Exeter Space Needs Assessment - Administrative and Service Functions

The Town of Exeter seeks a consultant to conduct a comprehensive space‑needs assessment for its administrative and service functions and to develop two workplace‑option concepts with preliminary cost estimates. The work must be completed within 90 calendar days and stay within a $50,000 budget. The consultant will review the 2024 Keegan Management Study, inventory all town‑owned properties, engage stakeholders, and produce detailed reports and presentations for the Select Board. • Review existing management study and current organizational structure. • Perform site visits and condition assessments of seven town‑owned buildings (Town Hall, 9 Front St, Safety Complex, senior center, public works campus, parks & recreation facilities, and others). • Conduct stakeholder interviews with the Select Board and department heads to define program needs and best‑practice space allocations. • Develop two conceptual workplace‑option plans, including space‑use matrices, sustainability considerations, and preliminary cost estimates. • Deliver a draft report, three progress updates, and a final presentation/report package within the 90‑day contract period.