/life insurance, paid holidays, vacation & sick leave.  Starting pay will be approximately 98,000 – 135,000 depending on qualification level and experience.  SCPDC is an EOE/AAE.

Resumes will be accepted until position is filled.  Send resume to:  SCPDC  DBO ; PO Box 1870, Gray, LA  70359 or email to:  employment@scpdc.org

Public Notice: Request for Qualifications – SCPDC Building Expansion Project – ADDENDUM ADDED

Notice is hereby given that the South Central Planning and Development Commission is requesting qualification statements for the following project.

Qualifications Statement for SCPDC Building Expansion Project

South Central Planning and Development Commission (SCPDC) seeks to procure the services of an architectural and/or engineering firm to provide essential design and inspection services for the SCPDC Building Expansion Project. The selection of this firm will adhere to federal procurement requirements of the grant. All responses will be evaluated based on selection criteria and corresponding point system outlined in the Request for Qualifications package, which also details the scope of services. SCPDC will award the contract to the respondent with the highest score in the evaluation process. Interested parties may obtain a Request for Qualifications package from Lea Ann Rucker by email LeaAnnR@scpdc.org, or by contacting 985-851-2900. Responses must be hand-delivered or mailed to the address below and received by the end of business on Thursday, June 13, 2024. SCPDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages small and minority-owned firms and women’s business enterprises to apply.

South Central Planning and Development Commission

Attn: Lea Ann Rucker

Post Office Box 1870

Gray, LA 70359

(Mail Delivery)

South Central Planning and Development Commission

Attn: Lea Ann Rucker

5058 W. Main St.

Houma, LA 70360

(Hand Delivery, FedEx, and UPS)

2024.05.14 RFQ Second Floor Advertisement

Questions and Answers

Q: On the last page of the RFQ, it is stated that the proposal must be received by end of Business June 13, 2024.  In the Timeline box in the center of the last page, the “RFQ Respondent Deadline” is listed as June 10, 2024.  Can you verify the due date for the RFQ please?

Also, on Page 2 there is a list of Tasks (1-7) that describe the scope of work for the selected architectural firm.  Task 4 lists “Field Staking and On-site supervision of construction work” as items – both of these are typically scopes of work by a contractor and not an architectural firm as the design team typically “observes” the work instead of performing it or supervising it.  Can you please clarify if these items in Task 4 are a correct part of the RFQ.

A: The correct deadline is June 13^th.

Task 4: Field Staking and On-site Supervision of Construction Work

Field Staking: This involves marking the locations where structures and utilities will be built according to the design plans. While traditionally performed by contractors, the A/E firm ensures that field staking aligns precisely with the approved designs. This task is essential for maintaining the integrity of the design and ensuring accuracy before construction begins.

On-site Supervision of Construction Work: The term “supervision” here refers to overseeing the construction process to ensure it adheres to the design specifications and regulatory standards. Although contractors execute the construction, the A/E firm’s role in supervision (or observation) is to monitor progress, quality, and compliance. This oversight includes making periodic site visits, reviewing work, and ensuring that the project is on track and within scope. The A/E firm’s involvement in on-site supervision ensures that any deviations from the design are promptly addressed, maintaining the project’s integrity and quality.

Q:  Is it possible to ask them over the phone or should we plan to submit them via email? Also, is there an estimate for the available funds for construction?

A: Estimate for construction is about $4.5 million.

Q:

1. [Project Overview and Scope] Is it your intent to have an Architect or Engineer as the Prime designer?
2. [Tasks 2+4] Does this project require on-site inspection and supervision or would that be the responsibility of the general contractor?
3. [DBE/MBE Participation] Would a Hudson Initiative certification count towards the DBE/MBE evaluation and scoring criteria?
4. [Submission] Is a specific form you’d like us to use when submitting or is our company branded document acceptable?

A:

1. Yes either an architectural or engineering firm will be hired to design building addition and supervising construction, including development of a design plan, schematic designs and renderings.
2. Yes the selected architect or engineer will be required for inspection and supervision to ensure the plans are followed.
3. While the Hudson Initiative certification supports small businesses, including minority and woman-owned businesses, it does not automatically confer MBE or WBE status. Businesses that meet the criteria for MBE or WBE certification should pursue those specific certifications in addition to the Hudson Initiative certification to maximize their opportunities and benefits.
4. Your document will be fine, please ensure that you address all the information that is requested in the RFQ.

Addendum: Dear Prospective Project Architects and Engineers,

Please find attached an important Addendum for the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Architectural/Engineering Services for the South Central Planning and Development Commission (SCPDC) Building Expansion Project.

In addition, we have attached the updated RFQ document with the corrected timeline table. The corrected submission deadline is June 13, 2024, by the end of business.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. We appreciate your time and effort in preparing your submittal, and we look forward to reviewing your proposals.

2024.05.21 SCPDC RFQ Building Expansion-Revised

2024.05.21 Addendum Request for Qualifications