Topic:"Affordability" in M12588

1 Request IR-1: 53 5.2.5 Non-Functional Each LRS must provide credit assurance in the amount of 200% of the forecasted payment for the LRS tariffed services and DT charges combined rounded to the nearest $1000 8. Credit Assurance Customer...

AI summary The document outlines requirements for credit assurance and customer transaction processes under the Load Revenue Settlement (LRS) with NS Power. It specifies that LRS must provide credit assurance at 200% of forecasted payments and allows NSP to adjust security requirements monthly. Customer transfers and information requests require the use of the RtR Customer Transaction Request Application (RCTRA).

Active Submissions Total A - Technical Evaluation A-1 - Adherence to RFP requirements A-2 - Ongoing support availability and service levels A-3 - Speed and efficiency of implementation (or project) plan, availability, and delivery the indu...

AI summary The text outlines the structure of an evaluation matrix for submissions, focusing on technical evaluation criteria such as adherence to RFP requirements, ongoing support, implementation speed, and industry expertise. It also includes sections related to corporate risk, including cybersecurity, insurance, and third-party attestation.

1 Request IR-3: 18 been appended as Attachment 1 for ease of reference. 19 20 (e) a Board directive to file by November 7th The AAR application has of each year for the 21 following year. For the 2027 test year, the AAR application would b...

AI summary The text discusses the filing of an AAR application by NS Power, referencing the anticipated 2027 test year and the uncertainty surrounding the implementation costs of the IESO-NS. It also notes that the 2026 AAR filing did not include recovery for certain deferred amounts or capital and financing costs.

Date Filed: March 3, 2026 NSPI (REI) IR-13 Page 3 of 3 1 Request IR-14: D.27 Business Process & Procedure Development Team has finalized process and procedure documentation from a Role Based perspective. Business Leads have all signed off...

AI summary The document outlines several tasks related to the final stages of a project, including the completion of business process documentation, technical development, and testing. These tasks are currently at various stages of completion, with some already finalized and others not yet started.

Commercial Information Items 1-2: Partial confidentiality was applied to costs associated with materials, contracts, consulting, first nations commitments, and freight details provided in the capital work order(s). To protect value for cus...

AI summary NS Power seeks to keep certain costs and supplier terms confidential to protect customer interests and maintain competitive bidding. Full disclosure could lead to higher prices and reduced competition, which would ultimately harm customers. The request for confidentiality is justified by the need to preserve competitive advantage and ensure cost-based rates for customers.

project cost might be avoided or reduced if NSPI had a modern, cloud-native CIS platform, and if so, please provide that analysis. Reference: M11874, N-4, NSPI (NSUARB) IR 1 Attachment 1, page 4; And Reference: N-1, C0053699 Renewable to R...

AI summary The text raises questions about the increase in AFUDC for NSPI and the methodology used, as well as the scope and processes for change requests in the Renewable to Retail Implementation Project. It also references a Board Order requiring NS Power to engage with interested parties and file an application for new tariffs by April 1, 2026.

Cost Transparency The SBA submitted Information Requests in order to identify the $581,816 variance from the estimate in the 2025 ACE plan by cost driver. However, in response, NS Power stated that it cannot provide that information due to...

AI summary The SBA requested information on a $581,816 variance in the 2025 ACE plan but was denied by NS Power due to a 2025 cyber incident and lack of detailed cost breakdowns. NS Power cited delayed commercial operations and cost mitigation efforts, but the SBA argues for better cost transparency and standardized reporting.

Submissions The Consumer Advocate has reviewed the Application, as well as NS Power's responses to all Information Requests. The Consumer Advocate has also reviewed the Small Business Advocate's submissions, which were filed with the Board...

AI summary The Consumer Advocate reviewed NS Power's Application and the Small Business Advocate's submissions, agreeing with concerns about cost recovery. The variance of $581,816 is attributed to increased administrative overheads and project timeline adjustments due to the LRS' revised COD dates. The Consumer Advocate is concerned about potential cost recovery issues if the LRS is unsuccessful in bearing these costs.

3.2.1 Cost Transparency [46] In closing submissions, the Small Business Advocate noted that the costs identified in this application represented a $581,816 increase from the estimated cost that NS Power included in its 2025 ACE Plan. The S...

AI summary The Small Business Advocate pointed out a $581,816 increase in costs from the 2025 ACE Plan, noting NS Power could not reconcile the changes. NS Power attributed the increase to delays and administrative overhead, but the Advocate called for more detailed cost impact analysis. NS Power provided year-by-year cost data but could not reconcile at a driver level.

3.2.4.1 Findings [80] It is not apparent to the Board that the scope of the reporting and business intelligence development work has changed through the project. The Board is satisfied with the information provided by NS Power that this wo...

AI summary The Board finds no evidence that the scope of the reporting and business intelligence development work has changed and confirms that NS Power's explanation of the project's necessity is satisfactory. The Board also notes that Renewall's involvement over the years should have prompted earlier and more specific concerns if any existed.