Utility Rate Study Services – Water & Sewer, Solid Waste & Recycling, and Stormwater Utilities

The City of Clearwater is seeking a qualified consulting firm to conduct comprehensive rate studies for its three major utilities – water & sewer, solid waste & recycling, and stormwater. The consultant will develop sustainable rate structures, attend stakeholder meetings, produce detailed reports, and provide long‑term fiscal recommendations. The scope includes interim (non‑major) and major studies for each utility, methodology documentation, sensitivity analyses, and a final deliverable package. Proposals are due electronically by September 29, 2026, with questions due by September 19, 2026. Evaluation will consider experience, methodology, references, and price. <br/><br/>• Develop rate structures for water & sewer, solid waste & recycling, and stormwater utilities<br/>• Perform both interim (non‑major) and major studies for each utility<br/>• Conduct meetings, data analysis, scenario testing, and equity assessments<br/>• Deliver interim and final reports with recommendations for long‑term fiscal planning<br/>• Provide pricing, staffing plans, and references from comparable public‑sector utilities