Item:
Title
Approve Contract Award to Raftelis for Financial Planning, Rate Study, and Support Services for the Durham County Utilities Division in the Amount of $55,000 with a Not to Exceed Amount of $65,000
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Date of BOCC Meeting: August 12, 2024
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to authorize the County Manager to enter into a service contract with Raftelis (RFP 24-048) to provide Financial Planning, Rate Study, and Support Services for the Utilities Division in the amount of $55,000 and to execute any other related contract amendments not to exceed $65,000, subject to budget availability. This contract is funded by the Sewer Utility Enterprise Fund.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This action is in accordance with Durham County Strategic Plan Goal 4: “Environmental Stewardship and Community Prosperity,” as this study ensures the Division can adequately fund sewer operations, known and projected capital improvement costs and bond debt, while keeping rates affordable.
Resource Persons: Jay Gibson PE, Director of E&ES; Stephanie Brixey, Deputy Director of E&ES
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends the Board to authorize the County Manager to enter into a service contract with Raftelis (RFP 24-048) to provide Financial Planning, Rate Study, and Support Services for the Utilities Division in the amount of $55,000 and to execute any other related contract amendments not to exceed $65,000, subject to budget availability.
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________