Electric Utility Feasibility Study

2026-11-03

The selected consultant will be expected to : I . Data Collection and Analysis a . Review current and projected electricity demand within the City . b . Analyze existing infrastructure and grid interconnection capabilities . c . Assess available land and resources for generation facilities d . Provide case studies of cities who have successfully and unsuccessfully ventured towards an electric utility e . Identify prospective partnerships that may exist within the region II . Technology Assessment a . Evaluate generation options : i . Renewable Energy : Solar PV , wind , hydro , biomass . ii . Nuclear Energy iii . Conventional Energy : Natural gas , combined heat and power ( CHP ). iv . Emerging Technologies : Battery storage , microgrids . b . Compare efficiency , reliability , scalability , and lifecycle costs . III . Financial Analysis a . Estimate capital and operating costs for each technology b . Conduct cost - benefit analysis , including : i . Payback period ii . Levelized Cost of Energy ( LCOE ) iii . Potential revenue streams ( e . g ., selling excess power ) c . Identify funding sources ( grants , bonds , public - private partnerships ) IV . Regulatory and Policy Review a . Review federal , state , and local regulations impacting generation and transmission b . Identify permitting requirements and interconnection standards c . Assess incentives and renewable energy credits

Missouri

2026-04-29