2025 ACE Plan CI C0051815 Page 1 of 6 CI Number: C0051815 Title: RTU Replacements Program - Phase 6 Start Date:2024/04In-Service Date:2025/07Final Cost Date:2027/11Function:General PlantForecast Amount:$5,959,915
AI summary The document outlines the RTU Replacements Program - Phase 6, with a start date of April 2024, an in-service date of July 2025, and a final cost date of November 2027. The forecasted amount for this phase is $5,959,915.
Date: December 9, 2024 Page 283 of 558 REDACTED Nova Scotia POWER An Emera Company Instructions: Select option in Column B. Columns C through G will auto-populate. 2025 ACE Plan CI C0051815 Page 5 of 6
AI summary The document is a page from a regulatory proceeding related to the 2025 ACE Plan, which involves Nova Scotia Power, an Emera company. It includes instructions for selecting an option in Column B, with Columns C through G auto-populating.
CONFIDENTIAL (Attachment Only) Request IR-5: - At Page 1 of 3 of the NSPI (NSUARB) IR-66 (Exhibit N-9 of 2025 ACE Plan), NS Power
AI summary This request, labeled IR-5, refers to a specific page in the NSPI (NSUARB) IR-66 document, which is part of the 2025 ACE Plan and is identified as Exhibit N-9. The content is confidential and pertains to regulatory proceedings.
Review of C0051815 - RTU Replacements Program - Phase 6 (NSEB M12550) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests 1 estimated hours or PD, labour rates, unit rates, and any mark‑ups or 12 Services Agreement with Eastpoint Engineering as no...
AI summary The document outlines NSPI's responses to NSEB information requests regarding the RTU Replacements Program - Phase 6. It discusses the estimation methodology for externally contracted work, contingency allowances, and the selection of the RTU vendor through a competitive RFP process.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-6: 2 - 3 At Page 2 of 2 of the NSPI (NSUARB) IR-140 (Exhibit N-9 of 2025 ACE Plan), NS Power
AI summary The text references a request (IR-6) and mentions a page from the NSPI (NSUARB) IR-140, which is part of Exhibit N-9 of the 2025 ACE Plan. This indicates a regulatory proceeding involving Nova Scotia Power and the 2025 ACE Plan.
CONFIDENTIAL (Attachment Only) 1 Request IR-8: 2 - 3 At Page 2 of 2 of the NSPI (NSUARB) IR-140 (Exhibit N-9 of 2025 ACE Plan), NS Power - 4 states: The increase in estimated labour hours for Phase 6 in comparison to Phase 1 is a direct re...
AI summary NS Power explains that the increase in labour hours for Phase 6 compared to Phase 1 is due to factors such as infrastructure complexity, compliance changes, accessibility, technology, and workforce constraints. The request asks for estimated average hours per RTU for each job title in both phases.
14 Table 1: Relevant Proceeding Documentation Reviewed by Midgard Exhibit # Document N-1 RTU Work Order - Redacted N-2 NSPI (Midgard) RIR 1 to 14 - Redacted N-2(C) NSPI (Midgard) RIR 1 to 14 - Confidential N-2-(i) NSPI (Midgard) RIR 14 – A...
AI summary The document lists various exhibits and proceeding documentation reviewed by Midgard, including work orders, responses to requests for information, and applications related to Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NSPI) and the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB). It also references the 2025 ACE Plan and other regulatory matters.
Midgard Response IR-3: a) The Board's 2025 ACE Plan Decision emphasized the Phase 1 to Phase 6 labour hour escalation as the central concern, given the approximately four-fold increase identified[.](#page-3-0) 2 Midgard's scope of work was...
AI summary Midgard's response to the 2025 ACE Plan Decision highlights concerns about the four-fold increase in labour hours from Phase 1 to Phase 6. Midgard's analysis was based on a comparison between these phases to assess the justification for the cost increases, but felt that NSPI's responses to its information requests were insufficient.
- Reference : With respect to Midgard's discussion of the contingency amounts and budget (p. 19, - 25-27): - a) Please provide Midgard's opinion regarding whether NS Power's 10% contingency budget is consistent with NS Power's non-binding...
AI summary The text requests Midgard's opinion on NS Power's contingency budget in relation to the Board's 2020 ACE Plan Decision, including whether the 10% contingency is consistent with non-binding guidelines, potential weaknesses in the guidelines, and whether NS Power's application of the guidelines is appropriate. It also references prior statements about transmission line replacement projects and asks about the applicability of those statements to RTU replacement projects.
NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD Nova Scotia Power Incorporated - To obtain a cost reasonableness review of NS Power - CI C0051815 – $5,959,515 - RTU Replacements Program – Phase 6, as outlined in Section 2.1 of the 2025 ACE Plan Decision 13 (M120...
AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board is reviewing the cost reasonableness of the RTU Replacements Program – Phase 6 by Nova Scotia Power Incorporated, as outlined in Section 2.1 of the 2025 ACE Plan Decision 13. Midgard Consulting Incorporated has provided responses to information requests from The Industrial Group.
NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD Nova Scotia Power Incorporated - To obtain a cost reasonableness review of NS Power - CI C0051815 – $5,959,515 - RTU Replacements Program – Phase 6, as outlined in Section 2.1 of the 2025 ACE Plan Decision 13 (M120...
AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board is reviewing the cost reasonableness of NS Power's RTU Replacements Program – Phase 6, as outlined in Section 2.1 of the 2025 ACE Plan Decision 13 (M12012). Midgard Consulting Incorporated has provided responses to the Small Business Advocate's information requests.
11 Exhibit N-3, Midgard Evidence, February 18, 2026, page 38. 1 2 3 4 5 6 were required in only one of the five previous Phases (Phase 3). For Phase 6, the contingency is set at 10%, a rate that aligns with the maximum percentage allocated...
AI summary The document discusses the contingency rate for Phase 6 of a project, set at 10%, which aligns with the maximum percentage used in prior phases. NS Power argues that this rate is based on lessons learned, expert judgment, and market volatility considerations, rather than being influenced by past contingency use.
1 4.0 CONCLUSION 2 3 NS Power submits that the capital expenditures outlined in this application are reasonable, prudent, 4 and in the best interest of customers. No intervenor opposed the application through the 2025 5 ACE Plan proceeding...
AI summary NS Power argues that the capital expenditures in its application are reasonable, prudent, and in the best interest of customers. They claim no intervenor opposed the application during the 2025 ACE Plan proceeding and that they have fully addressed Midgard's recommendations. The project supports NS Power's Five-Year Reliability Plan and is needed for grid resilience and telecommunications connectivity.
IRs to Board Counsel Consultants (if any) Wednesday, February 11, 2026 Responses to IRs from Intervenors and NS Power Wednesday, March 04, 2026 (if any) NS Power Rebuttal Evidence Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Written Submissions by Intervenor...
AI summary The document outlines the timeline and procedures for a regulatory proceeding, including responses to intervenors, rebuttal evidence, and submission deadlines. It references the 2025 ACE Plan and applies the Board's Regulatory Rules, specifically Rule 7(3).
Please refer to: David Roberts Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) Assistant: Alissa Whalen Assistant's email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) November 20, 2025 Via Email: Crystal.Henwoo...
AI summary The Consumer Advocate, represented by David Roberts of Pink Larkin, seeks to participate in a proceeding related to a cost reasonableness review of NS Power's RTU Replacements Program – Phase 6, referencing the 2025 ACE Plan Decision (M12012).
From: [Painting-MacLean, Kimberly](mailto:[email protected]) To: [Painting-MacLean, Kimberly](mailto:[email protected]) Subject: FW: M12550 - To obtain a cost reasonableness review of NS Power -...
AI summary This email discusses a cost reasonableness review of NS Power's Replacements Program – Phase 6, as outlined in Section 2.1 of the 202 ACE Plan Decision (M12012). The matter is referenced as M12550.
\ \ EXTERNAL EMAIL / COURRIEL EXTERNE \ \ Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking on links / Faites preuve de prudence si vous ouvrez une pièce jointe ou cliquez sur un lien Ms. Henwood, The Industrial Group was an intervenor...
AI summary Leona, representing the Industrial Group, indicates that the group was an intervenor in the 2025 ACE Plan (M12012) and wishes to participate in the current matter.
Leona M. Clements Legal Assistant Stewart McKelvey D: 902.407.5151 From: Henwood, Crystal D [ ](mailto:[email protected]) Sent: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 11:15 AM To: Mike Willett [ Cc: Alissa Whalen [ ; Andrew Thiele [ ; An...
AI summary The email is from Crystal Henwood to Mike Willett regarding a cost reasonableness review of NS Power's RTU Replacements Program – Phase 6, which is outlined in Section 2.1 of the 2025 ACE Plan Decision (M12012).
Request IR-5: At Page 1 of 3 of the NSPI (NSUARB) IR-66 (Exhibit N-9 of 2025 ACE Plan), NS Power presents
AI summary The document references a request (IR-5) and mentions NS Power presenting information from Page 1 of 3 of the NSPI (NSUARB) IR-66, which is part of Exhibit N-9 of the 2025 ACE Plan.
