Solid Waste Rate Study & Financial Analysis

The contract requires the performance of a comprehensive solid waste rate study encompassing cost-of-service analysis, development of equitable rate structures, and detailed financial modeling for both residential and commercial waste collection services. The work must evaluate the full spectrum of operational expenses and revenue streams to ensure rates are financially sustainable, legally compliant, and transparent to ratepayers. The contractor will be expected to analyze service levels, volume trends, equipment costs, labor expenditures, disposal fees, and administrative overhead to inform a data-driven rate design that balances affordability with long-term fiscal responsibility. This subcontract under NAICS code 541611 is procured by RMA - Integrated Waste Management in California with a response deadline of May 26, 2026. The project demands advanced analytical skills, deep understanding of municipal utility rate-setting practices, and the ability to present complex financial data in clear, actionable formats for public and regulatory stakeholders. The successful bidder will deliver a finalized study that supports decision-making on pricing, service adjustments, and funding strategies for waste management operations without the use of federal set-asides or specified geographic performance constraints beyond the state-level agency jurisdiction.