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NY S04747
Bill
Status
6/19/2012
Primary Sponsor
Thomas O'Mara
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AI Summary
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Establishes a statewide or regional bulk electricity purchasing program through the Office of General Services, available on a voluntary basis to municipalities and school districts.
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Requires electricity purchases by May 1st each year at bulk rates for state agencies and participating municipalities and school districts, with maintenance services and regular plus emergency delivery included.
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Mandates contracts be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder considering price, reliability, service flexibility, service history, and supply source mix, with service and maintenance at no additional cost.
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Allows the Commissioner of General Services to grant one-year waivers if no bids are received, insufficient participants enroll, or the program would not reduce electricity costs compared to other available options.
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Requires the Commissioner to adopt implementing rules and regulations within 60 days of the bill's effective date, with the act taking effect 90 days after enactment.
Legislative Description
Creates a bulk electricity purchasing program in the office of general services to provide lower cost electricity to participating municipalities.
Last Action
referred to energy
6/19/2012