Bradley Lake Hydropower Project Operator

The Alaska Energy Authority issued RFP 18043 to select a contractor to assume full operation, maintenance, and repair responsibilities for the 120 MW Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project beginning 1 Jan 2019. The contract runs from August 2018 through Dec 2024 (initial five‑year term) with options for successive five‑year renewals. The awardee must provide a Turn‑over Plan, an Operating Plan, and manage subcontractors while complying with FERC licensing, state regulations, and AEA’s safety and reporting requirements. Compensation is structured via a combination of fixed‑price, cost‑plus, or time‑and‑materials rates, with preference discounts for Alaska‑registered businesses. • Operate and maintain the powerhouse, dam, transmission lines, airstrip, housing, and associated infrastructure. • Deliver detailed turnover and operating plans, coordinate with the Bradley Project Management Committee and utility purchasers, and maintain SCADA and data security. • Provide annual operating budgets, invoice monthly, and meet an operating reserve equal to 20 % of operating expenses.