# Delaware My Market Place #STA26-PSCSTR

Consulting Services for Delaware Public Service Commission Structure Review

**Posted:** September 15, 2026
**Respond By:** October 16, 2026
**Identifier:** STA26-PSCSTR
**NAICS:** 541618, 541690

This opportunity is for professional consulting services to review and analyze the structure and operations of the Delaware Public Service Commission (PSC).
- Government Buyer:
  - Delaware Department of State
  - Delaware Public Service Commission
  - Office: Public Service Commission
- Scope of Services:
  - Comprehensive study of PSC structure, commissioner term lengths, qualifications, and number of commissioners
  - Analysis of staff roles, optimal use of PSC staff, and recommended changes
  - Review of commissioner appointment process, geographic residency, and whether commissioners should serve part-time or full-time
  - Examination of PSC's role in strategic planning, energy policy, economic development, and environmental issues
  - Assessment of best practices from other state utility commissions
  - Stakeholder interviews to inform recommendations
  - Evaluation of artificial intelligence use and interactions with sister agencies
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Professional consulting services (no hardware or product part numbers)
  - Delivery of a comprehensive report with findings and recommendations
- Unique Requirements:
  - Consultant must have relevant experience, Delaware licensure, and insurance
  - Pricing must remain fixed through the specified period
  - Contract term is one year with an optional one-year extension
- No OEMs or specific vendors are mentioned; opportunity is open to qualified consulting firms.

### Description

The State of Delaware Department of State is seeking professional consultant services to conduct a study reviewing the structure of the Public Service Commission and its staff. The study will examine commissioner term length, qualifications, the Commission's role in strategic planning, and the best use of PSC staff. It will also consider whether commissioners should serve part-time or full-time, geographic residency, appointment process, number of commissioners, and recommended changes to PSC staff. The study aims to include analysis of the current PSC structure, best practices from other state utility commissions, and interviews with interested parties to determine potential changes to the Delaware PSC organizational structure.

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