City of East St. Louis Community Solar Outreach & Subscriber Management Contractor RFQ 26-033 2026
Town of East St. LouisCity · East St. Louis, IL- Due
- Aug 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tereyowna Martin
- (618) 600-1919
The 30-second brief
The City of East St. Louis is soliciting qualifications for three independent contractors to provide community solar outreach and subscriber management services. Contractors will support the City's Community Solar Initiative through resident engagement and enrollment activities by August 24, 2026.
Copy of the RFQ, Cover Letter, Current Resume, List of references, Disclosure Affidavit, Vendor Information Request Form, W9
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 qualifications for three independent contractors to provide community solar outreach and subscriber management services. Contractors will support the City's Community Solar Initiative through resident engagement and enrollment activities by August 24, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Copy of the RFQ
- Cover Letter
- Current Resume
- List of references
- Disclosure Affidavit
- Vendor Information Request Form
- W9
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Disclosure Affidavit
- Vendor Information Request Form
- W-9
REQUIRED STAFFING
Lead/Supervisor, Outreach & Subscriber Management Contractors
- Submit to
- Office of the City Clerk, Attn: Debra Hamilton-Tidwell, 1st Floor, City Hall, 301 River Park Drive, East St. Louis, IL 62201
- Scope location
- East St. Louis, IL
- Reported agency
- City of East St. Louis
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of East St. Louis?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 24, 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: Office of the City Clerk, Attn: Debra Hamilton-Tidwell, 1st Floor, City Hall, 301 River Park Drive, 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 Town 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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Lead/Supervisor, Outreach & Subscriber Management Contractors. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Copy of the RFQ, Cover Letter, Current Resume, List of references, Disclosure Affidavit, Vendor Information Request Form, W9. 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: "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 Town of East St. Louis?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of East St. Louis are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town 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: Disclosure Affidavit, Vendor Information Request Form, W-9. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town 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.