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

Jenne K Britell headshot.

Dr. Jenne K. Britell

Vice Chair of Board
Chair of Task Force

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Mark Famiglio

Board Member

Michele Hooper headshot.

Michele Hooper

Board Member

City of Sarasota Appointed Representative

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Mary Bensel

Executive Director
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Consultant experience

Paratus Group: Project Management. HR&A: Financial Modeling, Economic Impact Study. PFM: City's Owners Rep.
  • 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
State appropriation of $999,000 to fund architect selection and concept design.
All funds must be expended before June 30, 2023.