Request IR-12: At Page 2 of 3 of the NSPI (NSEB) Undertaking U-6 (Exhibit N-21 of 2025 ACE Plan), NS Power states:
AI summary The text references a specific page in the NSPI (NSEB) Undertaking U-6, which is part of Exhibit N-21 of the 2025 ACE Plan, and mentions NS Power.
calculations that reconcile each amount to the revised Capital Cost Detailed Estimate. At Page 1 of 3 of the NSPI (NSUARB) IR-66 (Exhibit N-9 of 2025 ACE Plan), NS Power presents the following table:
AI summary The document discusses calculations that reconcile amounts to the revised Capital Cost Detailed Estimate, presented in a table from NSPI (NSUARB) IR-66, which is part of Exhibit N-9 of the 2025 ACE Plan.
of 3 of the NSPI (NSUARB) IR-66 (Exhibit N-9 of 2025 ACE Plan), NS Power presents the following table:
AI summary NS Power presents a table as part of the 2025 ACE Plan, referencing NSPI (NSUARB) IR-66 (Exhibit N-9). The content is described as AI-generated and may be incorrect.
025 ACE Plan), NS Power states: Some of the Phase 6 installations are taking place in more remote and/or physically constrained substation environments, increasing travel, setup, and execution times. 1. For Phase 6, please provide the fore...
AI summary NS Power is being asked to provide detailed information on the costs and logistics of Phase 6 RTU installations, including travel and setup times, and to compare these with earlier phases. The request also includes site-specific details for both Phase 1 and Phase 6 RTU replacements.
At Page 2 of 2 of the NSPI (NSUARB) IR-140 (Exhibit N-9 of 2025 ACE Plan), NS Power also states: Preamble: In Undertaking U‑6 (Exhibit N-21 of 2025 ACE Plan), NS Power states that accessibility challenges and workforce constraints require...
AI summary The document raises questions about overtime assumptions and budgeting for RTU installations in Phase 1 and Phase 6 of the 2025 ACE Plan. It highlights discrepancies between stated accessibility challenges and the limited overtime budgeting in the Phase 6 estimate.
Since the filing of the 2025 ACE Plan application, Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power, Company) has completed some work on CI C0051815. As a result, the Company has reviewed and updated its detailed cost estimate to align more closely with i...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. has updated its detailed cost estimate for CI C0051815 following the completion of some work on the 2025 ACE Plan application, resulting in a $900,000 decrease. The request includes questions about completed work, in-service dates, cost comparisons, and lessons learned.
23 Request IR-5: 24 With respect to Midgard's discussion of the contingency amounts and budget (p. 19, 25-27): - 25 (a) Please provide Midgard's opinion regarding whether NS Power's 10% contingency budget 26 is consistent with NS Power's n...
AI summary The request asks Midgard to evaluate NS Power's 10% contingency budget in light of the Board's 2020 ACE Plan Decision and NS Power's non-binding contingency guidelines. It also seeks opinions on potential weaknesses in the guidelines, NS Power's application of them, and whether risk register documentation is complete.
1. Please provide Midgard’s opinion regarding whether NS Power’s 10% contingency budget is consistent with NS Power’s non-binding contingency guidelines, as directed by the Board in its 2020 ACE Plan Decision, Matter No. M09499 (June 25, 2...
AI summary The text requests Midgard's opinion on NS Power's contingency budget, its alignment with the Board's guidelines, and the application of those guidelines. It also asks about risk register documentation, and whether RTU replacement projects are routine with low cost risk, referencing previous proceedings and exhibits.
or the proactive review and tracking of cost minimization opportunities during all stages of the project life cycle. (NSUARB, 2024 ACE Plan Decision , Matter No. M11458 (August 13, 2024), para. 183.) In its approval of the PDM as submitted...
AI summary The text references a 2024 ACE Plan Decision by the NSUARB, directing NS Power to revise its PDM to include quality control steps. It requests Midgard's opinion on NS Power's compliance with this decision regarding the RTU Replacement Phase 6 project and asks for recommendations on post-project reviews and lessons-learned assessments.
1 2 M12550 3 NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD 4 5 6 IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act, R.S.N.S. 1989, c.380, as amended 7 8 9 IN THE MATTER OF: To obtain a cost reasonableness review of NS Power - CI 11 C0051815 – $5,959,515 - RTU Replace...
AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board is requesting information regarding the cost reasonableness review of NS Power's RTU Replacements Program, Phase 12 6, as outlined in the 2025 ACE Plan Decision. The request is directed to Michael Walsh of Midgard Consulting and is due by March 18, 2026.
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