FY26-144 University of Wisconsin course - National Electrical Safety Code course

The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System was awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract by the Illinois Commerce Commission's Springfield Office on October 27, 2026, with a completion date of October 29, 2026. The contract value is $3,390.00 and covers the delivery of two seats in the University of Wisconsin's National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) course, an instructional offering developed in partnership with the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). This four-day interactive training program focuses on the 2023 updates to the NESC and is designed to equip engineers with competencies in interpreting and applying critical code provisions related to clearance, grounding, and mechanical loading requirements.

The curriculum addresses the practical application of NESC standards across overhead, underground, and supply station electrical systems, with emphasis on design, construction, and maintenance integration. Training objectives include navigating legal responsibilities and compliance strategies to minimize liability and enhance safety outcomes in utility and communication systems. The contract represents a standard terms and conditions engagement under State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office guidelines, incorporating mandatory provisions for payment processing under the Illinois Prompt Payment Act, record retention requirements, insurance coverage standards, and compliance with applicable state equal opportunity and freedom of information regulations.