Overview
On PRISMA, you can also book capacity at some network points on a first-come-first-served basis. The platform acts, therefore, as an intermediary between TSO and you with respect to all booking information (e.g. request, confirmation of availability).
This is how the FCFS booking process works:
1. Capacity is sold at the regulated tariff;
2. The user requests a certain amount and the system checks whether the requested amount is available;
3. If the requested capacity is not available, the TSO may send alternatives, which will be automatically displayed on the platform.
NOTE: Not all TSOs offer FCFS capacity.
Instructions
To book FCFS capacity on PRISMA, do as follows:
1. Log into your PRISMA account;
2. Click on "Transport" on the top blue menu;
3. Then, click on "FCFS Booking" in the white menu just below;
4. You will land on the "Regular FCFS" tab;
5. Enter the network point at which you'd like to book capacity in the search box. A drop-down menu will display the available options. Select the relevant one;
6. Then, click on "Next" to proceed.
Now, in step 2, enter the following data:
1. The capacity category and quantity;
2. The type of runtime for which you'd like to book the capacity. If you select "custom," the "Runtime" fields will become editable and you will be able to enter the exact period. Otherwise, the fields will be prefilled according to your choice;
3. Then, click on "Check Availability" to proceed;
NOTE: the availability check may take up to three minutes.
In step 3, do as follows:
1. If the requested capacity is available, you will be able to confirm your booking and finalize the process. Note that the "Not Interested" option for the alternatives is pre-selected;
2. If the requested capacity is not available, you may be able to select suggested alternatives should there be any;
3. At the bottom of the page, you will be able to view trade proposals that match your request should there be any;
4. If applicable, enter your balancing group code at the end of the process;
5. Then, read and accept the terms and conditions by ticking the box;
6. At last, click on "Submit."
Note: if no alternative capacity is available, you will not be able to continue and if you still wish to book capacity via FCFS, you must start a new booking with different specifications.
After the submission, you will see the screen below with the details of your booking and the notice on its status:
Once the FCFS booking is received by the TSO, you will see the following screen:
