Federal Register #Project No. 2742-040

Solicitation for Scientific Study Requests for Solomon Gulch Hydroelectric Project Relicensing

This opportunity involves the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), part of the Department of Energy, seeking input for the relicensing of the Solomon Gulch Hydroelectric Project operated by Copper Valley Electric Association, Inc. (CVEA) in Valdez, Alaska. - Government Buyer: - Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Department of Energy - Project Overview: - Solomon Gulch Hydroelectric Project includes a reservoir, dam, saddle dike, spillway, intake pipes, steel penstocks, powerhouse with two Francis-type turbine/generator units (totaling 12 MW), substation, 110-mile transmission line, tailrace, water supply pipes to hatchery, and other facilities - Uses stored water from Solomon Lake to generate electricity for the Copper River Basin area - Products/Services Requested: - Two Francis-type turbine/generator units (12 MW total) - Scientific studies to support environmental analysis for relicensing - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Solicitation is for study requests from resource agencies, Indian Tribes, and interested parties - Minimum water flow requirements for fish protection - Proposed changes to project boundary (removal/addition of land parcels) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; focus is on regulatory and scientific study phase - This is a regulatory solicitation for environmental studies, not a procurement of equipment or services at this stage.

Description

Copper Valley Electric Association has filed an application for a new major license for the Solomon Gulch Hydroelectric Project located in Valdez, Alaska. The project includes a reservoir, dam, powerhouse with two turbine/generator units totaling 12 MW capacity, transmission line, and other facilities. The notice solicits additional study requests and establishes a procedural schedule for relicensing, including deadlines for filing final amendments. The project operates using stored water from Solomon Lake to supply energy to the Copper River Basin area.

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