STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance and Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: September 9, 2021
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): All
DEPARTMENT: Office of Procurement Services
EXECUTIVE: Elizabeth Reich
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a one-year service contract in the amount of $50,000, with four one-year renewal options in the amount of $50,000 for each renewal period, for administration of the international protocol services program for the Office of Government Affairs - World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth, most advantageous proposer of two - Total not to exceed $250,000 - Financing: General Fund (subject to annual appropriations)
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BACKGROUND
This action does not encumber funds; the purpose of a service contract is to establish firm pricing for services, for a specific term, which are ordered on an as needed basis.
This service contract will provide for staff support to the Mayor as the official head of City government in his or her international activities. Services provided include protocol and logistical support for international dignitaries and delegations visiting Dallas. This includes scheduling opportunities for the Mayor to deliver an international message serving as the point of contact for diplomatic matters with the Consular Corps and the Office of Texas Assistant Secretary of State. This service will strengthen the City's ties with the Consuls General who are accredited and seek to increase the number of trade offices and consulates represented in Dallas. Services also will work with the Office of the Mayor, the diplomatic corps, and other international stakeholders to continue expanding trade and consular representation in Dallas and serve as a resource to City officials on matters of international protocol.
A five-member committee from the following departments reviewed and evaluated the qualifications:
* Office of Economic Development (2)
* Office of Government...
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