Supply Side Energy and Management Services
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FY25_SupplySideEnergyManagement_RFI
- Agency
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Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541690 Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
- Place of performance
- Washington, District of Columbia 20405, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The General Services Administration (GSA) Public Buildings Service is seeking contractors for Energy Supply Acquisition Management Services to support its extensive energy portfolio management needs. This Sources Sought announcement aims to identify qualified contractors with expertise in technical market advice, forecasting, analysis, and program management for utility services. The GSA currently manages approximately 398 natural gas accounts and 927 electricity accounts across multiple states, with a goal of achieving 100% carbon pollution-free electricity by 2030. Key requirements include technical market advice, program management, familiarity with federal procurement laws, and capabilities in areas such as REC attestation, contract management, and energy market analysis. Responses to the pre-solicitation notice must be submitted by January 29, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST, with interested contractors required to address a comprehensive set of questions detailing their corporate experience and capabilities.
The pre-solicitation notice does not specify a specific set-aside designation and does not indicate an estimated contract value. The NAICS code for this opportunity is 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services), with a size standard of $16.5 million in average annual receipts. The GSA's current energy portfolio includes approximately 21.5 million dekatherms of natural gas annually and 4.6 billion kilowatt hours of electricity, spanning 137 natural gas contracts and 32 electricity contracts across 80 and 30 utilities, respectively. Contractors will be evaluated on their ability to provide comprehensive energy management services, including market forecasting, risk management, procurement strategy development, and support for achieving carbon pollution-free electricity goals. The opportunity is structured as a voluntary information-gathering exercise to identify potential contractors for future solicitation.
Notice text
GSA seeks contractors for Energy Supply Acquisition Management Services to manage its extensive energy portfolio. This announcement aims to identify qualified contractors with expertise in technical market advice, forecasting, analysis, and program management. The NAICS Code is 541690, with a size standard of $16.5 million in average annual receipts.
Overview
This is a Sources Sought announcement only. No solicitation is available at this time, and this notice does not constitute a commitment by the Government.
Background
GSA currently manages an energy portfolio including:
- Natural gas: ~398 accounts, ~21.5 million dekatherms annually, 137 contracts across 80 utilities in 35 states
- Electricity: ~927 accounts, ~4.6 billion kilowatt hours annually, 32 contracts across 30 utilities in 15 states
GSA procures utility services under 40 U.S.C. § 501(b) and § 502. Executive Order 14057 sets a goal of 100% carbon pollution-free electricity by 2030, including 50% 24/7 CFE.
Purpose
GSA aims to identify contractors capable of providing:
- Technical expert-level market advice
- Market forecasting and analysis
- Program and acquisition management
- Familiarity with federal procurement and appropriations law
- In-depth financial and life cycle cost analysis
Technical Services Required
Program Management
- REC attestation collection and reporting
- Contract component updates and calculations
- NGAP account management (minimum 398 accounts)
- Billing, payment, and account discrepancy resolution
- Information preparation for agency requests
Advisory Services
- Weekly energy market condition updates
- Risk management strategy development
- Portfolio management recommendations
- Procurement strategy creation
- Renewable energy market analysis
Pre and Post Award Services
- Data repository creation and maintenance
- Historical utility data collection
- Government POC and RFP participant engagement
- Energy supply RFP development
- Pre-proposal conference hosting
- Strategic pricing recommendations
Submission Guidelines
Response Deadline
- Date: January 29, 2025
- Time: 4:00 PM EST
Contact Information
- Inquiries: Collette Scott
- Email: collette.scott@gsa.gov
Response Requirements
- Content: Address all attached questions with detailed examples of relevant corporate experience.
- Specificity: Ensure responses are tailored to the requested scope.
Important Note
- Submission of information is voluntary and does not guarantee any obligation or award from the government.
Section 508 Compliance
This announcement complies with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Additional Information
The attached questions document is crucial for your response. Please ensure you address all questions thoroughly to demonstrate your capabilities and experience.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Supply Side Energy and Management Services Questions.pdf |
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