Sierra Club RFI to Kentucky Power Company - Mitchell Plant Cooling Tower Case 2026-00001
Muhlenberg County Water DistrictUtility District · Greenville, KY- Due
- Mar 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 20, 2026
- Primary contact
- Joe Childers
- (859) 253-9824
The 30-second brief
The Sierra Club is requesting information from Kentucky Power Company regarding Case No. 2026-00001 before the Kentucky Public Service Commission. The request concerns the electronic application for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to construct a mechanical draft cooling tower at the Mitchell Plant, along with associated regulatory and accounting treatments. Specific data requests cover revenue requirement calculations, capital structures, replacement capacity and energy cost forecasts, environmental compliance costs (ELG Rules), and coal-to-gas conversion analyses. Responses are required in electronic format (PDF/Excel) and must be submitted to counsel Joe Childers, Nathaniel Shoaff, and Kristin Henry. The document was issued on March 20, 2026.
Electronic responses, Workpapers in native Excel format with formulas intact
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Summary
The Sierra Club is requesting information from Kentucky Power Company regarding Case No. 2026-00001 before the Kentucky Public Service Commission.
The request concerns the electronic application for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to construct a mechanical draft cooling tower at the Mitchell Plant, along with associated regulatory and accounting treatments. Specific data requests cover revenue requirement calculations, capital structures, replacement capacity and energy cost forecasts, environmental compliance costs (ELG Rules), and coal-to-gas conversion analyses. Responses are required in electronic format (PDF/Excel) and must be submitted to counsel Joe Childers, Nathaniel Shoaff, and Kristin Henry. The document was issued on March 20, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Electronic responses, Workpapers in native Excel format with formulas intact
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Coon Exhibit NMC-1
- Coon Exhibit NMC-2
- Malone Exhibit SPM-2
- Most recent depreciation study for Mitchell plant
- Most recent RFP for new generating resources
- Scope location
- Lexington, KY
- Reported agency
- Kentucky Public Service Commission
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI from Muhlenberg County Water District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 20, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Joe Childers.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including Muhlenberg County Water District in KY, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFI submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Joe Childers at (859) 253-9824. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Electronic responses, Workpapers in native Excel format with formulas intact. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFI?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Coon Exhibit NMC-1, Coon Exhibit NMC-2, Malone Exhibit SPM-2, most recent depreciation study for Mitchell plant, most recent RFP for new generating resources. Review the full document from Muhlenberg County Water District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lexington, KY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.