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Approval of Asset Management Contract for Broward County Convention Center Hotel

Original title: A. MOTION TO APPROVE most reasonable source designation of asset management services for the Broward County Convention Center Hotel, from North Star Research Corp., dba HVS Convention, Sports & Entertainment Facilities Consulting, for the Finance and Administrative Services Department. (Per the Tuesday Agenda Memorandum, vendor’s signature page has been received.) ACTION: (T-12:06 PM) Approved. VOTE: 8-0. Commissioner Geller was not present. B. MOTION TO APPROVE Agreement between Broward County and North Star Research Corp. dba HVS Convention, Sports & Entertainment Facilities Consulting for Asset Management Services, Agreement No. GEN2129483A1, for the Finance and Administrative Services Department, in an estimated amount of $3,603,739, including $330,000 for reimbursables and $300,000 for optional services, for the initial ten-year term, and authorize the Director of Purchasing to renew the Agreement for up to two five-year terms, for a twenty-year potential estimated amount of $8,360,280; and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute same. (Per the Tuesday Agenda Memorandum, vendor’s signature page has been received.) ACTION: (T-12:06 PM) Approved. VOTE: 8-0. Commissioner Geller was not present.

Record date · March 11, 2025

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What This Bill Does

Broward County commissioners approved a contract with HVS Convention, Sports & Entertainment Facilities Consulting to manage assets for the county's convention center hotel. The agreement spans an initial ten-year term with options for two five-year renewals.

Why it matters

The county has committed to an initial $3.6 million expenditure for hotel asset management, with a potential total cost of $8.36 million over twenty years if all renewal options are exercised.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Broward County Taxpayers

Taxpayer funds are being allocated to pay for long-term asset management services for the convention center hotel.

Directly affected

HVS Convention, Sports & Entertainment Facilities Consulting

The company has been awarded a multi-year contract to provide management services for the county.

Key Facts

  • The commission approved the 'most reasonable source' designation for HVS to provide asset management services.
  • The initial contract term is ten years.
  • The estimated cost for the initial ten-year term is $3,603,739.
  • The initial cost includes $330,000 for reimbursable expenses and $300,000 for optional services.
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  • The Director of Purchasing is authorized to renew the agreement for two additional five-year terms.
  • The total potential cost over the full twenty-year period is estimated at $8,360,280.
  • The motion passed with an 8-0 vote.
  • Commissioner Geller was absent for the vote.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the contract for?
The initial term is ten years, with the possibility of two five-year renewals, totaling up to twenty years.
How much will this cost taxpayers?
The estimated cost for the first ten years is $3,603,739, with a potential total of $8,360,280 if the contract is renewed for the full twenty years.

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Long-term fiscal commitment

The contract structure allows for a 20-year commitment, significantly extending beyond the initial 10-year term without requiring a new commission vote for the renewals.

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