Due Diligence Notice of Intent Consulting Services assist DPU setting maximum involuntary tow rates

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through its Department of Public Utilities, is posting a Due Diligence Notice of Intent to obtain a best‑value consulting offer to review and validate two revisions to the department’s maximum involuntary tow‑rate formula. The contractor will reproduce the department’s calculations, assess the reasonableness of assumptions, compare with external benchmarks, and produce interim and final findings memoranda. The effort is fixed‑price at $20,000 and expected to be completed within seven weeks after award. • Review and reproduce revised tow‑rate calculations (management costs and storage‑revenue adjustment). • Assess assumptions, methodology, and comparability to other jurisdictions using GAO cost‑estimating guidance. • Deliver interim review, draft findings memorandum, and final findings memorandum within a 7‑week schedule.