The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) is soliciting proposals for a qualified and accredited Contractor to complete the following scope of work • Perform an Earthquake Probable Maximum Loss (PML) study for the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric project A. Scope of Work: Probable Maximum Loss Study 1. Proposers shall prepare their Proposals to demonstrate a thorough and complete evaluation methodology and associated qualifications. 2. The scope of the PML study shall perform scenario and probabilistic based analysis of possible earthquake events that could affect the site and the results of the aggregate losses associated with 100, 250, and 500-year return periods. 3. Study shall also analyze scenario earthquakes on controlling faults that correspond to 475- year and 2,500 year return periods. 4. Real estate was included in the attached appraisal but is assumed not to be accounted for in the valuation of probable maximum loss. 5. Bradley Lake and associated facilities include: 125 foot high concrete faced rock filled dam structure, four diversion structures, 3.5 mile long power tunnel, generating plant, interior substation, 20 miles of transmission line, substation, and 9100’ of HDPE pipeline. 6. The selected consultant shall produce a final PML report documenting a basis of opinion for the mechanism and magnitude of loss of the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project major components. 7. Valuation methodologies and all associated reporting shall demonstrate industry best practices in PML studies and shall comply with codes/standards/best practices.
