Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon
OR20260070 (Rev 1)Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 23, 2026Oregon • Josephine
Rate
Base $53.94Fringe $16.81
Rate
Base $47.04Fringe $21.84
+29 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
CONSULTANT SERVICES- UTILITY WILDFIRE LIABILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY EXPERT STUDY
Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: state_or_oregonbuys__S-DASOBO-00015911
Department • DAS On-Behalf OfAgency • AGENCY - State Agency | 86000 - Public Utility CommissionState • ORPosted • —Due • Mar 27, 2026, 03:00 PM UTC• Expired
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
$7,094,851,529
Sector total $7,094,851,529 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$229,838
P10–P90
$30,957–$1,277,308
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($7,094,851,529)
Deal sizing
$229,838 median
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Live POP
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
Applicable Wage Determinations
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
OR20260070 (Rev 1)Published Jan 23, 2026Oregon • Josephine
Rate
Base $53.94Fringe $16.81
Rate
Base $47.04Fringe $21.84
Rate
Base $56.66Fringe $16.90
+28 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
OR20260011 (Rev 1)Published Jan 23, 2026Oregon • Lake, Malheur, Morrow +6
Rate
Base $36.27Fringe $14.03
Rate
Base $33.48Fringe $14.03
Rate
Base $41.67Fringe $19.08
+20 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
OR20260007 (Rev 1)Published Jan 23, 2026Oregon • Klamath
Rate
Base $36.27Fringe $14.03
Rate
Base $33.48Fringe $14.03
Rate
Base $33.41Fringe $18.20
+16 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
OR20260006 (Rev 1)Published Jan 23, 2026Oregon • Josephine
Rate
Base $33.41Fringe $18.20
Rate
Base $54.75Fringe $16.90
Rate
Base $53.60Fringe $16.90
+15 more occupation rates in this WD
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
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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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.
Utility wildfire liabilityexpert consultantpublic policy studyutility accountabilityeconomic development
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.
Who should pursue this
- Consultants with expertise in utility regulation and wildfire policy.
- Firms with experience in public policy analysis.
- Organizations specializing in economic development and clean energy issues.
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.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Ensure compliance with Oregon state procurement regulations.
- Follow any specific guidelines detailed in the linked attachments.
Pricing strategy
- Consider fixed pricing based on deliverables rather than hourly rates.
- Account for potential costs related to stakeholder engagement.
Teaming and subs
- Partner with local experts in Oregon's utility landscape.
- Engage with firms that have conducted similar studies in other jurisdictions.
Risks and watchouts
- Changes in utility regulation could impact the study parameters.
- Stakeholder opposition to proposed policy options may arise.
Smart questions to ask
- What specific delivery formats are expected for the study findings?
- Are there any particular stakeholders the agency wishes to engage during the study?
- What is the breadth of the policy analysis expected?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- 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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