State of New Hampshire - Firm Electricity Supply Services - RFB 3162-27 (2026)
New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services | State of New HampshireState · Concord, NH- Due
- Nov 17, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Ryan Fuller
- (603) 271-2201
The 30-second brief
The State of New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services is seeking competitive electric power supplier (CEPS) bids for firm supply and delivery of electricity for certain electrical accounts. The procurement covers a combined estimated annual usage of 93,183 MWh across four Local Distribution Companies (LDC), including Eversource Group 2 (Cannon Mountain) accounts. The contract term is 12, 24, or 36 months, commencing November 1, 2026, with potential one-year extensions up to five years total. Submissions are due by October 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST, following a two-phase process involving qualification statements and pricing submittals. Vendors must be registered as a CEPS with the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission and comply with NEPOOL and ISO-New England requirements.
Firm electricity supply services, Energy costs, Ancillary services & ISO costs, Transmission loss credits, Capacity costs (ICAP), Renewable portfolio standards (RPS)
Quality of Service (0-15 points), Reliability of Service (0-15 points), Coordination of Service (0-15 points), Unit Price ($/kWh) (10-55 points)
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Summary
The State of New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services is seeking competitive electric power supplier (CEPS) bids for firm supply and delivery of electricity for certain electrical accounts.
The procurement covers a combined estimated annual usage of 93,183 MWh across four Local Distribution Companies (LDC), including Eversource Group 2 (Cannon Mountain) accounts. The contract term is 12, 24, or 36 months, commencing November 1, 2026, with potential one-year extensions up to five years total. Submissions are due by October 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST, following a two-phase process involving qualification statements and pricing submittals. Vendors must be registered as a CEPS with the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission and comply with NEPOOL and ISO-New England requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Quality of Service (0-15 points)
- Reliability of Service (0-15 points)
- Coordination of Service (0-15 points)
- Unit Price ($/kWh) (10-55 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Firm electricity supply services
- Energy costs
- Ancillary services & ISO costs
- Transmission loss credits
- Capacity costs (ICAP)
- Renewable portfolio standards (RPS)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
18- Transmittal Letter
- General Provisions
- Additional Provisions
- Table of Contents
- Company Profile & Contact Information
- State of New Hampshire Vendor Application
- New Hampshire Secretary of State Registration
- Certificate of Insurance
- New Hampshire PUC Registration
- Certificate of Authority
- Financial Ranking documentation
- References
- Statement of Generation Sources & Fuel Types
- New Hampshire Environmental Disclosure Label
- Customer Complaints Disclosure
- NEPOOL & ISO-NE Documentation
- Electronic Transfers Documentation
- Signed copies of all addenda
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Concord, NH
- Reported agency
- State of New Hampshire
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services | State of New Hampshire?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 17, 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 Ryan Fuller.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services | State of New Hampshire in NH, 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 Bid 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 Ryan Fuller at (603) 271-2201. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Firm electricity supply services, Energy costs, Ancillary services & ISO costs, Transmission loss credits, Capacity costs (ICAP), Renewable portfolio standards (RPS). 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: "Quality of Service (0-15 points), Reliability of Service (0-15 points), Coordination of Service (0-15 points), Unit Price ($/kWh) (10-55 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 17, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Transmittal Letter, General Provisions, Additional Provisions, Table of Contents, Company Profile & Contact Information, State of New Hampshire Vendor Application, New Hampshire Secretary of State Reg. Review the full document from New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services | State of New Hampshire for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Concord, NH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.