Bradley Project Management Committee (BPMC) Legal Services

The State of Alaska, through the Alaska Energy Authority, is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 26067 for comprehensive legal services to support the Bradley Lake Project Management Committee (BPMC). The BPMC oversees the 120-megawatt Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project, an asset owned by the Alaska Energy Authority and operated in partnership with several electric associations and the City of Seward. The selected legal provider will be responsible for governance, inter-utility coordination, asset management, and regulatory compliance, specifically within the frameworks of RCA, FERC, and NEPA. Key deliverables include attending BPMC meetings, drafting and negotiating contracts and policies, and managing public records requests. The contract is scheduled to begin on April 1, 2026, and end on June 30, 2029, with options for two additional one-year renewals for a total potential duration of five years. Proposals are due by March 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Evaluation will be based on the firm's experience with public sector or energy clients, the credentials of key personnel, the proposed performance strategy, and the competitiveness of rates. While a price estimate is not required with the initial proposal, the selected offeror must provide one within one business day of a request. Compliance requirements include certification regarding debarment and suspension, Alaska licensing and registration, and ethics certifications for any former public officers included in the team.