Trying to audit utility usage at privatized military housing on base. Housing contractor hired us but base utilities office is blocking meter access citing security protocols. Anyone navigated this bureaucracy before? There's definitely money to be saved here.
Military base privatized utilities - audit access issues
Roy - you'll need security clearance coordination through the base contracting office. Military installations are strict about utility infrastructure access. The housing contractor should help facilitate, but expect 6-8 weeks for clearance processing.
Anita's right about the clearance process. Also make sure your audit agreement includes provisions for security delays. Military audits always take longer than commercial work, but the savings potential is usually worth it.
Thanks both. Housing contractor is working on the clearance paperwork. At least we have the billing data to start with while waiting for meter access. This could be a 6-figure recovery if the patterns I'm seeing hold up.