OPC S260016 Analysis of Transmission Costs and Rate Impacts

The Maryland Office of People’s Counsel (OPC) is an independent state agency dedicated to representing the interests of residential and noncommercial utility consumers before the Maryland Public Service Commission and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Its authority encompasses participating in all proceedings related to utility regulation, including discovery, motions, hearings, and appeals, as outlined in Public Utilities Article §§ 2-204 and 2-205. Following legislative changes enacted after the 2021 session, OPC’s scope has expanded to incorporate considerations of environmental interests and the state's progress toward greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals. This broader mandate underscores OPC’s commitment to integrating environmental sustainability into its utility oversight functions. The current procurement, titled "OPC S260016 Analysis of Transmission Costs and Rate Impacts," seeks to engage Subject Matter Experts to assist in evaluating the financial and rate implications of various transmission projects within Maryland. The solicitation, posted on October 3, 2025, with a response deadline of October 23, 2025, is open to qualified firms under a contract value ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000. The project emphasizes technical expertise, quality of issue or policy identification, and cost competitiveness as key evaluation criteria. Interested parties are directed to submit proposals via email, with contact details provided for further inquiries. The contract aims to support OPC’s analytical efforts in assessing transmission costs and their impact on ratepayers, aligning with the agency’s expanded environmental and utility oversight responsibilities.