IFB #1188813 - Recreation Policy and Analyst Services

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A. The Contractor must conduct research to develop a documented basis for policy analyses, evaluations of current procedures, management reviews, budget analysis, financial analysis, personnel analysis, or similar technical reviews.
B. The Contractor must create and revise, as needed, policies aligned with Recreation’s goals, and reflecting industry best practices in public recreation administration.
C. The Contractor must present and/or testify before high-level executives, to include the Recreation Director, other department heads, public officials, and the Office of Inspector General on behalf of Recreation; including expressing conclusions and recommendations based on statistical and financial data.
D. The Contractor must assist in the planning and implementation of policies, including developing procedures and guidelines for the successful adoption of new policies.
E. The Contractor must implement strategies to engage necessary stakeholders regarding the adoption of policy and procedural changes.
F. The Contractor must conduct benchmarking analysis to compare public recreation services and policies and national standards and regional best practices, in order to develop insights and recommendations.
G. The Contractor must formulate clear, actionable recommendations for improvements in strategy, policy, or practice within Recreation.
H. The Contractor must provide an estimated timeline for the completion of all requested work within five (5) business days of the County’s request.