SPECIAL FACILITIES AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
SIERRA PACIFIC POWER COMPANY
AND
FAR WEST CAPITAL, INC.
SPECIAL FACILITIES AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
SIERRA PACIFIC POWER COMPANY
AND
FAR WEST CAPITAL, INC.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Title Page
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1 Recitals....................................................... 3
2 Effective Date and Term........................................ 4
3 Services To Be Provided........................................ 4
4 Construction to be Completed by Far West....................... 5
5 Changes in Scope............................................... 6
6 Advances and Payment Schedule.................................. 6
7 Target Date.................................................... 9
8 Prior Approval and Design Review............................... 9
9 Ownership...................................................... 11
10 Easements and Rights-of-Way.................................... 11
11 Rules and Regulations.......................................... 12
12 Notice......................................................... 12
13 Successors in Interest......................................... 13
14 Assignment..................................................... 13
15 Collateral Assignments......................................... 13
16 Force Majeure.................................................. 13
17 Parties' Representative........................................ 14
18 Liability and Indemnification.................................. 15
19 Insurance...................................................... 15
20 Entire Agreement............................................... 15
21 Governing Law.................................................. 16
22 Multiple Originals............................................. 16
EXHIBIT A - One-Line Diagrams and Estimated Costs.
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In consideration of the premises and the mutual covenants and conditions
contained herein, the Parties agree as follows:
2. Effective Date and Term. This Agreement shall be effective from the date of
its execution by both Parties and shall continue thereafter until (a) the
Power Purchase Agreement with Far West terminates, or (b) this Agreement is
terminated upon mutual agreement of the Parties.
3. Services to Be Provided. Sierra Pacific, at Far West's expense, shall
perform the following:
(a) Design, procure, construct, install, and inspect the following
facilities and all associated equipment ("Interconnection Facilities") at
the 24.9 kV bus at the Steamboat Substation located in Steamboat Springs,
NV., and at the Project:
Appropriate generation metering, backup metering, potential
transformers, current transformers and associated equipment installed
at the Project; and
Modifications to the Steamboat Substation to open the 24.9 kV power
circuit breaker connecting the Far West generating plant to the Sierra
Pacific system grid in the event the 120 kV to 24.9 kV connection is
open and modifications to the transformer regulator control Scheme to
allow for automatic adjustment of the controls for the amount of
generation.
(b) Review the Far West design and installation of the protection and
relaying scheme to be installed at the Project by Far West for the sole
purpose of establishing that the
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equipment installed is compatible with Sierra Pacific's electric system.
(c) Sierra Pacific shall participate in and witness protection equipment
testing.
Facilities and services described above shall be considered the entire scope of
work ("Scope of Work").
4. Construction To Be Completed By Far West. Far West, at its own expense,
shall perform the following:
(a) Design, procure, construct, install, and inspect protection and
relaying equipment, and any other electrical equipment necessary at
the Project.
(b) Far West will be responsible for:
(1) Providing Sierra Pacific with adequate space and a suitable sealed
enclosure to house metering, back up metering, potential transformers
and current transformers at the Project site;
(2) Providing design drawings and specifications to Sierra Pacific for
the Project to be constructed by far West. Sierra Pacific shall review
such drawings and specifications in accordance with Section 3 (b) and
Section 8; and
(3) Providing test reports to Sierra Pacific for equipment as
necessary.
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5. Changes in Scope. (a) If Far West determines that a change in the Scope of
Work is desirable, a written request shall be issued by Far West, setting
forth in reasonable detail the nature of the change requested.
If Sierra Pacific determines that such change in Scope of Work is
reasonable with respect to the impact of the change to the Sierra Pacific
system, then Sierra Pacific shall prepare a written submittal detailing the
effects, if any, upon the completion schedule and the total price to be
paid by Far West.
If Far West accepts such modifications to the total price and the
completion schedule, it shall send a written request to Sierra Pacific to
do the work associated with said change in Scope of the Work at the expense
of Far West.
If Far West does not accept such modifications to the total price and the
completion schedule, Sierra Pacific will not perform the work associated
with said change in Scope of Work.
(b) If Sierra Pacific determines that a change in the Scope of Work is
required, then Sierra Pacific shall prepare a written submittal detailing
the requirement, the reason, and the effects, if any upon the completion
schedule and total price to be paid by Far West.
6. Advances and Payment Schedule. (a) Far West shall pay to Sierra Pacific the
actual costs of the Scope of Work performed. The total estimated cost for
the Scope of Work is $48,000 (the "Estimated Cost"), further described in
Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. Far West
shall advance the funds at the time of contract execution.
