How to bid on Vermont Gas rate analysis for the Public Service Department

What the agency is buying

The Vermont Department of Public Service seeks a consultant to review Vermont Gas Systems, Inc.’s forthcoming cost-of-service base-rate filing. The work includes reviewing cost of service, cost of capital, capital structure, and proposed return on equity; expert witness services are also noted.

This professional-services RFP may suit firms with relevant utility rate-analysis expertise and the ability to provide expert witness services.

Key date and deadline

The RFP was published October 9, 2026. Responses are due November 6, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET.

Follow the posting’s directions and submit before the deadline. The provided information does not specify what happens after the closing time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is relevant to consulting firms that can assess utility cost-of-service and rate filings, including cost of capital, capital structure, and return on equity. Firms should also consider whether they can provide expert witness services, which are noted in the solicitation summary.

How to find the posting and respond

Click “View original source” to open the bid preview on the Vermont Business Registry & Bid System; no login is needed to view it. Read the posting for the description, work location, and instructions for obtaining the bid documents. Documents typically come from the listed contact, Chelsea Vilord, at (802) 828-2811.

Respond as the posting directs before November 6, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET. Registering on the Vermont Business Registry is free and also provides notifications about future Vermont bids.

Prepare a focused response

Explain how your team would review each area named in the RFP: cost of service, cost of capital, capital structure, and return on equity. Tie your proposed approach and relevant experience directly to those tasks.

If proposing expert witness services, clearly describe the relevant experience and who would perform that work. Check the bid documents and posting for the required response format, submission method, and any other instructions, and leave time to confirm that your response is complete before submitting.