Southern California Edison (SCE) Transmission Line Rating Remediation Gorman-Kern River 66 kV Project

The Southern California Edison Transmission Line Rating Remediation Gorman-Kern River 66 kV Project is a utility infrastructure initiative located in Kern and Los Angeles Counties, specifically east of Bakersfield. The scope of work involves rebuilding 65.3 miles of existing 66 kV subtransmission circuits. Key technical requirements include the removal and replacement of existing subtransmission towers, poles, and conductors, the installation of optical ground wire, and the modification of existing substation facilities associated with the powerline. The project is classified under NAICS code 237130. The California Public Utilities Commission approved the project on October 30, 2025, following environmental reviews conducted under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Documentation indicates that a Mitigated/Negative Declaration was prepared, addressing environmental impacts through specific mitigation measures and monitoring plans. Administrative oversight is managed by the California Public Utilities Commission in San Francisco, with Ruchita Acharya serving as the CEQA Project Manager. While environmental filing fees have been processed through the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, specific procurement details such as the contract value, solicitation number, and contract type are not provided in the current project forecast and environmental filings.