The awarded Bidder will perform the following specific tasks as directed by and with input from the GEO: Analysis of the submitted revenue requirements and any recommendations as to the proposed rates in the PUC case filing. Thoroughly review and evaluate the testimony, filings and other material filed by CMP and other parties. Assist in analyzing all the above issues and identify any additional issues that should be raised by GEO. Assist GEO in conducting discovery of CMP or other intervening parties sufficient to make a complete analysis of CMP’s and other parties’ proposals and the effect on customers and the goals of the state. Participate in technical conferences, including cross-examination of the utility and intervenor witnesses and presenting direct oral testimony at evidentiary hearings and cross-examination by the utility and intervenors. Remote participation is expected to be available. Submit to cross-examination on the issues addressed in Bidder’s testimony. Review the direct testimony filed by CMP and other parties and prepare and present rebuttal and surrebuttal evidence on the sub-issues identified above.