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(b) If, during the term of this Agreement, Sierra Pacific determines that
the Estimated Cost is insufficient to cover the Scope of Work, Sierra
Pacific may replace Exhibit A with a revision to reflect such revised
estimate. Far West shall, within thirty (30) days of written notice of such
revised estimate, submit payment of the amount by which the new estimate
exceeds the Estimated Cost (the "Increased Amount"). If payment of the
Increased Amount is not received within thirty (30) days of written notice
then Sierra Pacific reserves the right, upon written notification to Far
West, to discontinue activities under this Agreement and Far West shall pay
the actual costs associated with such discontinuance and any resulting
renewal of activities hereunder.
(c) In the event this Agreement is terminated prior to completion of the
Scope of Work for any reason other than negligence or willful misconduct of
Sierra Pacific, Far West shall pay any equipment or cancellation charges
and other costs resulting from such noncompletion.
(d) Within four (4) months after completion of the Scope of Work, Sierra
Pacific will determine the actual cost thereof. Actual costs shall be those
costs recorded in the book of accounts kept by Sierra Pacific. If the
actual cost exceeds the Estimated Cost plus any Increased Amount, Sierra
Pacific will xxxx to Far West, and Far West shall pay said difference to
Sierra Pacific within thirty (30) days of receipt of said xxxx. If the
actual cost is less than the Estimated Cost plus any Increased Amount,
Sierra Pacific shall refund the difference to Far West within thirty (30)
days after the difference is determined. The actual cost shall replace the
estimated cost in Exhibit A for determination of the tax liability, if any.
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(e) All records relating to the Scope of Work will at all reasonable times,
and for a period of one year following completion of the installation of
the Interconnection Facilities, be available for inspection and audit by
far West.
(f) All or a portion of the payments received by Sierra Pacific for the
facilities installed pursuant to this Agreement and the cost of equipment
that is contributed to Sierra Pacific pursuant to this Agreement ("Taxable
Facilities") may be considered taxable income pursuant to Internal Revenue
Service (IRS) regulations. Far West shall pay Sierra Pacific sufficient
funds to equal the amount of any tax liability incurred by Sierra Pacific,
including penalty or interest associated with delayed or late payments of
such tax. Pursuant to the PSCN Opinion and Order in Docket 87-126, Sierra
Pacific has filed a request for a revenue ruling from the IRS. It is
expected that such ruling will provide Sierra Pacific and Far West with a
definitive interpretion of the pertinent tax law and the tax liability, if
any, that applies to payments made to Sierra Pacific in cash or facilities
pursuant to this Agreement.
Within 30 days of execution of this Agreement, Far West shall provide
Sierra Pacific with: (1) Security in the form of an insurance policy, an
irrevocable letter of credit, a bond, or any other form of security
acceptable to Sierra Pacific listing Sierra Pacific as the beneficiary,
equal to the potential tax liability of 52% of $48,000 which is $24,960 or
(2) cash in the amount of the potential tax liability specified in (1).
As soon as reasonably practicable, after the issuance of a ruling by the
IRS, Sierra Pacific shall determine the amount of Sierra Pacific's tax
liability associated with the
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facilities described above, if any, and shall xxxx Far West for such amount
including any interest or penalties accruing to the unpaid tax liability.
Far West shall submit such amount to Sierra Pacific within 30 days after
the receipt of the xxxx. If Far West does not submit such amount, Sierra
Pacific will immediately call upon the security established by Far West
as the means of payment of Far West's obligation.
(g) Sierra Pacific will pay Far West annually, during the period commencing
in the first year subsequent to payments under Section 6(f) by Far West and
continuing until the earlier of (1) the date the Power Purchase Agreement
terminates or (2) the date the Taxable Facilities are fully depreciated, an
amount equal to the annual tax benefit derived from Sierra Pacific's
depreciation of the Taxable Facilities as a result of the Taxable
Facilities being an asset on its system. Such payment shall be made on or
before October 1 of each year. If Sierra Pacific is relieved of the tax
liability under Section 6(f), the payment to Far West under this Section
shall terminate effective with the relief date of the tax liability.
7. Target Date. Sierra Pacific shall exercise its best efforts to complete the
Scope of Work on or before October 19, 1988. However, Sierra Pacific shall
have no liability for failure to meet this target date.
8. Prior Approval and Design Review. (a) Equipment specifications and detailed
plans for the installation of the interconnection facilities, control and
protective devices, and facilities to accommodate Sierra Pacific's meters
must be submitted to Sierra Pacific for review and advance written
acceptance or approval prior to actual installation. Sierra Pacific shall
notify Far West in writing of the outcome of its review within sixty (60)
days of receipt of such spec-
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ifications and plans. Such review and written acceptance or approval are
for the sole purpose of insuring that the facilities are compatible with
Sierra Pacific's electrical system and shall not be unreasonably delayed or
withheld. Sierra Pacific shall not, by reason of such review or failure to
review, be responsible for strength, details of design, adequacy, or
capability of any of Far West facilities or equipment, nor shall Sierra
Pacific's written acceptance or approval be deemed an endorsement of such
facilities or any item of equipment. Far West and Sierra Pacific
acknowledge that the equipment specifications and detail plans submitted to
Sierra Pacific are intended only for the specific site and installation of
the Project as described in this Agreement.
