Connecticut DEEP Energy Storage RFP
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental ProtectionState · Hartford, CT- Due
- Apr 18, 2024
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 11, 2024
- Contract term
- 20 years
The 30-second brief
Request for proposals for new or incremental energy storage systems in Connecticut. DEEP may select up to 450 MW, with a maximum project size of 250 MW. Contracts for fleet electrification are limited to 20 years. Policy objectives include displacing fossil fuel generation, interconnecting large electrical loads, and supporting renewable generation.
Stage One: minimum threshold requirements. Stage Two: quantitative (75 points) including indirect economic benefits and multi-year net present value analysis; and qualitative (25 points) including consistency with CES and IRP, contribution to system reliability, public participation, environmental justice, labor impacts, economic development, and environmental quality.
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Summary
Request for proposals for new or incremental energy storage systems in Connecticut.
DEEP may select up to 450 MW, with a maximum project size of 250 MW. Contracts for fleet electrification are limited to 20 years. Policy objectives include displacing fossil fuel generation, interconnecting large electrical loads, and supporting renewable generation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Stage One: minimum threshold requirements. Stage Two: quantitative (75 points) including indirect economic benefits and multi-year net present value analysis; and qualitative (25 points) including consistency with CES and IRP, contribution to system reliability, public participation, environmental justice, labor impacts, economic development, and environmental quality.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Appendix A: Proposal Submission Instructions
- Appendix C: Certification
- Appendix D: Consent to Submittal to PURA
- Appendix G: Site Control Affidavit(s)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Connecticut
- Reported agency
- Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 18, 2024. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection in CT, 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.
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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: "Stage One: minimum threshold requirements. Stage Two: quantitative (75 points) including indirect economic benefits and multi-year net present value analysis; and qualitative (25 points) including con..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 20 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Appendix A: Proposal Submission Instructions, Appendix C: Certification, Appendix D: Consent to Submittal to PURA, Appendix G: Site Control Affidavit(s).. Review the full document from Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Connecticut. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.