Seeking viable and cost-effective proposals for (1) the development and construction of energy generation projects in Northern Maine and (2) a transmission line or lines to connect such generation projects with the ISO-NE system. The Commission is seeking bids for the sale of energy and renewable energy credits (RECs) that pair one or more generation facilities in Northern Maine with a transmission line or lines necessary to connect at least 1,200 MW of resources to ISO-NE. Awards will result in two contract types: (1) Generation - One or more 20-year term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with payments contingent on deliverability; and (2) Transmission - A Voluntary Agreement between appropriate agencies in coordinating states and transmission developers which will provide cost recovery through a cost-based formula rate approved by FERC under Section 205 of the Federal Power Act. Key dates: RFP issued December 19, 2025; Intent to Bid Form due for Standalone Transmission Proposals January 23, 2026; Final Date for Submitting Questions February 13, 2026; Proposals due February 27, 2026; Commission review and negotiation begins February 27, 2026; Signed Term Sheet for Coordination Agreements due April 1, 2026; Commission decision and award no later than May 2026; Finalize Key Contract Terms no later than July 2026; Transmission developer files FERC Section 205 no later than July 2026.