City of Belfast Additional Solar Electricity Generation RFP 2026
City of BelfastCity · Belfast, ME- Due
- May 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Thomas Kittredge
The 30-second brief
The City of Belfast, Maine is seeking proposals from qualified firms to develop and implement additional solar electricity generation to offset a 509,534 kWh gap between current municipal consumption and existing generation. The project aims to close this gap through the Net Energy Billing (per kWh) Program to reduce electrical supply and delivery costs. Proposals must address energy generation capability, equipment, location, timeline, financial incentives, ownership structure, total cost, and payback period. Evaluation is based on the Project Proposal (75%), Experience (20%), and Personnel/Capacity (5%). Submissions are limited to 25 digital pages and must be received via email by 4:00 PM on May 20, 2026. Questions are due by May 13, 2026.
Project Proposal, Experience List, Personnel and Capacity Statement
Project Proposal (75%), Experience (20%), Personnel and Capacity (5%)
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Summary
The City of Belfast, Maine is seeking proposals from qualified firms to develop and implement additional solar electricity generation to offset a 509,534 kWh gap between current municipal consumption and existing generation.
The project aims to close this gap through the Net Energy Billing (per kWh) Program to reduce electrical supply and delivery costs. Proposals must address energy generation capability, equipment, location, timeline, financial incentives, ownership structure, total cost, and payback period. Evaluation is based on the Project Proposal (75%), Experience (20%), and Personnel/Capacity (5%). Submissions are limited to 25 digital pages and must be received via email by 4:00 PM on May 20, 2026. Questions are due by May 13, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Project Proposal
- Experience List
- Personnel and Capacity Statement
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Listing of City of Belfast electrical accounts
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Belfast, ME
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Belfast?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 20, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Thomas Kittredge.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Belfast in ME, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Thomas Kittredge. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project Proposal, Experience List, Personnel and Capacity Statement. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Project Proposal (75%), Experience (20%), Personnel and Capacity (5%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Belfast?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Belfast are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Belfast regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Listing of City of Belfast electrical accounts. Review the full document from City of Belfast for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Belfast, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.