POWER COST EQUALIZATION DATA MODELING

What is this notice about?

The Regulatory Commission of Alaska is looking for a contractor to build standard data models that help it review and calculate Power Cost Equalization (PCE) levels for rural electric utilities. PCE is a program that helps lower electricity costs in rural Alaska. This is a Request for Information (RFI), and interested vendors must send a written response by October 12.

Why was this notice issued?

The Regulatory Commission of Alaska needs outside help to make its Power Cost Equalization review and approval process faster and more reliable. It issued Request for Information (RFI) 270000001 to hear from interested vendors.

What action is being taken?

The Commission seeks a contractor to develop standardized, configurable utility data models. The work also includes setting up lasting procedures and secure access systems. The goal is accurate, timely yearly non-fuel and periodic fuel cost calculations for all participating regulated and non-regulated rural electric utilities. Total spending is not expected to go over $100,000.00, and all work is to be finished by Friday, August 27, 2027.

Who is involved: Regulatory Commission of Alaska; regulated and non-regulated rural electric utilities that take part in Power Cost Equalization; vendors with experience in financial modeling for public utilities.

How can the public respond?

Respond by Mon, Oct 12, 2026 This deadline has passed.

“Monday October 12, at 05:00 p.m. AKST”

Ways to respond

Written response The notice does not give a submission address. See the Direct Link to RFI in the notice, or contact the procurement officer at AUGUSTINA.SANCHEZ@ALASKA.GOV or (907) 465-4609.

What to include

Refer to RFI 270000001. Responses must be in writing. Vendors must have at least one year of experience providing financial modeling for public utilities.

Contact

Augustina Sanchez, Procurement Officer
Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development / Regulatory Commission of Alaska
AUGUSTINA.SANCHEZ@ALASKA.GOV
(907) 465-4609

Will there be public meetings?

The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.

Key dates

Sep 14, 2026: Notice published
Oct 12, 2026: Written responses due by 5:00 p.m. AKST
Aug 27, 2027: All requested work is to be completed

Original notice text

RFI 270000001 POWER COST EQUALIZATION DATA MODELING Direct Link to RFI The Regulatory Commission of Alaska (Commission) seeks a contractor to develop standardized, configurable utility data models that will facilitate timely and accurate reviewing and calculating of Power Cost Equalization (PCE) levels across regulated and non-regulated rural electric utilities. The work will include establishing sustainable procedures and secure access systems, to ensure accurate, timely annual non-fuel and periodic fuel cost calculations for all participating utilities. These services will streamline the Commissions PCE review and approval process, improve data reliability, and strengthen internal controls. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Vendor must have a minimum of one year of experience specific to providing financial modeling for public utilities. ANTICIPATED BUDGET: Total spend is not expected to exceed $100,000.00 for the completion of the work. ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE: All requested work is to be completed by Friday, August 27, 2027. Interested parties must submit a written response by Monday October 12, at 05:00 p.m. AKST. PROCUREMENT OFFICER: AUGUSTINA SANCHEZ PHONE: (907) 465-4609 EMAIL: AUGUSTINA.SANCHEZ@ALASKA.GOV

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