Hawaii eProcurement Portal #P27000040

Hawaii PUC Seeks Advisory Services for Strategic Energy Evaluation Report (SECURE HI)

The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission, under the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, is seeking advisory services to develop a comprehensive strategic energy report (SECURE HI) for the state. - Government Buyer: - State of Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC), Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs - Scope of Work: - Advisory services to draft a strategic evaluation report on energy costs, uncertainties, and risks in Hawaii - Analysis of energy generation and storage technologies - Evaluation of viable energy pathways and actionable recommendations - Propose legislative actions to support state energy goals - Deliver preliminary and final reports to the Commission - Facilitate and participate in working group meetings and legislative briefings - Deliverables: - Preliminary report - Final report - Participation in quarterly working groups and annual legislative briefings - Contract Details: - 24-month initial term with possible 12-month extension - Annual budget of $450,000, total contract value $900,000 - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Hawaii bidder preference - Detailed billing and travel guidelines - Submission through the HIePRO system - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified advisory firms

Description

The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission issues this Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit bids from qualified advisors to draft a report providing a strategic evaluation of costs, uncertainties, and risks for energy in Hawaii, known as SECURE HI, pursuant to SCR172 SD1 HD1 and addressing HR194 HD1 and SR163 SD1. The advisor will conduct a comprehensive analysis to maximize cost reduction and minimize financial risk to Hawaii residents while meeting state goals. The contract includes delivering preliminary and final reports to the Commission in advance of legislative deadlines and participating in working group meetings with state agencies, regulators, stakeholders, and legislators. The contract term is 24 months with a possible 12-month extension, and the budget is $450,000 per year, totaling $900,000.

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