Town of Carbondale IL Strategic Energy Plan RFP 2025
Town of CarbondaleCity · Carbondale, IL- Due
- Jan 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 26, 2025
- Primary contact
- Hannah Weber
- (618) 457-3246
The 30-second brief
The City of Carbondale, Illinois, is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to develop a comprehensive, city-wide Strategic Energy Plan funded through an Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) grant. The selected consultant will identify and prioritize strategies for energy efficiency, greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction, and renewable energy generation. All grant funds must be obligated by May 30, 2026, with the full scope of services completed by that date. Proposals are due by January 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Written questions must be submitted to Hannah Weber by January 6, 2026.
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Summary
The City of Carbondale, Illinois, is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to develop a comprehensive, city-wide Strategic Energy Plan funded through an Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) grant.
The selected consultant will identify and prioritize strategies for energy efficiency, greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction, and renewable energy generation. All grant funds must be obligated by May 30, 2026, with the full scope of services completed by that date. Proposals are due by January 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Written questions must be submitted to Hannah Weber by January 6, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Strategic Energy Plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Revised Request for Proposals
- Submit to
- Sustainability Coordinator, City of Carbondale, 200 S. Illinois Avenue, Carbondale, IL 62901
- Scope location
- Carbondale, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Carbondale?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 15, 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: Sustainability Coordinator, City of Carbondale, 200 S. Illinois Avenue, Carbondale, IL 62901. For questions, contact Hannah Weber.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Carbondale 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 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 Hannah Weber at (618) 457-3246. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Strategic Energy Plan. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Carbondale?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Carbondale are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Carbondale 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Revised Request for Proposals. Review the full document from Town of Carbondale for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Carbondale, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.