Fee Study

The City of Clearwater is seeking a qualified consultant to conduct a comprehensive Fee Study for Planning & Development services across Pinellas County and Clewiston City, Florida. The procurement focuses on evaluating, analyzing, and updating the current fee structure for various municipal planning and development-related services. The consultant will be responsible for assessing all applicable fees, including application processing, inspection, permit, and other associated charges. Key deliverables will include a detailed comparative analysis with similar municipalities, recommendations for fee adjustments based on cost recovery principles, and a comprehensive report examining the relationship between current fee structures and actual service delivery costs. The solicitation requires a consultant with expertise in municipal fee analysis, cost allocation methodologies, and comprehensive fee structure evaluation. The contract opportunity was posted on December 31, 2025, with proposals due by January 30, 2026. Evaluation criteria are likely to include the consultant's experience, methodology, cost-effectiveness, and ability to provide actionable recommendations for fee structure optimization.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly outlined in the provided documentation, the procurement appears to be open to qualified consulting firms with demonstrated expertise in municipal fee studies. The attached Fee_Study.pdf document suggests a comprehensive approach that seeks to ensure an equitable, transparent, and sustainable fee structure for planning and development services. The study aims to support the city's decision-making process by providing a detailed analysis of current fee mechanisms and potential improvements. Although no specific budget range is mentioned, the 342KB document indicates a substantive and in-depth analysis is expected. The procurement appears to be seeking a consultant who can provide strategic insights into fee structures, potentially involving a contract value that reflects the comprehensive nature of the proposed fee study. Interested consultants should carefully review the attached documentation and be prepared to demonstrate extensive experience in municipal financial analysis and fee structure optimization.