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DAS On-Behalf Of

CONSULTANT SERVICES- UTILITY WILDFIRE LIABILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY EXPERT STUDY

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: state_or_oregonbuys__S-DASOBO-00015911

Federal opportunity from AGENCY - State Agency | 86000 - Public Utility Commission • DAS On-Behalf Of. Place of performance: OR. Response deadline: Mar 27, 2026.

Market snapshot

Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).

12-month awarded value
$546,655,675
Sector total $546,655,675 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$97,181
P10–P90
$33,967$992,402
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
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100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($546,655,675)
Deal sizing
$97,181 median
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Place of performance
Rich Palmer 201 High St SE, Suite 100 Salem, OR 97301 US Email: Rich.Palmer@puc.oregon.gov Phone: (503) 551-8745
State: OR
Contracting office
Not listed

Point of Contact

Not available

Agency & Office

Department
DAS On-Behalf Of
Agency
AGENCY - State Agency | 86000 - Public Utility Commission
Subagency
AGENCY - State Agency | 86000 - Public Utility Commission
Office
Kaliska King | Contact is Kaliska King, Kaliska.king@das.oregon.gov, 503-798-1907 | Rich.Palmer@puc.oregon.gov | (503) 551-8745
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

CONSULTANT SERVICES- UTILITY WILDFIRE LIABILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY EXPERT STUDY The Agency seeks a qualified expert consultant to develop and deliver an expert study on public policy options to address utility wildfire liability that encourages utility accountability while balancing impacts to utility customer rates and service, property insurance costs, wildfire victim recovery, and the need for low-cost capital to support the states planned economic development and clean energy goals.

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BidPulsar Analysis

A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.

Updated: Feb 22, 2026
Executive summary

The State Agency, specifically the Public Utility Commission, is seeking a qualified consultant for a study on utility wildfire liability, with a response deadline of March 27, 2026. The study aims to explore public policy options that promote utility accountability while addressing customer rates, property insurance costs, and wildfire victim recovery. This opportunity presents a significant chance for experts in public policy and utility regulation to contribute to Oregon's clean energy goals.

What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer aims to engage an expert consultant to produce a study that evaluates policy approaches to alleviate utility wildfire liability while maintaining reasonable impacts on utility customer rates, insurance costs, and recovery options for wildfire victims.

Work breakdown
  • Conduct research on current wildfire liability laws and regulations.
  • Analyze potential public policy options regarding utility accountability.
  • Evaluate the impacts of these options on customer rates and insurance costs.
  • Draft and deliver a comprehensive report with recommendations.
  • Engage stakeholders to gather input throughout the study.
Response package checklist
  • Company profile and experience in utility studies.
  • Proposed methodology for conducting the study.
  • Staff qualifications and relevant experience.
  • Proposed timeline for project completion.
  • Cost proposal with pricing structure.
Suggested keywords
Utility wildfire liabilityexpert consultantpublic policy studyutility accountabilityeconomic development
Source coverage notes

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  • Detailed project budget expectations or limits.
  • Specific qualifications or certifications required for bidders.
  • Any restrictions on teaming arrangements or subcontractors.
  • More context on the previous studies or frameworks used in this field.
  • Stakeholder groups identified for potential engagement during the study.

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