Architect Selection Process
As of October 2022, a task force has been selected to lead the charge on architect selection.
Process
- Open and transparent process with six (6) public meetings
- Process is guided by City ordinance, Florida statute, and CCNA practices
Timeline:
FALL 2022 – SUMMER 2023 (Tentative)
- Taskforce Meeting #1: Architect Selection Kick-Off & Taskforce Orientation — October 31, 2022
- Taskforce Meeting #2: Review RFQ Responses, Winnow to 15–20 Shortlist Candidates — December 16, 2022
- Taskforce Meeting #3: Review RFP Responses, Winnow to 4-6 Semi-finalist Candidates — February 27, 2023
- Taskforce Meeting #4: Review Findings from Building Tours & Reference Calls; Winnow to 3-4 Finalist Candidates to Interview; Identify Topics for Discussion & Develop a Consistent List of Questions to Ask During the Finalist Interviews — TBD
- Taskforce Meeting #5: Finalist Interviews with Public Q&A — TBD
- Taskforce Meeting #6: Final Deliberation & Recommendation for Selected Architect — TBD
Task Force Members
Foundation board Members
City of Sarasota Appointed Representative
Mary Bensel
Executive Director
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Consultant experience
- National expertise on high-profile cultural projects
- Sarasota residents, with local affiliations & knowledge of the community
- Arts and culture expertise, with extensive national networks in the performing arts
- Economic development and construction experience
