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THE JACK LAYTON FERRY TERMINAL and HARBOUR SQUARE PARK INNOVATIVE DESIGN COMPETITION COMPETITION BRIEF Request for Proposals (RFP)#2014-39 TABLE of CONTENTS January 14, 2015 THE JACK LAYTON FERRY TERMINAL AND HARBOUR SQUARE PARK INNOVATIVE DESIGN COMPETITION COMPETITION BRIEF Request for Proposals (RFP)#2014-39 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION 1 1.1 DESIGN COMPETITION (RFP) OVERVIEW 1 1.2 GOALS OF THE DESIGN COMPETITION 2 2 REQUIRED DESIGN ELEMENTS 3 3 HISTORICAL OVERVIEW 5 4 PROGRAM DESCRIPTION AND SITE ANALYSIS 11 5 FERRY OPERATIONS AND CONTEXT 19 5.1 FERRY SERVICE OPERATIONS 19 5.2 FERRY BOATS 20 5.3 SECURITY REGULATIONS 21 5.4 WATER TAXIS 21 6 POST-COMPETITION SERVICES 23 6.1 REFINEMENT OF THE MASTER PLAN 23 6.2 SELECTION, DETAILED DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS FOR PHASE 1 IMPLEMENTATION 23 6.3 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION FOR PHASE 1 IMPLEMENTATION 23 6.4 DESIGN REVIEW PANEL 23 6.5 PERSONNEL 23 7 TIMING AND INSTRUCTIONS TO PROPONENTS 25 7.1 TIMETABLE OF EVENTS 25 7.2 ENQUIRIES 25 7.3 ADDENDA 26 7.4 WITHDRAWAL/AMENDMENT OF PROPOSALS 26 7.5 JOINT VENTURE PROPOSALS 26 7.6 BACKGROUND MATERIALS 27 8 SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS 29 8.1 SUBMISSION DEADLINE 29 8.2 SUBMISSION PROCESS 29 8.3 PROPOSAL FORMAT 29 8.3.1 Proposal Submission Form 30 8.3.2 Proposal Booklet 11” x 17” (A3), bound 30 8.3.3 Proposal Display Panels 30”x 42” (B1) 30 8.3.4 Physical Model 30 THE JACK LAYTON FERRY TERMINAL AND HARBOUR SQUARE PARK INNOVATIVE DESIGN COMPETITION 2 COMPETITION BRIEF (RFP #2014-39) 9 EVALUATION, SELECTION, AND AWARD PROCESS 33 9.1 COMPLIANCE REVIEW 33 9.2 PUBLIC EXHIBITION AND PRESENTATION 33 9.3 THE JURY 33 9.4 EVALUATION 33 9.5 HONORARIA 34 9.6 CONTRACT FOR SERVICES 34 10 WATERFRONT TORONTO – BACKGROUND INFORMATION 35 10.1 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING 35 10.2 PROCUREMENT POLICY 36 10.3 WATERFRONT TORONTO EMPLOYMENT INITIATIVE (WTEI) 36 10.4 WSIB 37 10.5 MANAGEMENT AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS 37 10.6 DELIVERABLE FORMATS (POST COMPETITION) 37 11 LEGAL AND OTHER MATTERS 39 11.1 LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY 39 11.2 ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS 39 11.3 NEGOTIATIONS 39 11.4 COSTS INCURRED BY PROPONENTS 39 11.5 ERRORS AND OMISSIONS 39 11.7 COMMUNICATIONS 40 11.7 PROCEDURAL RIGHTS OF WATERFRONT TORONTO 40 11.8 VERIFICATION OF PROPOSALS 41 11.9 PROPOSAL CLARIFICATIONS 42 11.10 DISQUALIFICATION 42 11.11 GOVERNING LAW 42 11.12 OWNERSHIP OF DATA 43 11.13 WITHHOLDING TAX 43 11.14 TAXES AND DUTIES 44 11.15 HOSPITALITY, FOOD AND TRANSPORTATION 44 Forms: The forms below are provided to be filled in for submission, as required. F1 Submission Form Attachments: Sample Contract (AIA Document B141-1997) Supplementary Conditions – AIA Document B141-1997 Confidentiality Agreement Digital Data License Agreement Background Materials listed in Section 7.6 (electronic only) THE JACK LAYTON FERRY TERMINAL AND HARBOUR SQUARE PARK INNOVATIVE DESIGN COMPETITION COMPETITION BRIEF (RFP #2014-39) 3 “Shore Stories”, public art THE JACK LAYTON FERRY TERMINAL AND HARBOUR SQUARE PARK INNOVATIVE DESIGN COMPETITION 4 COMPETITION BRIEF (RFP #2014-39) 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Design Competition (RFP) Overview Five teams, representing a range of different architectural and landscape philosophies, have been shortlisted (through RFQ #2014-30) to participate in the Design Competition for the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal and Harbour Square Park (the RFP Stage), based on the program set out in this Competition Brief. As your firm was one of the teams shortlisted, Waterfront Toronto welcomes a Proposal from your firm in response to this RFP. This RFP process is open to all shortlisted firms (hereinafter called “Proponents”). Waterfront Toronto and the City of Toronto are sponsoring this six-week Innovative Design Competition for the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal and Harbour Square Park to help develop bold new concepts for this important site. The dedication of the Toronto Island Ferry terminal in memory of the late political leader Jack Layton creates a new imperative to remake this important gateway into something of which Toronto, Ontario, and Canada can be proud. It presents an exciting opportunity to develop an inclusive process that reflects the needs and aspirations of millions of ferry users, promotes outstanding architectural and park design, and builds upon the larger revitalization effort of the Central Waterfront and Queens Quay Boulevard. The design competition will kick off Wednesday,on January 14th, 2015 with an all-day orientation session, at which the teams will hear presentations from Waterfront Toronto and government officials, meet with key stakeholders and advocacy groups, and tour the site. In mid-February, 2015, there will be a mid-term review session at which each of the teams will present their initial ideas to Waterfront Toronto and City Staff, technical advisors, and Stakeholders for feedback. In early March, 2015, completed proposals will be put on public exhibition for a period of one week, during which time