Distribution Capital Reliability Spending Expert Service

The government authority located in Columbus, Ohio, requires an independent contractor to provide distribution capital reliability spending expert services. The agency is seeking to solve the problem of analyzing and evaluating complex distribution reliability background materials, utility filings, and other party submittals in an active proceeding. This initiative addresses distribution reliability metrics, distribution capital spending, grid modernization spending, and distribution capital planning. The scope of work covers reviewing and critiquing the utility's proposed multi-year distribution and grid modernization capital spending, including the utility's application, work papers, and supporting testimonies. The selected contractor must also review and critique the agency staff's proposed distribution capital spending in their Report of Investigation, prepare objections to the staff report, and draft written direct and rebuttal testimony. The contractor must present this testimony at hearings, incorporating appropriate distribution reliability capital investments and supporting schedules. Eligible bidders must perform all work offsite and must be located onshore within the United States. The agency is requesting proposals to determine the budget for this one-year contract. Bidders must submit all questions regarding this opportunity no later than June 8, 2026.