Deadline
The Request for Proposals (RFP) stage of the competition to procure Fast Frequency Response (FFR) Interconnected Service closes on April 22, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. MDT.
For procurement competition timelines and other information visit AESO Engage - Fast Frequency Response Interconnected Service Procurement.
Purpose
The AESO explored competitive procurements for technology-agnostic Fast Frequency Response (FFR) services for when Alberta's electric system is interconnected and in islanded conditions. Market participants interested and capable of providing one or more FFR services were engaged to gather feedback on potential procurement and FFR product design options being contemplated by the AESO. Input helped to inform the final product and procurement design.
The procurement competition for FFR Interconnected Service commenced on March 26, 2024, and closes on April 22, 2024. The operational readiness and service term will commence on or after July 2, 2024, with a long stop date of June 30, 2026.
- Date & time April 22, 2024, 3:30 PM, MDT