Storm System Activities Funding Analysis

The City of San Mateo Public Works Department issued solicitation 569 to secure professional consulting services for a Storm System Activities Funding Analysis. The project focuses on evaluating financial needs and identifying sustainable funding sources for critical storm system activities, including infrastructure maintenance and dredging, with a target funding date of December 2021. The scope of work comprises six primary tasks: evaluating projected financial needs, analyzing potential funding mechanisms such as grants, parcel taxes, and SB231/Prop 218 compliance, conducting a statistically valid citywide public opinion survey, and developing a Revenue Report and Implementation Action Plan. Optional services include public outreach and assistance with the implementation of ballot measures. Proposals were due by July 31, 2019, and required a technical volume limited to 20 pages, along with a separate sealed cost proposal. The selection process is a best-value trade-off based on project approach, firm experience, team structure, personnel qualifications, and cost. The resulting contract is a professional services agreement performed in California, utilizing a time-and-expense reimbursement structure with a not-to-exceed fee. Key contractual requirements include strict conflict of interest disclosures, a 120-day proposal validity period, and comprehensive insurance coverage including professional liability and a waiver of subrogation. Final acceptance of all deliverables is subject to the formal approval of the City of San Mateo.