Electrical vehicle charging stations

The City of Bridgeport, located in Fairfield County, Connecticut, is seeking proposals for the procurement and installation of electrical vehicle (EV) charging stations across multiple municipal locations. The Request for Proposal (RFP) requires a qualified distributor/operator/manufacturer to install, operate, and maintain nine Level 2 (240v) charging stations at strategic sites including the North End Library Branch, Margaret Morton Government Center, City Hall municipal parking lots, Klein Memorial Auditorium, Glenwood Park, and a Black Rock neighborhood public parking lot. The initial contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewals, potentially extending to five years total. Proposals are due on January 14, 2025, at 2:00 pm EST, with a project release date of November 25, 2024. The vendor must provide charging stations with no upfront costs to the city, covering electricity, equipment, operation, and maintenance, and will be responsible for all permitting, installation, and signage. The evaluation process will use a 100-point scale, with points allocated as follows: responsiveness (45 points), expertise and experience (20 points), personnel qualifications (25 points), and references (10 points).

The city encourages proposals from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), Women Business Enterprises (WBE), and local Bridgeport-based businesses, potentially offering additional evaluation points for such certifications. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the RFP indicates that the selected vendor will be required to share a percentage of revenue with the city. The charging stations are intended to serve multiple community needs, including municipal fleet vehicles, city employees, visitors to government buildings, cultural venues, parks, and local business districts. The comprehensive approach suggests potential support for local economic development, environmental sustainability, and municipal transportation electrification efforts. The strategic placement of charging stations across diverse city neighborhoods demonstrates a holistic approach to expanding EV charging infrastructure. Though no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the RFP implies that the city is seeking a comprehensive solution that integrates new charging technology into existing municipal infrastructure.