All BML recharge rates are subject to a 36.0% Non-University Differential (NUD) fee for non-University clients effective 7/01/2022.
Apply to Use BML or BMR Resources
Use this system to apply for Housing, Laboratory or Reserve resources.
- We recommend that you discuss your plans with the Reserve Research Coordinator, before application.
- Most Reserve users will also need to download and submit a signed Reserve Use Waiver.
- Also see Planning Research at BML/BMR
- Per UC policy, University-approved recharge rates include a Non-University Differential (NUD)* for all non-University users for the use of facilities, resources and/or services that operate as self-supporting activities.
- The NUD is a component of the University’s federally negotiated indirect cost rate and is applied to recover indirect costs incurred by BML when providing services to non-University users. The NUD is derived from the Total Facilities and Administration Cost Rate (F&A) charged to sponsors of contracts and grants.
- Components that are not typically utilized by outside clients, including Library, Sponsored Project Administration, and Equipment, are deducted from the F&A to arrive at the NUD.
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.
Housing and Conference Rates
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Tenant Space Rates
Note: All BML recharge rates are subject to a 36% Non-University Differential (NUD) assessment for non-University clients.
Effective 7/01/2022
Main Building
- Office Space - $44.87 sf/yr (includes reasonable use of electricity)
- Dry Laboratory Space - $44.87 sf/yr
- Wet Laboratory Space - $44.87 sf/yr (does not include seawater)
- Seawater - $0.000391 gal/yr (total gal/yr to be estimated)
- Aquariums - 50 Gal - $17.39/month
Outside Facilities (Includes reasonable use of electricity, < 750 kwh/month)
- Greenhouse Space - $10.41 sf/yr
- Freezer/Space Storage - $20.54 sf/yr
- Dive Locker - $10.74 sf/yr
- Outside Ground Space - $11.39 sf/yr
Aquatic Resources Group Recharge Rate
Effective 10/1/2022
- $73/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
- Seahorse 20’ workskiff w/ shade canopy & forward work deck, outboard + kicker
Larger Hard Hull - $225/Hr
- Sturgeon 27’ workskiff w/ enclosed cabin, aft work deck, electric davit, twin outboards
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 10/1/2022
Additional deckhand, licensed boat operator for recharge activities, excursion group leader, instructional assistance, other watercraft-related labor
- $77/Hr
Boating Safety Program Tuition Rates
Motorboat Operation Training Course & CA Course for Safe Boating
Effective 7/01/2022
*UC Rate = $1,000 per person
Physical Plant Recharge Rate
Effective 10/1/2022
- $97/Hr