(1) A utility may use service contracts when its tariff requires certain assurances from the customer for a specific service level such as a commitment to a minimum period of service.

(2) If the utility chooses to use service contracts, the utility must provide the commission with samples of the service contracts.

(a) Gas, electric, and water companies must provide the commission with samples of all service contracts currently in use.

(b) Telecommunications companies not classified as competitive must provide the commission with samples of current service contracts within five days after a request by the commission.