Energy conservation measures JPS4

Jackson Public Schools (JPS) in Jackson, Michigan has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) through a Guaranteed Energy Savings Contract (GESC). The procurement seeks comprehensive sustainability and energy conservation services across 11 district facilities totaling over 1,000,000 square feet and serving approximately 4,400 students. Six specific exhibits are included in the solicitation: Smart Walk-In Coolers/Freezers, Bio-Enzymatic Cleaning and Laminar Flow, Boiler Optimization, Water Conservation Valves, Water Conservation Terminal Devices, and Water Leak Detection Network. Evaluation criteria will be weighted 50% on value/cost savings and 40% on vendor qualifications, including materials, company background, and installation schedule control. Key procurement dates include a bid submission deadline of March 11, 2025, with a shortlist announcement on March 22, 2025, and awardees to be announced on March 29, 2025, with a project completion deadline of October 31, 2025. Vendors may submit proposals for one or all exhibits, and JPS anticipates potentially allocating work to multiple companies.

The RFP requires vendors to comply with Michigan prevailing wage laws and provide background-checked personnel for the project. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, vendors must meet technical specifications for each ECM and provide performance bonds for contracts exceeding $50,000. The project aims to reduce utility consumption, maintenance costs, and operational hours while improving the learning environment through a turnkey approach that includes labor, materials, supplies, equipment, measurement & verification, and comprehensive documentation. Liquidated damages are specified for delays in project completion. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the ECMs across multiple facilities suggests a substantial potential contract value. The procurement is open to qualified vendors who can demonstrate technical expertise in energy conservation, sustainability improvements, and comprehensive facility upgrade solutions.