(b) If additional equipment is necessary to complete the interconnection of
the Project with Sierra Pacific's electrical system, Sierra Pacific shall
provide Far West with written notice, setting forth in detail the nature
and type of additional equipment required, and the reasons therefore. Far
West will be responsible for the costs of purchasing and installing such
additional equipment. If such additions are to be installed on or in place
of Sierra Pacific owned facilities, Sierra Pacific will perform the
purchase and installation of such facilities at the cost of Far West.
(c) Sierra Pacific's obligation to interconnect the Project is contingent
upon the approval of plans and specifications described above. Far West
shall not make any modification to its facilities, protection or control
equipment, or any other equipment which affects the delivery of electricity
without advance written notification to Sierra Pacific. Sierra Pacific
shall then have sixty (60) days from the receipt of such notification to
review such modifications subject to the terms and conditions set forth in
Section 8(a) above, and to notify Far West in writing of the outcome of its
review.
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11. Rules and Regulations. This Agreement has been made by Sierra Pacific
pursuant to its rules and regulations governing all matters contained
herein, filed with and approved by the Public Service Commission of Nevada,
("PSCN"), and this Agreement is subject to any changes or modifications to
such rules and regulations as well as any applicable decisions and orders
made by the PSCN.
12. Notice. Whenever in this Agreement it shall be required, permitted, or
desired that notice or demand be given by either Party to or on the other,
including notice of change of address of either Party, such notice or
demand shall be in writing and may be either personally served or sent by
United States mail and shall be deemed to have been given when personally
served or when deposited in the United States mail, certified or
registered, with postage prepaid, and properly addressed. For the purposes
hereof the addresses of the parties hereto (until notice of change thereof
is given as provided in this paragraph) shall be as follows:
If to Sierra Pacific:
Sierra Pacific Power Co.
Manager, Power and Fuel Contracts
0000 Xxxx Xxxx, Xxxx, XX 00000
X.X. Xxx 00000,
Xxxx, XX 00000
Phone: (000) 000-0000
Telecopy: (000) 000-0000
If to Far West:
Far West Capital
Xxxxxx X. Xxxxx
0000 Xxxx Xxxxx Xxxxx Xxx.
Xxxxxxx, Xxxx 00000
Phone: (000) 000-0000
Telecopy: (000) 000-0000
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13. Successors in Interest. This Agreement shall be binding on both Parties,
and on their heirs, successors in interest and permitted assigns; except as
provided in Section 15 below.
14. Assignment. Subject to Section 15 below, neither Party shall voluntarily
assign this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other Party.
Such consent shall not be unreasonably delayed or withheld.
15. Collateral Assignments. Either Party shall have the right, without the
other Party's consent, but with a thirty (30) day prior written notice to
the other Party, to make a collateral assignment of its rights under this
Agreement to satisfy the requirements of any development, construction, or
other long-term financing.
A collateral assignment as described above shall not constitute a delegation of
Seller's obligations under this Agreement, and this Agreement shall not bind the
collateral assignee. Any collateral assignee succeeding to any portion of the
ownership interest of Seller in the Project shall be considered Seller's
successor in interest and shall thereafter be bound by this Agreement.
16. Force Majeure. (a) The term Force Majeure as used herein means
unforeseeable causes beyond the reasonable control of and without the fault
or negligence of the party claiming Force Majeure including, but not
limited to, acts of God, labor disputes, sudden actions of the elements,
actions by federal, state, and municipal agencies; and actions of
legislative, judicial, or regulatory bodies which prohibit or seriously
impede performance under or compliance with the terms of this Agreement.
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21. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be interpreted, governed by and
construed according to the laws of the State of Nevada, as if executed and
to be performed wholly within the State of Nevada. Any litigation by the
Parties as to this Agreement shall be in a court of competent jurisdiction
in the State of Nevada.
22. Multiple Originals. Two copies of this Agreement have been executed by the
Parties. Each executed copy shall be deemed an original.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on this
29th day of October, 1988.
Sierra Pacific: Seller:
SIERRA PACIFIC POWER COMPANY FAR WEST CAPITAL, INC.
by /s/ Illegible by /s/ Illegible
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TITLE VICE PRESIDENT TITLE Illegible
ELECTRIC RESOURCES DATE 10-27-88
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FAR WEST ADDITION TO STEAMBOAT SPRINGS
GEOTHERMAL GENERATION PLANT
& ESTIMATED COSTS
COST ESTIMATES
Revenue Metering $40,000
Protection,
Regulator Controls 6,000
Coordination and Review 2,000
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Total $48,000
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