SFA Definition
It is important for BPUB to deliver consistent, uninterrupted, and high-quality utility services while maintaining the capability to quickly recover from unexpected disruptions, which will protect customers, support growth, and improve public trust.
Strategic Challenge
BPUB must address limited system redundancy, immature asset management practices, and gaps in maintenance practices that increase the risk of equipment failure and extended outages and must do so without compromising affordability.
SSD-16
BPUB will focus on improving preventative and predictive maintenance practices.
BPUB will develop and implement an Asset Management System (AMS) for water distribution, wastewater collection, lift stations, and facilities, including asset inventory structures, asset criticality evaluations, and development of performance metrics.
BPUB will develop and implement an Asset Management System (AMS) for power generation, power transmission, and power distribution, including asset inventory structures, asset criticality evaluations, and development of performance metrics.
SSD-17
BPUB will strengthen utility resilience against extreme weather events, system failures, and future growth pressures.
BPUB will improve the reliability and resilience of its electric distribution system in alignment with APPA benchmarks and best practices, delivering more consistent service to customers and reducing the duration and frequency of outages.
BPBU will identify and designate “Opportunity Zones” within its service territory where utility infrastructure can be aligned with economic development goals, supporting growth while ensuring system resiliency, reliability, and financial sustainability.
BPUB will continue to execute the Water Loss Reduction Program to minimize non-revenue water (NRW) caused by leaks, main breaks, meter inaccuracies, and unauthorized consumption.
BPUB will strengthen utility resilience against extreme weather events by developing comprehensive Overhead Line Engineering Design Guidelines, including pole loading standards, and pole replacements to adhere to revised wind ratings.
BPBU will upgrade/add distribution feeders and power transformers, incorporating smart technology, to increase substation capacity.
SSD-18
BPUB will deliver capital projects with greater precision and accountability to reduce system risks.
BPUB will improve CIP execution by establishing an Enterprise Project Management Organization (EPMO) focused on the execution, governance, and alignment of capital and strategic projects across electric, water, and wastewater utilities.
SSD-19
BPUB will strengthen its ability to import power from ERCOT while improving regional transmission planning and development.
BPUB will expand electric Transmission & Distribution (T&D) infrastructure through the development of new lines and substations.