All BML recharge rates are subject to a 33.7% Non-University Differential (NUD) assessment for non-University clients.
The Budget & Institutional Analysis (BIA) division of UC Davis has determined that Non-UC affiliate researchers who hold a Research Associate (WOS) courtesy appointment at BML are not exempted from the NUD assessment
For multi-year budget planning, we recommend adding an escalator of 3%/yr for all recharge services. UC policy requires that all BML recharge rates be reviewed annually and adjusted as appropriate to ensure full cost recovery.
Aquatic Resources Group Recharge Rate*
Effective 1/01/2019
- $59/Hr
More on the Aquatic Resources Group
Small Boat Hourly Rates*
Effective 12/01/2018
Use requires a launch preparation fee equal to one hour per cruise at the applied rate in addition to total engine hours used. All rates include fuel.
Hard Hull Class: - $82/Hr
- Cape Horn 19′ Fiberglass center console outboard
Inflatables Class - $70/Hr
- Henricia 15’ open hypalon inflatable, outboard
- Captain Morgan 10′ open RHIB Inflatable, outboard
Daily Rates:
- Kayak Class (New) - $20/day - Several one and two-paddler kayaks available
Kayak use requires advance checkout by authorized BML personnel; See kayak-specific guidelines.
Research Vessel Mussel Point Hourly Rate*
Effective 10/20/2017
Use requires a launch preparation fee equal to one hour per cruise at the applied rate in addition to total engine hours used.
- Rate (includes fuel, captain & deckhand) - $317/Hr
Marine Operations Labor Rate*
Effective 5/01/2019
Additional deckhand, licensed boat operator for recharge activities, excursion group leader, instructional assistance, other watercraft-related labor
- $63/Hr
Physical Plant Recharge Rate*
Effective 6/15/2017
- $68/Hr
Non-UC Tenant Space Rates
Effective 7/01/2020
Main Building
- Office Space - $42.30 sf/yr (includes reasonable use of electricity)
- Dry Laboratory Space - $42.30 sf/yr
- Wet Laboratory Space - $42.30 sf/yr (does not include seawater)
- Seawater - $0.000369 gal/yr (total gal/yr to be estimated)
- Aquariums - 50 Gal - $16.39 mo
Outside Facilities (Includes reasonable use of electricity, < 750 kwh/month)
- Greenhouse Space - $9.81 sf/yr
- Freezer/Space Storage - $19.36 sf/yr
- Dive Locker - $10.12 sf/yr
- Outside Ground Space - $10.74 sf/yr