Solid Waste Franchise Service Fee & Rate Structure Assessment

The City of Newport Beach is soliciting proposals to conduct a comprehensive assessment of its Solid Waste Franchise Service Fees and associated rate structures under its Non-Exclusive Commercial Solid Waste and Divertible Materials Handling Services Franchise Agreements. The selected proposer will be responsible for evaluating the current fee system, analyzing recycling fee structures, reviewing the feasibility and costs of organics collection services, and assessing the financial and operational implications of implementing Saturday waste collection. All findings and recommendations must support and inform the existing service fee framework to ensure fiscal responsibility and operational efficiency. The work is expected to be completed within a one-year contract term, with the possibility of a one-year extension at the City’s discretion, and the City retains the right to award multiple contracts if it better serves its interests. Final terms including compensation and duration are subject to approval by the City or City Council. Proposals must be submitted by August 31, 2026, with a primary point of contact at the Finance Department being Shaun Tormey. The solicitation number is 27-01 and was posted on July 30, 2026. No bid bond is required. The work will be performed within Newport Beach, California, and the City is seeking a qualified firm with expertise in waste management economics, rate analysis, and municipal service evaluation. All deliverables will be subject to City review and approval, and the final selection will be based on the proposer’s demonstrated experience, approach, and ability to meet the City’s objectives.