Does OPPD offer rebates for energy-efficiency improvements for commercial buildings?
I am interested in installing a windmill. What are OPPD's requirements?
Why do I have to pay a deposit and when will it be refunded?
I don’t think my bill is accurate. Who do I call?
I’m planning on constructing a new building. Who do I contact and what information does OPPD need to get my project started?
I need my transformer relocated. Is there a charge for this?
I'm adding load to my facility. How do I know if my transformer is sized correctly?
I want to arrange a short outage so I can do some electrical work on my panel. How do I get this arranged?
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OPPD customer service representatives are available from 7 a.m. to 12 midnight, seven days a week. Please call 536-4131 in the Omaha area, and 1-877-536-4131 outside of the metro area.
OPPD's 24-hour emergency/outage number is 1-800-554-OPPD. (The 1-800 prefix must be dialed even if the call is local.)
Does OPPD offer rebates for energy-efficiency improvements for commercial buildings?
Omaha Public Power District offers a one-time incentive of $50 per nominal ton for the installation of the following types of electric heat pump HVAC systems in commercial and industrial facilities:
- Air-Source Heat Pumps with A Minimum SEER of 13.0
- Water-source Heat Pumps
- Geothermal Heat Pumps
For more information on OPPD's Commercial Heat Pump Programs, click here
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I am interested in installing a windmill. What are OPPD's requirements?
If you are considering installation of generation equipment, you should contact OPPD @ 552-4930 to talk to a representative about your particular installation. It is important to become familiar with all local, state and federal requirements concerning installation, operation, and maintenance of equipment and OPPD's representative can review this information with you.
OPPD requirements for generation equipment that operates electrically isolated from the OPPD system (open transition) can be found in the OPPD General Wiring and Metering Specifications Manual. OPPD requires notification, consultation, and inspection for all standby generator installations. Please see our Meter Manual.
Equipment that operates or is capable of operation while electrically connected to or parallel to the OPPD system must meet stringent OPPD requirements including an OPPD application and review process and execution of written operating agreements. OPPD will often require the generator facility to install an exterior service disconnect switch, protective relaying, and other specialized equipment. The specific technical requirements for generation equipment capable of 'closed transition' operation can be found in the OPPD Distributed Generation Manual. Click here for information on energy purchase rates.
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Why do I have to pay a deposit and when will it be refunded?
Deposits are utilized to control costs associated with collection activities and to ensure that costs associated with collection activities are not passed on to our other rate payers. Deposits are assessed on all new general service customers and previous general service customers who currently do not have service.
OPPD offers several account security options other than deposits.
• Surety Bond – obtained from your insurance company • Irrevocable letter of credit – obtained from your financial institution
General Service customers are eligible for a refund after 4 years of service if they have maintained a good pay history. Customers can have no more than two late payment charges in 4 years to qualify.
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I don’t think my bill is accurate. Who do I call?
Contact OPPD’s Call Center @ 536-4131 and a representative will be happy to review this with you.
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I’m planning on constructing a new building. Who do I contact and what information does OPPD need to get my project started?
It is always great to contact your OPPD representative as early as possible when planning a new construction project. You can call 636-3536 to reach the appropriate Electrical Service Designer or Account Executive or go to OPPD.com's section on Electrical Service Designers.
Below is a checklist which identifies the information that will be required.
Information Needed Prior to New or Upgraded Service
Project identification
1. Project name
2. Owner’s name and phone number
3. Contact person’s name and phone number
4. Architect and consulting engineer
5. General contractor and electrical contractor (when known)
6. Project address/service address 7. Legal description (for easements, if needed)
Building location
1. Site plan
2. Building elevations
3. Grade changes planned
4. Distribution pole relocations
Electrical Data
1. Total connected load details:
a. Lighting kW
b. Motor HP
c. Heating kW
d. Air conditioning kW or tonnage
e. Miscellaneous
2. kW of largest unit of load
3. Estimated maximum demand in kW (if available)
4. Type of transformer installation desired:
a. Padmount
b. Overhead
c. Other
5. Point of entrance desired
6. Voltage and phases desired
7. Electrical one-line diagram
8. Number and size of each main disconnect
9. Number and size of line and load conductors
10. Meter location desired
11. kVa meter or specialized (pulse) metering needed
12. If rewiring, old meter number
13. Possible future load additions
Time Schedule
1. Work drawings, start and completion dates
2. Bid date
3. Permanent service date
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I need my transformer relocated. Is there a charge for this?
Typically relocation of equipment can have fees associated but these are handled on a case by case basis. Fee determination is based on the reason for relocation, easement and/or right of way details, and time, labor and materials involved. Please contact your Account Executive or Electrical Service Designer to schedule an appointment. Click here to find your representative contact information or call 636-3536 to schedule an appointment.
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I'm adding load to my facility. How do I know if my transformer is sized correctly?
When adding electrical load to an existing facility you should always contact your OPPD Account Executive or Electrical Service Designer to discuss your plans to ensure that OPPD facilities can accommodate your new load. This is also a good time to review your rate to ensure you are on the best rate. To contact your OPPD representative please click here.
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I want to arrange a short outage so I can do some electrical work on my panel. How do I get this arranged?
Outages can be scheduled by contacting your Account Executive, Electrical Service Designer or Customer Service Analyst. Call 636-3536 and your call will be transferred to the appropriate personnel.
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