RAND to Lead Regional Utility Infrastructure Study

SCAG staff recommend approving Contract 26-040-C01 with The RAND Corporation for up to $673,656 to lead the Clean and Resilient Utility Infrastructure Study in partnership with SCAG staff. The roughly two‑year engagement will produce a regional Utility Infrastructure Strategic Plan and Strategic Investment Framework supporting infill, resilience, and clean energy goals through June 30, 2028.

Scope & details

The full contract record, as filed.

Contract amount

Not to exceed $673,656

Contract type

PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES

Contract term

Notice to Proceed through June 30, 2028 (approximately 24-month study)

Renewal date

2028-06-30

Renewal

Initial award for CRUIS; no renewal options described. Contract runs through June 30, 2028, with potential carryforward of unused funds subject to future budget availability.

Document type

Agenda

Source document

Southern California Association of Governments Agenda Executive/Administration Committee Meeting 2026-09-02

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this contract, answered from the record.

Who was awarded the professional services contract by Southern California Association Of Governments?

Rand Corporation was awarded this professional services contract by Southern California Association Of Governments, as recorded on September 1, 2026. The contract value is Not to exceed $673,656.

How much is the Rand Corporation contract with Southern California Association Of Governments worth?

The Rand Corporation contract with Southern California Association Of Governments is valued at Not to exceed $673,656, covering professional services work.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Professional Services contract, documented as a agenda record, structured as a not-to-exceed (ceiling) agreement.

Where was this contract approved?

This contract appears in Southern California Association of Governments Agenda Executive/Administration Committee Meeting 2026-09-02 (Agenda), dated September 1, 2026 from Southern California Association Of Governments. Civic IQ extracts contract records directly from agency meeting documents and solicitations.

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