Retain a Rate Case Consultant Service

The Connecticut government authority located in New Britain is seeking a rate case consultant to examine rate design issues and analyze utility applications. The agency needs to solve the problem of evaluating the acceptability and reasonableness of proposed revenue recovery mechanisms, rate designs, and cost of service studies. The selected consultant will review proposed rates and tariffs, evaluate the distribution of proposed revenue increases across rate divisions, and develop rates to generate the recommended revenue requirement. The scope of work covers conducting class cost of service studies, forecasting revenue and customer statistics, and analyzing bill impacts. The consultant will also examine time-varying rates and low-income discount rates as applicable. Additionally, the project requires the preparation of typical bills under the proposed rates and an evaluation of whether the applicant's cost of service study is an appropriate basis for calculating class revenue responsibility. Eligibility is limited to onshore United States organizations. The agency requires the performance of all work to be conducted offsite. Bidders must submit their proposals digitally via email or online, and the agency is currently looking for proposals to determine the budget. The agency has scheduled a pre-bid meeting for June 15, 2026. Bidders must submit all questions regarding this opportunity no later than June 17, 2026. The evaluation criteria will focus on the consultant's ability to analyze the acceptability of the proposed revenue recovery mechanisms and develop the recommended rate designs.