Opportunity
Federal Register #IC2629000
FERC Request for Comments on Information Collection FERC-725U (Mandatory Reliability Standards for Bulk Power System)
Buyer
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
Posted
August 19, 2026
Respond By
September 18, 2026
Identifier
IC2629000
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), under the Department of Energy, is seeking public input regarding the information collection FERC-725U, which relates to mandatory reliability standards for the Bulk Power System. - Government Buyer: - Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) - Department of Energy - OEMs and Vendors: - North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) (certified Electric Reliability Organization) - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured; this is a request for information and public comment - Notable Requirements: - Focus on compliance with Reliability Standard CIP-014-3 (Physical Security) - Transmission owners and operators must document compliance and maintain records for three years - Comments are requested on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection, as well as suggestions for improvement - No changes proposed to reporting or recordkeeping requirements - This is not a procurement opportunity, but a request for information and feedback from stakeholders
Description
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is soliciting public comment on the currently approved information collection FERC-725U, which pertains to Mandatory Reliability Standards for the Bulk Power System, specifically CIP Reliability Standards. There are no proposed changes to the reporting requirements. The comment period ended on July 27, 2026, with no comments received. The notice invites comments on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to enhance or minimize the burden of the information collection.