Evaluate Illinois' existing electric distribution interconnection rules, tariffs, policies, and procedures and develop recommendations for improvement. The Vendor shall conduct an independent review of the current interconnection framework, assess challenges and opportunities, monitor stakeholder discussions through the Commission's Interconnection Working Group, and prepare annual reports with findings and recommendations for Commission consideration. The contract resulting from this procurement will have an initial term commencing upon the last dated signature of the Parties and ending on September 30, 2030.