DEPARTMENT
Arts and Culture
REQUESTED ACTION (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval of a recommended proposal - Department of Arts and Culture, 21RFP063021B-YJ, Performing Arts and Disability Study: An Organizational Feasibility Study for Artists, Audiences and Non-Performing Arts Staff with Disabilities in the amount of $39,520.00 with Sizemore Group, LLC (Atlanta, GA) to provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities to fully utilize arts facilities in Fulton County as members of the audience, employees and performers. Effective upon BOC approval through December 31, 2021 with two renewal options. (APPROVED)
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REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with the Purchasing Code Sections 102-374 or 102-375, all competitive sealed proposals shall be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY AREA RELATED TO THIS ITEM (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Arts and Libraries
COMMISSION DISTRICTS AFFECTED
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IS THIS A PURCHASING ITEM?
Yes
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND (First sentence includes Agency recommendation. Provide an executive summary of the action that gives an overview of the relevant details for the item.)
Scope of Work: The Department of Arts and Culture recommends the approval of a contract with Sizemore Group, LLC to assess opportunities for individuals with disabilities to fully utilize arts facilities in Fulton County as members of the audience, employees and performers. The study will provide recommendations which will impact programming and employment, as well as plans for facility upgrades and renovation. Additionally, this study is the first of its kind in the nation and will offer a best practices for engaging artists with disabilities suitable for venues around the United States.
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