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Authorize the County Manager to execute a contract with Perkins & Will, for Architectural Services for Conceptual Design and Analysis of the Shoppes of Hope Valley in the amount not-to- exceed $140,000.00
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Date of BOCC Meeting: June 9, 2025
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The Board is requested to authorize the County Manager to execute a contract to engage Perkins & Will for architectural services for the conceptual design and analysis of the 17-acre Shoppes of Hope Valley site in South Durham. The site, currently an underutilized strip center with expansive parking and limited pedestrian access, offers a unique opportunity for mixed-use redevelopment that aligns with Durham’s goals for revitalization, connectivity, and economic growth. Funding for this contract is available in Engineering/Project Management budget, which includes funding for the Shoppes of Hope Valley Pre-Development Process.
This RFQ was specifically issued by the County for architectural services for conceptual design and analysis of the site. The request for qualifications (RFQ) for architectural services for the project was advertised in local newspapers on November 7, 2024. Seven (7) responses were received on December 10, 2024 and were evaluated by a selection committee representing the County Engineering Department and the Development Finance Initiative. The firm of Perkins and Will. was determined to be the most qualified firm to provide design services for this project based on the evaluation and their experience with similar projects, studies and conceptual work. Perkins and Will is located in Durham, NC. For M/WBE participation information (See Attachment 2, Page 1).
This initiative will be led by the UNC Development Finance Initiative (DFI) and will include site analysis, exploration of program and land use options, and the creation of a conceptual master plan. The process will be guided by DFI’s expertise to ensure alignment with local needs. Funding for this contract is available in the Engineering - Project Management’s miscellaneous contracted services account which includes funding for the Shoppes of Hope Valley Pre-Development Process, with the proposed fee and schedule included in the attached materials. Staff recommends approval to move forward with this important planning effort as this analysis will determine what can be accomplished on the site in accordance with regulatory approvals and aid in future decision making regarding the site uses.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: Safe & Resilient Community: The information provided in this study and analysis will aid the County in determining the long-range plan for the balance of the site outside the newly renovated Board of Elections facility. The design team will determine what can be accomplished on the site in accordance with established regulatory guidelines.
Resource Persons: Dan Nosbusch, Project Manager, Engineering & Environmental Services (E&ES), Peri Manns, ASLA, Deputy Director of E&ES, Sarah Prio Odio, Assicoate Director UNC SOG DFI
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board authorize the County Manager to execute a contract with Perkins & Will for architectural conceptual design and analysis services for pre-development planning for the Shoppes of Hope Valley in the amount not-to-exceed $140,000. Funding for this contract is available in Engineering/Project Management budget, which includes funding for the Shoppes of Hope Valley Pre-Development Process.
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County Manager: ____________________________