IMPACT FEE STUDY

The City of Richmond Hill, GA, is issuing an RFP to hire a qualified consulting firm to conduct a comprehensive Impact Fee Study. The study will evaluate the feasibility of implementing impact fees for services such as parks, roads, water & sewer, and public safety, develop a fee schedule for 2027, and provide administrative guidance, including advisory‑committee setup and integration of a Capital Improvements Element into the Comprehensive Plan. Proposals must include technical approach, cost breakdown, firm qualifications (minimum 5 years experience, $2 M liability insurance), and financial statements. The award is anticipated on Dec 1 2026, with a budget of $35‑$75 K. • Scope: feasibility analysis, fee schedule development, exemption/appeal evaluation, advisory committee recommendations, staffing and cost analysis, CIE integration. • Required experience: urban/regional planning or fiscal impact analysis, 5+ years, recent references, $2 M professional liability insurance. • Submission: sealed hard‑copy (PDF on flash drive + printed copy) by 3 PM Nov 5 2026; no electronic submissions. • Evaluation criteria: price (25 %), firm capacity/experience (25 %), schedule adherence (20 %), local government references (20 %), completeness (10 %). • Contact for questions: Brian Crooks, Planning & Zoning Director ([email protected]).