City of East St. Louis - Community Solar Outreach & Subscriber Management Consultant - RFQ 26-036 (2026)
City of East St. LouisCity · East St. Louis, IL- Due
- Sep 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tereyowna Martin
- (618) 600-1919
The 30-second brief
The City of East St. Louis is soliciting Statements of Qualifications for independent contractors to provide Community Solar Outreach and Subscriber Management Services supporting the City's Community Solar Initiative, funded through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Equitable Energy Future Grant. The project requires selecting three contractors—one Lead/Supervisor and two Outreach & Subscriber Management Contractors—to conduct resident outreach, public engagement, program enrollment, subscriber recordkeeping, and database management. Applicants must show relevant experience, community engagement skills, and participation in Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) or Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA) programs. Submissions are due by September 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM to the City Clerk.
Relevant Community Outreach Experience - 25 Points, Community Solar / Clean Energy Knowledge - 20 Points, Subscriber Management / Administrative Experience - 20 Points, CEJA / FEJA Workforce Training - 15 Points, Communication, Organization & Professionalism - 10 Points, References - 10 Points
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Summary
The City of East St.
Louis is soliciting Statements of Qualifications for independent contractors to provide Community Solar Outreach and Subscriber Management Services supporting the City's Community Solar Initiative, funded through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Equitable Energy Future Grant. The project requires selecting three contractors—one Lead/Supervisor and two Outreach & Subscriber Management Contractors—to conduct resident outreach, public engagement, program enrollment, subscriber recordkeeping, and database management. Applicants must show relevant experience, community engagement skills, and participation in Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) or Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA) programs. Submissions are due by September 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM to the City Clerk.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Relevant Community Outreach Experience - 25 Points
- Community Solar / Clean Energy Knowledge - 20 Points
- Subscriber Management / Administrative Experience - 20 Points
- CEJA / FEJA Workforce Training - 15 Points
- Communication
- Organization & Professionalism - 10 Points
- References - 10 Points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Cover Letter
- Current Résumé
- List of references
- Disclosure Affidavit
- Vendor Information Request Form
- W9
- Submit to
- Debra Hamilton-Tidwell, City Clerk, City of East St. Louis, 301 River Park Drive, 1st Floor, East St. Louis, IL 62201
- Scope location
- East St. Louis, IL
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of East St. Louis?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Debra Hamilton-Tidwell, City Clerk, City of East St. Louis, 301 River Park Drive, 1st Floor, East St. Louis, IL 62201. For questions, contact Tereyowna Martin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of East St. Louis in IL, 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 RFQ 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 Tereyowna Martin at (618) 600-1919. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Relevant Community Outreach Experience - 25 Points, Community Solar / Clean Energy Knowledge - 20 Points, Subscriber Management / Administrative Experience - 20 Points, CEJA / FEJA Workforce Training..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of East St. Louis?
All active and historical solicitations from City of East St. Louis are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of East St. Louis 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 RFQ?
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: Cover Letter, Current Résumé, List of references, Disclosure Affidavit, Vendor Information Request Form, W9. Review the full document from City of East St. Louis for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: East St. Louis, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.