This cooperative solicitation from Montgomery County, Maryland sought renewable energy certificates (RECs) on behalf of the County and participating local government agencies. The RFREP outlines procurement requirements, REC eligibility criteria, environmental attributes, reporting requirements, and pricing structures. The document provides an example of how local governments can aggregate demand and use cooperative procurement to purchase renewable energy attributes and support clean energy goals.
Montgomery County Microgrids on County Facilities RFEP (2014)
This RFP from Montgomery County, Maryland sought public-private partners to develop, own, and operate microgrids on county facilities. The solicitation focused on improving resilience at critical public facilities through the deployment of distributed energy resources, including on-site generation, energy storage, and combined heat and power systems. The document provides an example of how local governments can procure microgrids and other distributed energy solutions through innovative public-private partnership models.
Green Upgrade Calculator
The Green Upgrade Calculator is an interactive tool that helps users evaluate the cost, energy, and environmental benefits of clean residential technologies. This includes any combination of upgrades such as rooftop solar, battery storage, air- and ground-source heat pumps, weatherization, heat pump water heaters, induction cooktops, and electric vehicles
City of Boulder Solar Strategy Implementation RFQ (2018)
This RFQ provides an example of how a city can procure technical expertise to develop and implement a local solar strategy. The document outlines qualifications sought for solar planning, financing, ownership models, community solar development, policy analysis, and project implementation support. Cities can use this resource as a reference when seeking consultants to evaluate solar deployment opportunities, develop financing strategies, assess regulatory considerations, and support municipal solar project development.
Request for Qualifications: Independent Power Producer for Solar Energy in Seychelles (2015)
RFQ issued by the Seychelles Ministry of Environment, Energy and Climate Change to identify and prequalify independent power producers (IPPs) for a future solar energy project. The RFQ seeks qualified developers to design, build, operate, and maintain a solar photovoltaic system that will supply electricity to the Seychelles grid through a power purchase agreement (PPA). Shortlisted bidders would later be invited to respond to a formal RFP.
National Grid: Request for Proposal for Non- Wires Alternative Solutions (2017)
This RFP solicits market-based non-wires alternative (NWA) solutions to address projected electric system constraints in Old Forge, New York. The document outlines project goals, evaluation criteria, and proposal requirements for distributed energy resources, demand response, energy efficiency, storage, and other alternatives that could defer or replace traditional transmission and distribution infrastructure investments. Cities and utilities can use this resource as an example of how to structure competitive solicitations for grid modernization and distributed energy solutions.
City of Minneapolis-Request for Information for Electricity from Renewable Generation Sources (2019)
RFI issued by the City of Minneapolis in 2019 to explore renewable electricity procurement options capable of meeting 100% renewable energy goals for both municipal operations and community-wide electricity use. The document outlines the city’s objectives, including additionality, local generation, affordability, workforce development, and long-term contracting considerations. Other local governments can use this RFI as a model for assessing renewable energy market opportunities, engaging potential suppliers, and shaping procurement strategies that align with ambitious clean energy and community-benefit goals.
Annapolis Landfill Solar RFP 2014
This RFP provides an example of how a local government can procure a developer for a renewable energy project on a closed landfill site. Issued by the City of Annapolis, the solicitation seeks proposals for the development, financing, operation, and maintenance of the Annapolis Renewable Energy Park on the city’s former landfill property. The document includes proposal requirements, evaluation criteria, lease terms, and supporting attachments for landfill solar development.
Request for Proposals to Develop a Solar Panel Array Project- SWACO
This RFP provides an example of how a public agency can solicit proposals to develop a solar panel array project on agency-owned property. Issued by SWACO, the solicitation outlines project requirements, proposal evaluation criteria, developer qualifications, financial considerations, implementation approaches, and contract terms for the development and operation of a solar energy project.
Request for Proposals: City of San Antonio-Municipal On-Site Solar PV System Services
This RFP provides an example of how a local government can procure on-site solar photovoltaic systems across municipal facilities. Issued by the City of San Antonio, the solicitation outlines project scope, proposal requirements, evaluation criteria, pricing structures, site information, electricity usage data, and contract provisions for rooftop and parking canopy solar installations.