Description
The Department of Natural Resources is seeking a contractor to provide technical assistance in electrical generation and transmission, including economic studies and support. The contractor will be responsible for providing expertise in electric utility economics, including knowledge of power plant design and operation, electric system reliability and stability, and evaluation of socioeconomic impacts of proposed facilities. The contractor will also be required to maintain a substantial presence in or near the State of Maryland during the term of the contract. The contract will be for a period of five years, with a fixed price and indefinite quantity. The contractor will be required to provide monthly status and project activity reports, as well as semi-annual project highlights and summary reports. Some key tasks include:
• Identifying important issues related to electric utility economics
• Designing a program of study to address these issues
• Implementing studies and evaluating results
• Presenting conclusions and providing technical expertise to the Power Plant Research Program (PPRP)
• Maintaining flexibility to address emerging issues and allocate staff as needed
• Providing program support and coordinating with other contractors and stakeholders
• Preparing and presenting testimony for hearings and adjudicatory proceedings