24-0173-2 Consultant Services for the Development & Adoption of an Energy Plan & Energy Audits

Chatham County, Georgia is seeking a qualified consultant to develop a comprehensive energy plan through Request for Proposals (RFP) 24-0173-2 for Consultant Services for Energy Plan Development and Energy Audits. The procurement aims to create a sustainable roadmap for the county's energy future, focusing on current energy consumption, reduction strategies, stakeholder engagement, and community-driven goals. The selected consultant will be responsible for establishing a baseline of county energy usage, engaging stakeholders, setting goals, prioritizing actions, and developing an implementation plan. Key deliverables include a detailed energy plan, stakeholder engagement documentation, energy audits, and minor facility improvements. Required qualifications include extensive experience in community-based energy planning, data analysis, energy auditing, and strategic energy plan development, with demonstrated familiarity with energy funding mechanisms and state/federal energy policies. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for November 19, 2024, with proposal submissions due by December 6, 2024. Evaluation criteria will encompass cost, experience, methodology, project schedule, and Minority/Women-owned Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) participation.

Chatham County is committed to increasing minority and women-owned business participation in this procurement, suggesting potential set-aside provisions or preferential evaluation for disadvantaged enterprises. While specific budget ranges were not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the comprehensive nature of the energy planning project implies a substantial investment in sustainable infrastructure development. The county will likely prioritize consultants with proven track records in municipal energy planning, strong community engagement capabilities, and demonstrated success in developing actionable sustainability strategies. The procurement appears open to consulting firms, energy planning specialists, and professional services organizations with relevant expertise in municipal energy management. The project represents an opportunity for vendors to position themselves as leaders in local government sustainability initiatives, with potential for future related engagements based on the successful implementation of the initial energy plan and audit services.