25NC0960 Energy Industry and Public Utilities Related Training Services

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Energy Industry and Public Utilities Related Training Services, with proposals due June 4, 2026, by 11:00 AM Pacific Time. This procurement targets San Francisco County and San Francisco City jurisdictions and seeks qualified training providers to deliver specialized instruction across 34 identified topic areas, including utility regulation, electric and gas transmission, energy storage, ratemaking, renewable energy economics, and wildfire mitigation. Training must be delivered through multiple formats including synchronous virtual instruction, asynchronous on-demand options, in-person classroom instruction, and e-learning capabilities to CPUC staff. Minimum qualifications require contractors to demonstrate five years of experience in energy industry or public utilities training and maintain recognized industry expertise. Contractors must maintain Workers Compensation, Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), and Professional Liability ($1,000,000 per claim) insurance. Multiple contractors may be awarded for different training courses, with each course evaluated independently, allowing bidders to submit proposals for specific courses rather than all 34 offerings. Pricing is submitted on a per-attendee basis through the provided Cost Sheet, with contractors responsible for all travel, accommodation, and facility costs at no additional expense to CPUC; the contract period is three years with potential amendments for additional funding at the same rates.

The solicitation includes Small Business (SB) preferences of five percent and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentives ranging from one to five percent, with maximum combined incentives not exceeding $100,000; DVBE participation is not mandatory, though agencies are encouraged to meet a three percent DVBE participation goal. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation documents. Award will be determined based on the lowest responsible bid, with an intent to award notice posted on Cal eProcure for five working days prior to final award, and a public bid opening scheduled for the submission deadline. Compensation is based on rates specified in the Cost Sheet and invoiced monthly in arrears upon delivery and acceptance of training; no specific contract value is stated, as compensation varies based on per-course pricing and departmental training needs. Funding is contingent upon state budget appropriations, and the state reserves the right to cancel or modify the solicitation prior to bid submission. All rates quoted by bidders remain binding for the entire three-year term of the agreement.