Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Annual NERC Computer Based Training Platform Subscription

The Western Area Power Administration is seeking to negotiate a sole source contract with Northwest Power Pool for an annual subscription to their NERC Computer Based Training platform. The training is specific to the Sierra Nevada Region's footprint and is required for dispatchers to maintain their NERC certification. The contract will be for a base year plus four option years. The training provided by Western Power Pool is proprietary and specific to the Western Interconnect, and there are no other entities that provide similar training that meets the agency's needs. • The contract is for a Computer Based Training platform subscription • The training is specific to the Sierra Nevada Region's footprint • The contract will be for a base year plus four option years • The training is required for dispatchers to maintain their NERC certification • The contract value is not specified, but it is for 25 trainees annually