Section 173-98-730 - Cost-effectiveness analysis(1) Funding will only be considered if a project is shown to be the cost-effective alternative/solution to a water quality problem and that the project maximizes the potential for energy conservation and efficient water use, reuse, recapture, and conservation. The cost-effective alternative is determined using a cost-effectiveness analysis.(2) A cost-effectiveness analysis must include a comparison of the life cycle costs of alternatives considered for the planning period taking into account: (a) The cost of constructing the project or activity;(b) The cost of operating and maintaining the project or activity over the life of the project or activity; and(c) The cost of replacing the project or activity.(3) Applicants proposing alternative public works contracting for projects must demonstrate that this approach is the cost-effective alternative for procurement.Wash. Admin. Code § 173-98-730
Amended by WSR 17-17-040, Filed 8/9/2017, effective 9/9/2017Statutory Authority: RCW 90.48.035. 07-14-096 (Order 05-16), § 173-98-730, filed 6/29/07, effective 7/30/07.