Annual Membership Dues Payment for Western Interstate Energy Board (WIEB)

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Background The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) of New Mexico is seeking to maintain active membership with the Western Interstate Energy Board (WIEB). The WIEB is an organization comprising 11 Western States and three Western Canadian Provinces, aimed at enhancing the economy of the West and contributing to the well-being of the region’s people. The goal of this contract is to support EMNRD in administering and improving state energy programs, while also providing tools for regional action on issues impacting New Mexico. Work Details The contract involves the payment of annual membership dues amounting to $72,000 for a term of four years. This membership allows EMNRD to participate in collaborative efforts with other western states and provinces through WIEB forums. Specific services provided by WIEB include organizing and hosting committees focused on high-level radioactive waste management and regional electric power cooperation. These committees consist of experts from various state agencies working towards developing safe systems for transporting nuclear waste and improving the efficiency of the electric power system in the West. Period of Performance Four years Place of Performance Denver, Colorado (address of WIEB headquarters) Bidder Requirements The prospective contractor, Western Interstate Energy Board, must have an active SHARE Vendor Number (0000055574) to be eligible for this contract.