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The statement of qualifications should clearly describe how the responding firm or individual is qualified to address the following scope of work: -Develop and manage an organizational structure that provides for an Agency General Manager that is successful in managing the day-to-day operations maintenance, and functions of the GSA -Work with the Agency’s Board and member agencies to develop, implement and adopt budgets, and financial strategies including the development of a sustainable fee structure to fully fund and ensure the independence and financial sustainability of the Agency no later than Fiscal Year 2019/20. -Hire or otherwise provide adequate staffing to complete all organizational needs. -Acquire legal, accounting, financial, and other support services for the Agency -Contract with a consulting firm qualified to develop a GSPP that satisfies all the legislative and regulatory requirements while meeting the needs of a wide range of stakeholders -Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with Board Members, employees, officials, and the general public The firm or individual ultimately selected is expected to hold the following minimum qualifications and will be evaluated by representatives of the Agency on the following criteria: a. Demonstrated knowledge and recent experience designing and completing similar successful public projects within the scope. b. Solid track record of agency organization and management. c. Demonstrated ability to assess accurately current and future agency needs. d. Creativity in working with diverse stakeholders to arrive at unique decisions. e. Ability to bring together a complete, competent team addressing all necessary disciplines to operate the Agency. f. Strong understanding of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act related to the requirements of creating a Groundwater Sustainability Agency and Groundwater Sustainability Plan with the ability to acquire and manage services that can produce a viable groundwater management plan. Desirable, but not required, is a strong understanding of the Salinas Groundwater Basin, Monterey County Water Resources Agency projects, agricultural community, and municipal and other water interests.

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