Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-09301
Regulatory Notice: Continued Operation of Balch Hydroelectric Project by Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Buyer
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
Posted
May 11, 2026
Identifier
2026-09301
NAICS
221111
This notice from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), part of the Department of Energy, addresses the continued operation of the Balch Hydroelectric Project No. 175: - Government Buyer: - Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Department of Energy - OEMs and Vendors: - Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is the sole entity mentioned, serving as the licensee and operator - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - No part numbers, quantities, or technical equipment are specified - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The notice is strictly regulatory, authorizing PG&E to continue operating the Balch Hydroelectric Project under an annual license - The license is effective until a new license is issued or another disposition occurs - No bids, proposals, or procurement actions are requested - Place of Performance: - The Balch Hydroelectric Project location in the United States (no specific address provided)
Description
This notice pertains to the authorization for continued operation of the Balch Hydroelectric Project No. 175 by Pacific Gas and Electric Company. The license for the project was issued for a period ending April 30, 2026, and an annual license is issued effective May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027, or until a new license is issued or other disposition occurs. The notice outlines the regulatory framework under the Federal Power Act and the conditions under which the project may continue operation. It is published by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission under the Department of Energy.