Oregon Department of Energy bids, RFPs and contracts
Salem, OregonPop. 4,273,586 · oregon.gov/energy/pages/default.aspx- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 18, 2026
- 39 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 44
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 3
- Contracts
- 273
- 176 vendors
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44 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Oregon Department of Energy's meetings, most in capital projects and utilities. The latest, from Sep 18: At its September 18, 2026 meeting, the council reviewed Draft Final Order action on Amendment 2 for the Oregon Trail Solar Facility. The amendment would split the approved project into a 41 MW solar facility and a separate 20 MW battery energy storage system, remove wind turbines, and update conditions. The source says the draft final order found no new or different impacts and presented approval as the recommended option.
Utilities leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Legal & Compliance.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 3. Latest awards: Yellow Rosebush Energy Center LLC for yellow Rosebush Energy Center Faces Final Review (Sep 2026) and Avangrid Power LLC for council Reviews Oregon Trail Solar Amendment 2 (Sep 2026).
44 pre-RFPs tracked at Oregon Department of Energy. See all 44, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Oregon Department of Energy's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Oregon Department of Energy is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Oregon Department of Energy buys from, taken from council records. 273 contracts with 176 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Oregon Department of Energy.
Questions about Oregon Department of Energy
How do I become an approved vendor for Oregon Department of Energy?
Oregon Department of Energy currently works with 176 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 5 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Oregon Department of Energy?
Small purchases under OR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Utilities (54), Capital Projects (25), and Legal & Compliance (22), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Oregon Department of Energy publish RFPs?
Oregon Department of Energy publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 30 solicitations from Oregon Department of Energy. The most active RFP sectors are Utilities, Capital Projects, Legal & Compliance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Oregon Department of Energy?
At Oregon Department of Energy, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Oregon Department of Energy. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 5 decision-makers at Oregon Department of Energy.
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What does Oregon Department of Energy spend the most on?
Based on 127 tracked contracts, Oregon Department of Energy spends most on Utilities (54), Capital Projects (25), Legal & Compliance (22), Environmental Services (13), and Public Safety (13). Contract types include OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Oregon Department of Energy's current vendors?
Oregon Department of Energy currently works with vendors including YELLOW ROSEBUSH ENERGY CENTER LLC, AVANGRID POWER LLC, SAVION LLC, SHUTLER ENERGY STORAGE LLC, CITI BANK, PORTLAND GENERAL ELECTRIC (PGE), BURLINGTON NORTHERN RAILROAD COMPANY, HITTMAN TRANSPORT, and UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does Oregon Department of Energy have?
Oregon Department of Energy currently has 30 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Utilities (54), Capital Projects (25), and Legal & Compliance (22). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OR's state portal, and other sources.