Electrification Services at CNU in Leadville, CO

Energy Outreach Colorado Efficiency (EOCE) is soliciting electrification services for a community-scale pilot project in Leadville, Colorado, specifically targeting the CNU mobile home park and two adjacent properties. The procurement involves comprehensive electrical upgrades for sixteen homes, including installing mini-split systems with condensing units and thermostats, upgrading electrical service to a minimum of 125 amps, furnishing and installing induction stoves and electric resistance water heaters, and constructing battery backup storage system sheds. The solicitation was published on October 8, 2024, with quote submissions due by October 14, 2024, at 10am, and the contract term extending from the award date through June 30, 2025. Evaluation criteria will prioritize price/cost as the primary factor, with additional considerations including sample quality and lead time. Respondents must provide detailed information demonstrating their experience working in mobile home parks and low-income communities. The pricing structure allows for up to 8% administration fee on labor and materials, and contractors must include all associated delivery and installation costs.

The procurement appears to be part of the CEO Weatherization Assistance Program, which suggests potential preference for vendors experienced in low-income housing improvements or energy efficiency projects. While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned, the project's focus on community-scale electrification implies potential advantages for local or minority-owned businesses with relevant expertise. The solicitation does not specify a precise budget range, but the scope of work covering sixteen homes suggests a moderate-scale project. No incumbent vendors were identified in the documentation. The project requires integration with existing mobile home infrastructure, demanding contractors have technical capabilities to perform electrical service upgrades, install complex heating and cooling systems, and construct supplementary storage structures. Respondents will need to demonstrate technical proficiency, cost-effectiveness, and a comprehensive understanding of electrification services in low-income residential settings.