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F. Other Items 1. Identify opportunities for non - traditional engineering techniques, such as the use of rainwater gardens, cisterns, pervious surfaces, and other green design, including facilities. 2. Work with other engineering firms as desired by the City on specific projects. 3. Assist with funding solutions for infrastructure projects such as grant and loan programs. 4. Identifies grant opportunities and writes grant proposals as directed by City staff and City Council. 5. Review, evaluate, and submit suggested revisions to existing fee schedules and assiessment policies, utility user rates, public improvement financing surcharges, and general financing of public improvement projects. 6. Assist with GIS /GPS information data collection and processing. PROPOSAL EVALUATION AND APPOINTMENT A. Qualification Based Selection. The City intends to retain the engineering services of the proposer evaluated to be the best qualified to perform the work for the City, with cost, compatibility, and other performance factors considered. Qualifications for the top candidates will be verified and references will be checked. B. Review and Recommendation Process. Based upon the evaluation of the applications and possible interview, City staff will recommend to the Council the finalists who are judged to be the most responsive and responsible proposer for the service requested. Interviews may be conducted in order to finalize the selection. The City Council will make the final decision for consideration and formal approval. C. Financial Liability Limitations. The City shall not be liable for any expenses incurred by the proposer including, but not limited to, expenses associated with the preparation and submission of the proposal, attendance at interviews, the preparation of a cost statement, or final contract negotiations. D. Rights of Review. The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals or to request additional information from any and all proposers for purposes of clarification, and to accept or negotiate any modification to any proposal following the deadline for receipt of all proposals. E. Selecting Criteria for Services. In reviewing the proposals, the City will carefully weigh the following: 1. The firm's approach to and understanding of the Scope of Work. 2. The firm's experience with similar contracts and clients. 3. The experience and qualifications of the proposed staff in providing similar services. 4. The firm's demonstrated ability to deliver work on time and within budget. 8