Specifications include, but are not limited to: Deschutes County (County) is requesting proposals for feasibility studies of recreation focused developments covering up to six (6) areas located within Deschutes County. The six areas include land owned by the County, United States Forest Service (USFS), and Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The County seeks a qualified consultant to perform feasibility studies for development of private or public RV parks and campgrounds, along with support amenities and infrastructure. Deschutes County is requesting a proposal that will provide a feasibility study to develop recreational RV and campground sites in designated areas throughout the County to include the following scope of work: 1. Conduct a preliminary site analysis, engineering, and environmental assessment. Analyze proposed sites for development strengths and constraints including: rural land use regulations, city zoning and site development regulations, impact on environment, infrastructure needs and availability, cleanup costs, historic easements and preservation concerns, rights of way and easements, and possible abutter concerns. 2. Analyze the feasibility of acquiring USFS and BLM land to develop for recreational use. Summarize the feasibility, due diligent process, and timeline involved in acquiring the lands. 3. Develop conceptual RV Park and campground operational and finance plans. Complete a performance and financial analysis of the projects which should identify acquisition costs as applicable, development costs, revenue potential, operations costs, and investment strategies. Provide cost benefit analysis for privately operated versus County operated parks/campgrounds. 4. Plan the organizational structure. Develop the staffing and resource requirements needed to convert the lands into RV Park and campground facilities. 5. Write an Executive Summary. Formulate a narrative describing details of the project, findings, and strategic recommendations designed to meet the County’s needs.
