Topic:"Contract Terms" in M12786

2025 Storm Restoration Cost Report (NSEB M12786) NSPI Responses to IG Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 2 (c) Please quantify, where possible, the cost savings attributed to: 3 4 (i) Standardized storm contractors; 5 6 (ii) Per diem...

AI summary NSPI's response to information requests about the 2025 Storm Restoration Cost Report details cost controls for Level 3 storms, including standardized contractors, meal reimbursement practices, and early crew releases. It explains that contractor invoices were reviewed post-event against crew tracking documentation to ensure reasonableness and prudence.

resets during a storm event. 100+ over the December storm events. Not a problem to action, just takes away from higher value work. Kenny has brought this to Elie and Lauren's attention. o Actions ▪ WebDMD passwords expire every 30 days, an...

AI summary The text discusses challenges during storm events, including password resets disrupting higher-value work and contractor management issues. Actions include addressing password policies and improving coordination with contractors. The Storm Lead highlights areas for improvement, such as model accuracy and shift change discussions.

2025 Storm Restoration Cost Report (NSEB M12786) NSPI Responses to Small Business Advocate Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 2 Only the Manager, Contractor Oversight is a new role in the organizational chart above. 3 The other roles...

AI summary NSPI outlines organizational changes, including a new Manager role for Contractor Oversight, and explains contractor accountability through contractual terms governing cost controls and performance metrics. Contractors are released after completing work in specific areas, with cost controls tied to storm rates and per diem limits.

e an appropriate level of expense. 23 c) Please identify the number of Contract “restoration” resources assigned to this event. 24 d) Please identify the number of NS Power “restoration” resources assigned to this event. 25 26 Request IR-3...

AI summary The text contains three information requests (IR-1, IR-2, IR-3) directed at NS Power, seeking details about restoration resources, affiliate contracts, and contract costs. Questions focus on resource allocation, affiliate involvement, and procurement processes related to service contracts.

Date Filed: April 30, 2026 CA (NSPI) Page 1 of 3 1 Request IR-1: 2 3 Reference: Figure 9 – Comparison of 2025 Actual Operating Storm Costs to Base Rates by Level 4 5 Question: 6 7 a) Please confirm the 2025 underspending on level 3 and lev...

AI summary The document contains three regulatory information requests (IR-1, IR-2, IR-3) related to storm cost recovery, contractor performance management, and discrepancies in customer impact predictions. NSP is asked to clarify underspending on storm costs, provide mid-storm reporting examples, and explain forecast inaccuracies for a Level 3 event.

n, the storm rider was amended to provide customers with a refund of underspent amounts from 2026 onwards. This provision does not, therefore, apply to the 2025 level 3 and 4 storm OM&G underspending. In its decision about an authorization...

AI summary The 2025 Storm Restoration Cost Report discusses NS Power's implementation of cost control measures for external contractors following a Board directive. NS Power created a dedicated contractor oversight position and introduced per diems to reduce expenses. A software platform is planned for 2026 to enhance cost monitoring.