This contract is a professional‑services engagement to evaluate Alaska Energy Authority’s existing energy‑efficiency program portfolio and to identify financing needs for the Alaska Affordable Energy Strategy (AkAES) study area. The awardee will conduct data collection, program performance analysis, develop a high‑level economic forecasting model, devise implementation strategies, and produce policy‑option impact estimates for legislative consideration.
• Scope includes four phases: data collection, forecasting, strategy development, and policy recommendations, with deliverables such as an Excel catalogue, literature review, final report, PowerPoint deck, and monthly progress reports.
• The contract is a fixed‑price, firm‑priced professional‑services agreement valued between $100‑$150 K, with month‑to‑month extensions possible and a 90‑day proposal validity requirement.
• Preferences are offered for Alaska‑based bidders, veterans, and offerors, but joint ventures are prohibited; subcontractors must be pre‑approved.