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Section 6 <br />Understanding of the City's Needs <br />6.1 Understanding of the RFQ Objectives <br />The City of Sunny Isles Beach is seeking qualified architectural professionals who can provide a <br />broad range of services as individual needs arise under a continuing services contract. <br />Assignments may vary considerably in size, scope, complexity, and schedule, requiring a <br />consultant that can respond efficiently while providing consistent professional and technical <br />support. <br />Schindler Architects understands that the purpose of this contract is to provide the City with readily <br />available architectural expertise for projects that may include planning, studies, design, <br />renovations, rehabilitation, permitting, bidding assistance, construction administration, and other <br />related professional services. The City may require support for both planned capital improvements <br />and individual facility needs that develop during the term of the contract. <br />The firm also recognizes that many assignments may involve existing or occupied public facilities. <br />These projects require careful evaluation of existing conditions, coordination with City operations, <br />attention to accessibility and code requirements, and design solutions that minimize disruption <br />while addressing the City's immediate and long-term needs. <br />Schindler Architects views this contract as an ongoing professional relationship rather than a <br />series of unrelated assignments. The firm's goal will be to become familiar with the City's facilities, <br />standards, priorities, and staff so that each successive assignment can be approached with <br />greater efficiency and a clear understanding of the City's expectations.