Power Repayment Study (PRS) Software and Support utilized by the Power Marketing Rates Divisions of WAPA.

The Western Area Power Administration, under the Department of Energy, is forecasting a contract for software and support services related to the Power Repayment Study (PRS) system, which is critical to the operations of its Power Marketing Rates Divisions. This effort is classified under NAICS code 511210, indicating it involves software publishing and related activities, and is targeted toward small business participation without a specific set-aside designation. The contract will provide ongoing technical support and maintenance for the PRS software used to analyze and manage power repayment obligations, ensuring accurate rate setting and financial compliance across WAPA’s regional power marketing operations. Performance of the contract is expected to be centered in Colorado, though no specific city or zip code is listed, suggesting the work may be conducted remotely or at multiple locations tied to WAPA’s infrastructure. The primary point of contact for small business outreach and procurement inquiries are two Small Business Program Managers reachable via email through the WAPA domain. The forecast was posted on August 10, 2026, indicating this is a pre-solicitation notice allowing potential vendors time to prepare proposals, with no formal solicitation number yet assigned. The contract will focus on sustaining and improving the PRS software environment to support WAPA’s regulatory and financial reporting obligations related to power sales and repayment schedules.