Emergency Response & Restoration Planning

The contract seeks the development of detailed protocols for managing power shutoffs, restoring electrical service, and coordinating tightly with emergency management agencies during Public Safety Power Shutoff events. These protocols must ensure rapid, safe, and efficient response procedures that prioritize public safety while minimizing disruption during high-risk wildfire or extreme weather conditions. The work requires clear operational guidance for utility personnel, standardized communication frameworks with local and state emergency responders, and procedures for real-time decision-making under pressure. This subcontract, posted by the Colorado Public Utilities Commission under NAICS code 541618, is open for response until June 26, 2026. The effort is focused on enhancing statewide resilience by formalizing industry best practices for PSPS events, with performance expected to align with Colorado’s emergency preparedness standards. While no specific location is designated, the outcomes will support statewide implementation across utility service areas under the commission’s jurisdiction.