Consultant - Water-Sewer Rate Study / DPWP

The City of Worcester (Purchasing Division) issued an open competition RFP (8146‑W4) for a professional consulting firm to conduct a comprehensive water‑sewer rate‑study for the Department of Public Works & Parks. The scope requires a full cost‑of‑service and revenue‑requirement analysis, development of multiple rate‑structure alternatives, a printable final report, and a public presentation. Proposals were evaluated on technical merit first, then price, with the contract awarded to NewGEn Strategies & Solutions on a lump‑sum basis. The schedule was updated by Addendum 1, requiring the “Highly Advantageous” delivery of the final report by June 1 2024 (or later tiers up to September 1 2024). The consultant must provide insurance, performance bonding, and adhere to municipal procurement rules. • Deliver a detailed rate‑study report (including forecasts for at least five years) and three alternative rate‑structure proposals. • Present findings to the City Council/subcommittee in a 15‑30‑minute slide deck. • Maintain weekly/bi‑weekly project meetings, meet the June 1 2024 (or later) report deadline, and supply all supporting spreadsheets and models.