Utilities Privatization - Privatization of the Electric Utility System at Norfolk Naval Shipyard, VA

The DLA Energy, in conjunction with the United States Navy, is seeking to privatize the Electric Distribution utility system at Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Virginia. The selected contractor will be responsible for owning, operating, and maintaining the system, as well as providing utility services to the government. The contract will be for a period of 50 years. The contractor will be required to fund all capital investments, including renewals and replacements, and will be responsible for environmental compliance, maintenance costs, and major system renovations. • The contractor will be required to provide a detailed plan for the operation and maintenance of the system, including a schedule for renewals and replacements. • The contractor will be required to provide a plan for addressing any system deficiencies, including initial system deficiency corrections, upgrades, and connection charges. • The contractor will be required to provide a plan for the transition period, including any necessary training and support for government personnel. • The contractor will be required to provide a plan for recovering the purchase price of the system, including a schedule for amortizing the purchase price over the contract period.