The City of Vancouver has awarded a contract to MAKERS Architecture and Urban Design LLP to develop a Long-Range Facilities Plan. The plan will establish a long-range strategy for City facility management, including identifying facility investments needed to support the delivery of City services. The contract has a term of one year, starting from August 26, 2024, and ending on August 31, 2025. The total compensation for the contract is $399,949.00. The scope of work includes two phases: Needs Assessment and Implementation Plan. The Needs Assessment phase will involve compiling and reviewing relevant information, conducting interviews and facility tours, and developing a needs assessment report. The Implementation Plan phase will involve refining recommendations, incorporating them into a phased implementation plan, and reviewing the plan with the City's budget and finance experts.