Efficiency Delivered Program

The Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 8252 for its Efficiency Delivered Program, seeking qualified licensed contractors to provide residential energy and water efficiency retrofit services within its service territory in Orlando, St. Cloud, and portions of Orange and Osceola counties. The program targets single-family homes, townhomes, and condos, offering comprehensive retrofitting services including HVAC duct/air return repairs, attic insulation, caulking, weather-stripping, door sweeps, window film, A/C filter replacement, minor plumbing repairs, toilet replacements, and irrigation repairs. Contractors must demonstrate a minimum of 5 years of similar service experience, possess appropriate licensing, and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage. The proposal is due on March 11, 2025, by 2:00 PM EST, with a contract term of five years and two potential one-year renewal options. Evaluation criteria will likely include contractor qualifications, experience, technical capabilities, and pricing, with a tiered cost-sharing model where OUC contributes 50-85% of project costs based on household income levels. The program anticipates servicing approximately 200 homes annually, with contractors required to provide itemized quotes and allow customers to finance their portion through up to 24 monthly installments on their OUC account.

The RFP does not explicitly mention set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but it does require extensive pre-screening practices including drug screening, workers' compensation history review, driver's license verification, pre-employment physicals, and criminal background checks. As of the Notice of Intent to Award dated April 1, 2025, Ferran Services & Contracting has been recommended for contract award, subject to final negotiation and execution. The pricing sheet indicates a comprehensive range of unit pricing for 33 specific service line items, suggesting potential annual program values in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. Contractors must adhere to strict technical specifications, including WaterSense labeled fixtures and energy efficiency standards, and demonstrate robust training initiatives and drug-free workplace policies. The program leaves open the possibility of future expansion to commercial properties, with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction, quality control, and overall energy and water conservation goals. The solicitation allows for flexible payment structures and provides detailed guidelines for service delivery across the specified geographic regions.