Water, Recycled Water and Wastewater Rate Study

The City of Banning is seeking a qualified entity or individual to conduct a comprehensive rate study for its water, recycled water, and wastewater services. The City serves approximately 31,253 residents through 10,567 service connections and operates a potable water system supplied entirely by groundwater from 21 potable wells plus three co-owned wells. The water distribution system consists of 165 miles of pipeline, 19 groundwater wells, 8 storage reservoirs, 2 booster pumping stations, 5 pressure reducing valve stations, and 6 pressure zones. The City also provides wastewater collection service to residents and businesses within city limits and surrounding unincorporated County lands, with the sewer service area estimated at 2,900 acres.

The selected firm will be responsible for performing a detailed rate study that analyzes the City's water supply, treatment, and distribution infrastructure as well as its wastewater collection and treatment systems. The study must evaluate current rate structures and recommend adjustments based on cost-of-service analysis, financial sustainability, and regulatory compliance. The consultant will need to assess the City's water sources including groundwater production, imported water from San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency, and water recharge operations.

Key deadlines for this procurement include a questions and answers deadline of March 31, 2021 at 11:00 PM and a proposal submission deadline of April 13, 2021 at 9:00 PM. The City anticipates selecting one firm to perform the services under a professional services agreement.

Proposals should demonstrate the Company's ability to perform comprehensive rate study services for water and wastewater utilities, including experience with cost-of-service studies, rate design analysis, and utility financial planning. All submissions must comply with the specified submission instructions and evaluation criteria outlined in the complete RFP documents.