Cost of Service Study

The City of San Diego seeks a qualified consulting firm to conduct a comprehensive cost‑of‑service study for its Parks & Recreation Department’s extensive fee schedule, benchmark fees against peer municipalities, and develop a revised, data‑driven fee structure. The study must include detailed cost analysis, comparative fee surveys, compliance verification with relevant guidelines, and actionable implementation recommendations, culminating in written reports, spreadsheets, and a final presentation to City leadership. • Review and break down the existing >220 user fees, allocating direct and indirect costs. • Benchmark against 19 comparable jurisdictions and special agencies to assess market‑based pricing. • Produce an executive summary, technical report, Excel cost models, draft fee schedule, staff training materials, and a final presentation. • Deliverables are due in phases, with a draft report by March 2027 and final presentation by June 2027.