Topic:"Cost Considerations" in M12961

Please refer to the variance sheet for more information. C0061550 - L5031 Replacements and Upgrades - Hubbards to East Chester - ATO Term Labour-Overtime - 873 873 Travel Expense - 5,981 5,981 Travel required for field supervisors not capt...

AI summary The document outlines cost variances for a project involving replacements and upgrades from Hubbards to East Chester. Key increases include materials, contracts, and rock-breaking costs due to granite in the Chester area, as well as additional labor and travel expenses not captured in the original estimate.

Request IR-7: - With regard to the "Capital Project Detailed Estimate" provided on Page 4 of 6 of the current application: - a) Please provide a comparison of the materials unit costs for wood poles, insulators and O/H conductors to the un...

AI summary The document requests detailed comparisons and explanations regarding material and contract cost estimates for wood poles, insulators, and overhead conductors in NS Power's current ATO application versus the 2024 ACE Plan. It also seeks clarification on cost variances, CU rates, and the reasons for increased material and contract costs.

Request IR-8: - Board staff has reviewed NS Power's 2025 and 2026 ACE Plan application related to the project. - Based on this review, Board staff notes that Figure 23 in the 2025 ACE Plan application (filed on - December 9, 2024) showed p...

AI summary The document outlines a request (IR-8) to Nova Scotia Power (NS Power) regarding expenditures and project details related to the 2025 and 2026 ACE Plan applications. It includes questions about project spending, updates to cost estimates, and specific construction activities.