OPC S270007 BGE Rate Case

The Maryland Office of the People's Counsel is requesting proposals for expert consulting and testimony services to support its position in Baltimore Gas and Electric Company's electric base rate case (PSC Case Number 9888), with proposals due July 29, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EST.

The scope includes reviewing BGE's application, testimony, exhibits, workpapers, and discovery responses; assisting in discovery and issue identification; developing recommended adjustments and policy positions; preparing direct, rebuttal, and surrebuttal testimony and exhibits; assisting OPC counsel in hearing preparation; supporting settlement discussions and briefing; and providing technical analysis or review to support OPC's public communications regarding the case. The contractor's designated personnel identified in the technical proposal must remain assigned to the account for the contract term unless no longer employed.

Compensation shall not exceed the amount specified in the contract, covering labor and expenses. Monthly invoices must detail work performed with dates and hours by personnel and labor category, and travel expenses must conform to Maryland State standard regulations. The contract is effective upon execution and continues until services are completed, with OPC retaining the unilateral right to extend for up to three additional successive one-year calendar terms. All work product, documents, and intellectual property created become the sole property of OPC.

Selected contractors must be registered with the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation as a business licensed and in good standing to conduct business in Maryland. Contractors must execute State of Maryland affidavits regarding campaign contributions, drug policy, tax payment, debarment, and discrimination. Evaluation criteria are Technical Expertise (40%), Quality of Issue or Policy Identification (40%), and Price (20%). Proposals must be submitted on firm letterhead and signed by an officer, partner, or proprietor to OPC.RFP1@maryland.gov. Questions should be directed to OPC Procurement Officer Sarah DeMaio at Sarah.DeMaio@maryland.gov or 410-767-8155.