Independent Evaluator List

Pursuant to Public Utilities Code §8386.3, by March 1, 2021 and by each March 1 thereafter, the Wildfire Safety Division (WSD), in consultation with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), shall make available a list of qualified Independent Evaluators with experience in assessing the safe operation of electrical infrastructure.

Independent Evaluator List:

Compliance Guidance Letters:

Wildfire Safety Division 2021 Guidance on Engagement of Independent Evaluators Pursuant to Public Utilities Code §8386.3

Independent Evaluator Resources:

Independent Evaluator Request for Qualifications (RFQ) (20NC0427)
Independent Evaluator Scope of Work for the review of compliance with 2020 WMPs

CPUC Wildfire Safety Division, Compliance Branch, Seeks Public Comments on:

Posted 02/22/2021 Draft 2021 Guidance Letter
Comments received from California Association of Small and Multi-Jurisdictional Utilities
Comments received from Green Power Institute
Comments received from Southern California Edison
Comments received from San Diego Gas & Electric
WSD response to public comments RE: Draft 2021 Guidance Letter can be found in the Wildfire Safety Division 2021 Guidance on Engagement of Independent Evaluators Pursuant to Public Utilities Code §8386.3 letter referenced above under "Compliance Guidance Letters"

Posted 01/07/2021 Proposed Independent Evaluator List
Comments received from Green Power Institute
Comments received from Public Advocates Office
Comments received from Southern California Edison
WSD response to public comments regarding proposed list of independent evaluators

Posted 05/06/2020 Proposed Independent Evaluator Listing Criteria
Comments received from Mussey Grade Road Alliance
Comments received from Protect Our Communities Foundation (POC)
Comments received from Southern California Edison