Rfq - Sewage Crisis-Related Economic Impact Study On The Tijuana River Valley And Surrounding Communities

Background
The County of San Diego is seeking quotes from firms to conduct a sewage crisis-related economic impact study on the Tijuana River Valley and surrounding communities. This study aims to assess the economic impacts of sewage pollution, particularly on small businesses, property values, and regional tourism.

The Tijuana River Valley has faced persistent environmental and public health threats due to inadequate wastewater infrastructure and increased population growth, leading to significant economic consequences in areas such as Imperial Beach and Coronado.

Work Details
The contractor will provide a comprehensive economic impact analysis that includes:
1) Quantification of losses suffered by businesses in affected communities, with separate estimates for small businesses;
2) Analysis of property value impacts, including property tax data;
3) Data on reductions in regional tourism due to beach closures;
4) Employment data analysis in affected communities;
5) Impact on public school enrollment and associated federal funding;
6) Estimated government costs due to the sewage crisis;
7) Recommendations for future funding and mitigation strategies.

The contractor must develop a project plan within seven days of the initial meeting with County representatives, conduct stakeholder engagement, and deliver a final report that is visually appealing and easy to understand.

Period of Performance
The contract will commence upon award and is expected to last approximately nine months, with key deliverables due at specified intervals:
- Kickoff Meeting within one week;
- Project Plan within two weeks;
- Summary of Data within two months;
- Preliminary Findings within six months;
- Draft Report within eight months;
- Final Report approval within nine months.

Place of Performance
The study will be conducted primarily in the Tijuana River Valley region, including directly impacted communities such as Imperial Beach and Coronado, as well as broader areas across San Diego County.

Bidder Requirements
Offerors must demonstrate experience in conducting similar economic impact studies for at least three entities in the past five years. They are required to submit various forms including an Offeror’s Cover Page (PC600), Representations and Certifications form (PC601), Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610), and a Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620) if submitting confidential information.