AEP is seeking spot delivery proposals for up to 300 000 short t of coal, FOB barge, beginning in October 2016 and ending in December 2016.

In addition, AEP is seeking spot delivery proposals for up to 1 million short t of coal, FOB barge and up to 500 000 short t of coal, FOB CSX rail, in 2017.

The company has reported it is open to alternative pricing structures or other innovative, value-added concepts. Proposals with alternative terms will be accepted. Accepted bids will be at AEP's discretion.