Topic:"2025 Ace Plan" in M12746

Reason for Variance The increase of $448,476 from the 2026 ACE Plan subsequent submittal estimate of $1,315,495 is due to changes in the final design compared to the conceptual design. The preliminary design included 6 cfs of water flow ro...

AI summary The $448,476 increase in the 2026 ACE Plan's cost stems from design changes to avoid archaeological sites, requiring rerouting water flow from the powerhouse. This necessitated additional construction, materials, and higher-than-estimated RFP costs.

CI C0064966 – Tusket Tidal Pool Fish Passage (NSEB M12746) NSPI Responses to Nova Scotia Energy Board Information Requests 1 Request IR-6: 2 3 Please provide additional details regarding the increase in forecast project costs from 4 approx...

AI summary The document outlines NSPI's response to the Nova Scotia Energy Board's request for details on increased project costs for the Tusket Tidal Pool Fish Passage. The increase from $1.32 million to $1.76 million is attributed to updated materials and contract costs from the RFP process and a contingency amount, partially offset by lower internal labor and Mi'kmaq engagement costs.