Summary: CSP_6100_CLMB344_BID_DOC_5_v1.pdf

This is a bid document for the City of Austin, Texas, specifically for the Austin Watershed Protection Department's Cost of Service Fee Study for Development Reviews. The project requires an experienced contractor to perform a comprehensive cost-of-service analysis and develop cost recovery fees for development review activities, including site plans, subdivisions, residential plans, general permits, and other related reviews as identified by the City. The scope of work encompasses analyzing current review processes, identifying all costs associated with development review functions, and recommending fee structures that achieve cost recovery objectives. The contract involves coordination with multiple City departments and stakeholders to ensure the analysis reflects actual operational costs and achieves equitable fee distribution across review categories.

The document establishes specific requirements for contractor qualifications, deliverables, and project timelines. Pricing and contract terms are structured to accommodate the analytical scope, with compensation likely tied to project milestones including preliminary findings, stakeholder engagement sessions, and final fee recommendations. The project requires contractors to demonstrate experience with municipal cost-of-service studies, familiarity with development review processes in similar jurisdictions, and the ability to work collaboratively with City staff and external stakeholders. The contractor must provide detailed methodology documentation, cost allocation analyses, and comprehensive fee recommendations that align with industry standards and City policy objectives.