The contract is for on-call zoning and subdivision regulation services, which includes providing professional planning services to Pinal County. The contract has a term of 5 years, with the option to renew for an additional 4 years. The vendor, Matrix Design Group, Inc., will provide a team of experienced professionals, including planners, engineers, and landscape architects, to support the county's zoning and subdivision regulation needs. The contract includes provisions for pricing, invoicing, and payment, as well as requirements for insurance, bonds, and performance guarantees. The key services to be provided under the contract include: comprehensive planning, community planning, zoning ordinance updates, and land use planning. The contract also includes a provision for the vendor to provide GIS support and mapping services.
• The contract has a firm-fixed lump sum price, with provisions for price reductions and increases.
• The vendor is required to maintain all necessary licenses and permits, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
• The contract includes a provision for dispute resolution, which requires the parties to negotiate in good faith to resolve any disputes that may arise.
• The contract also includes a provision for termination, which allows either party to terminate the contract with written notice.
• The vendor is required to provide progress reports and to participate in meetings with county staff to ensure that the services are being provided in accordance with the contract.
• The contract includes a provision for the vendor to provide training and technical assistance to county staff, as needed.
• The vendor is required to maintain accurate and complete records of all services provided under the contract, and to provide reports to the county as requested.