Description
The Northern Wasco County People’s Utility District (NWCPUD) in Oregon is seeking a qualified consulting firm to provide NERC compliance services for a 24‑month period. The work is divided into three phases: (1) an initial assessment and development of a NERC compliance program document (not‑to‑exceed amount), (2) remediation of identified gaps (priced via hourly labor rates), and (3) ongoing compliance support (fixed annual fee). Deliverables include a registration analysis memo, standards applicability matrix, compliance calendar, program manual/document, gap assessment, and ongoing audit support. No on‑site work is anticipated; all activities are virtual/remote. The solicitation is open to firms with at least five years of experience advising electric utilities on NERC standards, especially within the Western Interconnection, and requires adherence to insurance and indemnity provisions. The contract may be renewed for an additional year after the initial term.
• Phase 1: Assessment, gap analysis, and creation of a NERC compliance program document.
• Phase 2: Remediation of gaps using contractor‑provided hourly rates.
• Phase 3: Annual fixed‑price support for audit preparation, regulatory monitoring, and ongoing documentation.
• Contract length: 24 months (potential 1‑year renewal).
• Mandatory pre‑proposal conference on October 26, 2026 (virtual).