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In today's market customer loads continue to grow, reserve margins
continue to shrink, and the need for new resources across North America
continues to increase. These factors are driving a growing demand for
development of new resources. Advancements in resource technologies may
present a range of opportunities for suppliers to install new or
retrofitted facilities that are market competitive and environmentally
acceptable.
At EES Consulting, our experienced team of engineers and financial
analysts are focused on responsive and cost-effective solutions to the
utility's resource needs. We excel in provision of development
services, including feasibility studies, site acquisition, project
financing and permitting support, acquisition of design and
construction services, O&M services, and fuel supply and
transportation. We offer these services for electric, natural gas,
water, wastewater and storm drainage utility applications. We also
offer contract administration and site construction monitoring
services. We are experienced across a wide range of technologies. We
are also able to assess the ongoing viability of existing resources and
recommend cost reduction, purchase or sale opportunities. A brief
description of our range of services is provided below.
Feasibility Study
EES Consulting can evaluate the overall technical and economic
viability of nearly any project. For new resources, we perform
conceptual design and engineering, including site selection, equipment
selection and layout, performance estimates, capital and O&M cost
estimates. The availability and price of water, fuels and electric
transmission capacity are assessed. We also assess environmental
impacts and regulatory constraints to development. Finally, we assess
alternative ownership structures and provide full pro forma financial
statement projections of long term plant economic performance. Similar
studies are performed to support due diligence efforts concerning
acquisition, retrofitting, or sale of existing facilities.
At EES Consulting, we can assist in acquisition financing and
permitting for projects. In conjunction with the feasibility studies
described above, we prepare engineering letters in support of official
statements. We develop capital budgets and cash flow projections, along
with O&M budgets, including the impact of overhauls and performance
degradation. We perform due diligence reviews of existing projects,
including assessment of plant operations, organization, and potential
performance improvements. We prepare environmental impact statements,
air and water related permit applications, as well as prepare and
defend applications in front of all levels of governmental energy
permitting agencies.
Acquisition of Equipment, EPC and O&M Services
We have a track record of success in acquisition of equipment,
engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and O&M services from
major firms on behalf of client projects. Based on the level of project
complexity and risk, we identify the type, size and level of expertise
of the necessary firms to complete the job. We write and issue Request
for Proposals for such services, and perform extensive interviews and
evaluation of proposed prices on behalf of clients. We compare
alternative major equipment providers and assess the viability of
technology advancements they may claim. We negotiate contracts with
firm cost and performance guarantees, utilizing unique cost sharing and
pay for performance incentives. We are familiar with the bonding,
insurance and dispute resolution mechanisms that are required for major
projects. Finally, we procure supplementary services such as backup
fuel, water treatment and other services on behalf of clients.
For a power project, the costs of fuel and transportation are typically
the largest components of operating costs, and therefore the key
determinants of overall power project viability. We can develop and
execute a cost effective fuel supply and transportation plan for gas,
coal, oil and geothermal plants. Viable producers and marketers are
first identified, along with the cost and availability of
transportation. Existing buyers and shippers are contacted for possible
capacity- sharing or peak-sharing arrangements. Through the use of a
Request for Proposals or direct discussions with qualified firms, we
negotiate purchase and transportation contracts that include market
indexed pricing, flexible displacement provisions and rail or pipeline
lateral facilities to complete delivery. Through our network of
affiliated law firms, we handle all regulatory interfaces with local
and federal agencies.
Administration
Successful completion of large capital projects requires the efforts of
several permitting, engineering, procurement, construction and
operation tasks, often by one or more firms under contract to the
client. EES Consulting can oversee, monitor, and coordinate the
activities of these subcontractors, acting as Owner's Engineer or
Project Manager to ensure compliance with contracts. EES Consulting has
performed these services across a wide spectrum of projects, from
simple pipeline modifications through multi-million dollar supply
facilities.
EES Consulting services do not end at the award of the EPC contracts.
EES Consulting has experienced staff available to perform construction
oversight. Oversight can range in level from occasional construction
site visits to ensure the work is being completed appropriately, to a
full-time observation at the site. EES Consulting personnel are
experienced in the construction process and recognize that timely,
accurate reviews and responses to the contractor's questions are
necessary. Related Projects |
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