formal input will be solicited form the Stakeholder Advisory Committee, Technical Advisory Committee and the general public. A jury comprised of six distinguished design and arts professionals will receive formal reports from these groups, and then select a winning proposal or combination of proposals to be recommended to the Waterfront Toronto Board of Directors and the City of Toronto for adoption. This design competition is being run by Waterfront Toronto in cooperation with the City of Toronto. Questions regarding this competition should be directed to Waterfront Toronto: Betty Leung, Procurement Manager [email protected], tel. (416)-214-1344 x272 Waterfront Toronto will coordinate all information exchanged between Waterfront Toronto and the Shortlisted Proponents. Submissions are to be received no later than March 3, 2015 at 2:00 PM EST Please refer to Section 7.1 – Timetable of Events for more details. THE JACK LAYTON FERRY TERMINAL AND HARBOUR SQUARE PARK INNOVATIVE DESIGN COMPETITION COMPETITION BRIEF (RFP #2014-39) 1 1.2 Goals of the Design Competition The ultimate goal of this Innovative Design Competition (RFP) is to produce a unifying and inspiring master plan for the ferry terminal, surrounding parkland, and adjacent areas that can be built in phases over time. While a high value will be placed on bringing bold, new ideas to this design challenge, understanding marine safety and regulatory restrictions will be important to ensuring the viability of this master plan. Many of these are included in the Appendix, listed in Section 7.6 (Background Materials) that accompany this document. While these requirements need not be fully resolved in the Competition stage, any deviations will need to be thoughtfully considered, explained, and ultimately acceptable to the regulatory agencies. The designs should propose cost-effective solutions that will have as much impact as possible within the context of a publically funded and maintained facility. The designs should be conscious of the long-term maintenance implications, of these heavily used facilities. Given the wide range of challenges – from the pragmatic to the poetic – there are two broad goals the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal and Harbour Square Park Innovative Design Competition seeks to achieve: Goal #1: Create an inspiring vision for the long-term transformation of the Ferry Terminal and Harbour Square Park to be articulated in a Master Plan. Goal #2: Develop a short-term landscape enhancement proposal for Phase 1 implementation. THE JACK LAYTON FERRY TERMINAL AND HARBOUR SQUARE PARK INNOVATIVE DESIGN COMPETITION 2 COMPETITION BRIEF (RFP #2014-39) 2 REQUIRED DESIGN ELEMENTS In order to achieve the goals described in Section 1.2, seven (7) elements have been identified as required components of the proposals. The jury will consider the team’s approach to each of these elements in making their final selection. Each submission should include carefully-crafted, conceptual design propositions for the following design elements: I. Iconic and Welcoming Ferry Terminal The Ferry Terminal should be a comfortable and attractive terminal building that provides waterfront views. Consideration should be given to how ticketing, waiting areas, amenities, food and beverages, could all work. II. Continuous Waterfront Access Building upon the West 8 + DTAH design for the water’s edge promenade, eliminate the “dead end” posed by the terminal configuration today. III. Improved Queuing Areas Long lines in the hot sun during peak summer hours with sparse public amenities are challenges that detract from the user experience. Transport Canada security regulations for the design, construction and operation of passenger vessel facilities will be a key consideration, but must be interpreted within the overall goal of improving and celebrating this special place on Toronto’s waterfront. The ferry terminal and public space must be universally accessible, incorporate food and beverage facilities, provide shade and wind protection, and opportunities for seating, play and contemplation. Summer line ups at Ferry Terminal THE JACK LAYTON FERRY TERMINAL AND HARBOUR SQUARE PARK INNOVATIVE DESIGN COMPETITION COMPETITION BRIEF (RFP #2014-39) 3 IV. Enhanced Harbour Square Park Harbour Square Park is intended to be both a regional destination for families, as well as an amenity for local residents. With the growing number of families living in the Waterfront neighborhood, innovative play areas for children, incorporating features with “High Play Value”, should be considered. These play areas should be accessible year round and encourage children of all ages to stay and play. V. Connections between the terminal and the rest of the city The approach sequence to the ferry terminal should be enhanced from Queens Quay right onto the boat, including both physical and visual connections. Connections to the network of existing and planned parks and open spaces, including the waterfront trail, should also be improved and enhanced. The approved design for Queens Quay Boulevard, the Wave Decks, the Water’s Edge Promenade and Boardwalk should be respected in the proposal, and these elements may be incorporated or reflected in the design.
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