This RFP provides an example of how a utility can procure large-scale renewable energy resources through competitive solicitation. The document outlines requirements for renewable energy projects, proposal evaluation criteria, pricing and financial information, project execution plans, and power purchase agreement (PPA) considerations. Utilities, local governments, and other large energy buyers can use this resource as a reference when designing renewable energy procurements that seek new generation capacity, renewable energy certificates (RECs), and renewable energy projects paired with battery energy storage systems.
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.
CPS Energy Community Solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) RFP (2018)
This RFP solicits proposals for the development, ownership, operation, and maintenance of up to 5 MW of community solar generation under a power purchase agreement (PPA) with CPS Energy. The document outlines project requirements, proposal evaluation criteria, contract terms, and submission requirements. Cities and utilities can use this resource as an example of how to structure a community solar procurement and PPA solicitation.
City of Houston 30 MW Renewable Energy PPA RFP (2014)
Request for proposals issued by the City of Houston for a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) to procure up to 30 MW of renewable energy. The RFP outlines project requirements, evaluation criteria, contract terms, and proposal submission procedures for renewable energy developers seeking to supply electricity to the city under a long-term agreement.
Request for Proposals: New Braunfels Utilities-The Purchase of Renewable Capacity & Energy from Solar Energy Resources
This RFP provides an example of how a municipal utility can competitively procure utility-scale solar energy through a power purchase agreement. The solicitation includes project requirements, proposal pricing, financial qualification requirements, evaluation criteria, and contract negotiation provisions for long-term solar energy procurement.
24/7 Carbon-free energy for cities: Opportunities, challenges and pathways for urban energy systems
This resource explores how cities can pursue 24/7 carbon-free energy by matching electricity consumption with carbon-free energy sources on an hourly basis. It examines key opportunities, challenges, and procurement pathways, including the role of clean energy purchasing, grid interactions, storage, and policy strategies in achieving deeper decarbonization.
A Roadmap to Achieving 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy (for local governments)
This article explains the concept of 24/7 carbon-free energy and outlines steps local governments can take to match electricity consumption with carbon-free energy sources on an hourly basis. It discusses data needs, procurement strategies, demand-side solutions, and utility engagement opportunities to help cities advance deeper electricity sector decarbonization.
Local Government Cohort on 24/7 Carbon Free Energy
This initiative supports local governments pursuing 24/7 carbon-free energy goals by providing peer learning opportunities, technical assistance, and resources. The cohort helps cities collaborate on strategies to procure and match clean energy around the clock while advancing sustainability, reliability, and decarbonization objectives.
The Expanding Role of Local Governments in Transmission Planning
This webinar explores how local governments can engage in transmission planning and shape the development of the electric grid. It explains the implications of FERC Order 1920, highlights opportunities for local government participation, and discusses how transmission planning can support clean energy deployment, affordability, and grid reliability.
The Impacts of Wholesale Market Rules and Policies on Clean Energy Goals: A Primer for Local Governments
This paper discusses the evolving rules and policies of wholesale markets that can create barriers to local governments’ achievement of an effective and rapid clean energy transition. The report reviews the current barriers associated with transmission, market rules, and stakeholder processes across these markets while considering how these barriers affect local government clean energy and decarbonization goals, and the role of effective engagement in addressing these barriers.