Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Market-Based Rates
This FAQ was prepared by Commission Staff in order to assist market-based rate applicants and Sellers in complying with the Commission’s requirements with regard to market-based rate authorization.
Form No. 715 - Annual Transmission Planning and Evaluation Report
Form No. 715 Overview
Each transmitting utility that operates integrated transmission system facilities that are rated at or above 100 kilovolts (kV), must annually submit this information to the Commission.
Form No. 714 - Annual Electric Balancing Authority Area and Planning Area Report
Form 714 Viewer Software Overview
The Form 714 Viewer software is designed to provide the best performance, maximum availability, and the richest set of features to assist users in viewing Form 714 data that has been filed with FERC.
Form No. 714 - Annual Electric Balancing Authority Area and Planning Area Report
Form 714 Overview
The Commission collects data from electric utility balancing authority and planning areas in the United States.
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Initial Applications
An entity seeking to make market-based rate sales of energy, capacity and ancillary services in the wholesale markets must first seek authorization from the Commission. An applicant obtains such authorization by order of the Commission.
Electric and MBR Step-by-Step Filing
The following shows how to submit a tariff and completed application using the eTariff system. If you are a new Seller and need information regarding what to include in an application, see our initial application guide.
Form No. 715 - Annual Transmission Planning and Evaluation Report: Filing Instructions
2025 Filing Instructions
Filings must be submitted to the Commission on or before Tuesday, April 1st 2025.