This contract is for a consultant to assist the West Virginia Public Service Commission with various issues, including utility finance, accounting, and regulatory matters. The consultant will provide expert advice and services to the Commission, and will be required to have a minimum of 10 years of experience in a related field. The contract has a term of one year, with the option to renew for up to three successive one-year periods. The contract value is estimated to be based on an hourly rate of $121.00, with a total estimated value of $108,900.00 for 900 hours of work.
Some key aspects of this contract include:
• The consultant will be required to evaluate complex case issues and provide expert advice to the Commission.
• The consultant will be required to have knowledge of the Commission's policies, rules, and regulations, as well as case history.
• The consultant will be required to prepare reports and analyze data related to financial and economic impacts of cases pending before the Commission.
• The consultant will be required to attend weekly decision meetings and assist the Commission in reaching decisions on cases.
• The consultant will be required to have a working knowledge of issues pending or decided by FERC, FCC, and regional regulatory groups.