City of San Diego Issues Utility Franchise Bid

by | Sep 30, 2020 | Energy

After the City Council could not agree on terms to recommend, the Mayor’s Office released the requirements a utility must meet to win the right to provide electric and gas services within the city limits.  The Invitation to Bid calls for a new agreement lasting 20 years and stipulates the prospective winner to pay at least $80 million upfront — $70 million for the electric franchise and $10 million for the gas franchise.  The winning bidder must then receive approval from a two-thirds vote of the City Council.  The City could work out an extension with SDG&E if a deal is not reached before the current franchise expires.  For more information, please read the following stories:

Utility Drive:

Politics disrupts San Diego’s pursuit of an energy transition partner amid dissatisfaction with SDG&E

San Diego Union Tribune:

San Diego wants at least $80 million for its electric and gas franchise agreement

 

Jason Zeller has over thirty years of professional experience in public utility regulation, including experience in all of the industries regulated by the CPUC. Previously he served as an Assistant General Counsel at the Commission for twelve years and was a staff counsel for six years. Jason is a graduate of Claremont McKenna College and New York Law School. He also holds a Master’s in Urban Affairs and Policy Analysis from The New School. He is an active member of the California State Bar Association.