Maryland Department of Natural Resources

The buyer is seeking technical assistance in Atmospheric Sciences related to electrical generation and transmission. The contractor will evaluate issues, provide consultation, and develop recommendations for siting, licensing, and operation of power plants and transmission lines in Maryland. This includes assessing environmental impacts, coordinating facility reviews, and conducting research on power plant effects on natural resources. The work supports the buyer's Power Plant Research Program in ensuring reliable electricity while minimizing environmental impacts.

• 12/20/2024 - Pre-Proposal Conference
• 1/2/2025 - Questions Due
• 1/23/2025 - Proposal Due Date

• Evaluate Atmospheric Science issues related to electric generation and transmission
• Provide technical assistance for siting, licensing and operation of electrical power plants
• Assess impacts on air quality for fossil fuel generation projects
• Coordinate review of new or modified power facilities
• Develop licensing recommendations for power plants and transmission lines
• Conduct research on power plant impacts on Maryland's natural resources
• Provide continuing consultation on power generation issues
• Evaluate proposals for construction/modification of power generation facilities
• Develop technically-based licensing recommendations for Public Service Commission
• Investigate environmental and economic issues related to power plants