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Howard County Community Solar Subscriber Coordination Services RFP 03-2027

Fifth District Volunteer Fire Department (Howard County Fire & Rescue)
Due
Aug 26, 2026
Deadline passed
Posted
Jul 28, 2026
Primary contact
Dean Hof
(410) 313-4239
Deadline passedClosed Aug 26

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What they're buying

Howard County seeks a contractor for end-to-end subscriber acquisition, onboarding, and management of its 4-MW Community Solar Program. Services include customer service, compliance reporting, and coordination with local nonprofits.

What you must deliver

Subscriber acquisition, Onboarding, Customer service, Program management, Compliance reporting

SUMMARY

Howard County seeks a contractor for end-to-end subscriber acquisition, onboarding, and management of its 4-MW Community Solar Program. Services include customer service, compliance reporting, and coordination with local nonprofits.

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

5
  • Subscriber acquisition
  • Onboarding
  • Customer service
  • Program management
  • Compliance reporting
Submit to
6751 Columbia Gateway Drive, Suite 226, Columbia, Maryland, 21046
Scope location
Columbia, MD
Reported agency
Howard County

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from Fifth District Volunteer Fire Department (Howard County Fire & Rescue)?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 26, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 6751 Columbia Gateway Drive, Suite 226, Columbia, Maryland, 21046. For questions, contact Dean Hof.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including Fifth District Volunteer Fire Department (Howard County Fire & Rescue) in MD, 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 Dean Hof at (410) 313-4239. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Subscriber acquisition, Onboarding, Customer service, Program management, Compliance reporting. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.

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Where can I find more RFPs from Fifth District Volunteer Fire Department (Howard County Fire & Rescue)?

All active and historical solicitations from Fifth District Volunteer Fire Department (Howard County Fire & Rescue) are tracked and searchable. As a fire district agency, Fifth District Volunteer Fire Department (Howard County Fire & Rescue) 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. Review the full document from Fifth District Volunteer Fire Department (Howard County Fire & Rescue) for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Columbia, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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