Perform and Manage Utility Regulatory Asset Depreciation Studies Services

The Arkansas Public Service Commission in Little Rock, Arkansas, is seeking an experienced consulting firm to manage and perform utility regulatory asset depreciation studies. The agency needs to address the complexity, magnitude, and software costs associated with performing these studies for electric, gas, and water rate cases. While agency staff will continue to perform the majority of the work in regulatory proceedings, the agency requires external expert assistance to ensure the adequate protection of the public interest. The scope of work covers performing and managing utility depreciation studies for regulatory rate-making purposes. The selected contractor must also provide additional analysis, evaluation, and professional opinions regarding utility assets and depreciation issues as required. The agency requires the partner to possess access to power plan or proprietary software capable of performing these depreciation studies. Bidders must be onshore United States organizations to be eligible for this opportunity. The agency will allow the selected contractor to perform all work offsite. Bidders must submit their proposals digitally via email or through the online portal. The agency is looking for proposals to determine the budget for this project. The contract period will span one year. Bidders must submit all questions regarding this opportunity no later than June 15, 2026.