DW25-001 Performance Based Energy Conservation Contract

Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) in Grand Traverse County, Michigan, has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Comprehensive, Performance-Based Energy Conservation Program. The RFP seeks proposals from qualified Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) to design and implement various energy efficiency and infrastructure upgrades at TCAPS facilities. The scope of work includes performing facility audits, identifying and designing energy conservation measures, and providing a guaranteed energy savings program in accordance with Michigan state law. Proposals are due by October 14, 2024, and a mandatory pre-proposal conference will be held on October 2, 2024. TCAPS expects the project to begin by December 1, 2024, and be substantially completed by December 31, 2026. Bidders must be NAESCO-accredited Energy Service Providers and offer in-house energy management system service capabilities. Proposed energy conservation measures should provide a minimum one-year warranty, and the contractor must provide a first-party energy savings guarantee.

The RFP does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent vendor or current contractor is not specified. The RFP also does not provide any information on possible award values or budget ranges for the project. However, TCAPS will not incur any start-up costs, and the district will determine the financing method and term for the project.