NERC Compliance Consulting

The Lansing Board of Water & Light is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified vendors to provide NERC Compliance Consulting Services, aimed at ensuring adherence to North American Electric Reliability Corporation standards for its electric operations in Michigan. The procurement is managed through an electronic bidding platform, IonWave, with proposals due by November 27, 2025. The scope of work emphasizes detailed tasks related to NERC compliance, including audits, documentation, and program development, although specific deliverables are defined within the Scope of Work document. The contract is valued between $500,000 and $2,000,000, and the project falls under NAICS code 541611, indicating a focus on administrative and management consulting services. The solicitation includes comprehensive instructions for bidders, emphasizing strict adherence to submission procedures via IonWave, including mandatory attachments, file size limits, and the use of digital signatures. The Terms and Conditions document establishes the contractual framework, covering responsibilities such as confidentiality, professional quality, and payment processes, with invoices managed through the InvoiceWorks platform. While the documents outline bid response procedures, evaluation criteria, and proposal organization, they do not specify detailed evaluation factors, weights, or a formal basis for award, leaving the selection process flexible at the discretion of BWL. The procurement process is supported by various tutorials and guides to assist suppliers in navigating the electronic submission system, ensuring clarity in bid preparation and submission. No specific FAR contract clauses, special contractual requirements, or post-award performance standards are explicitly included in the available documentation, focusing instead on the procedural and compliance aspects of the bidding process.