Energy Consultant to understand Renewable identification number marketplace

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is seeking a qualified energy consultant through the Massachusetts Operational Services Division (OSD) contract PRF74 to assist with its Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program under the Federal Renewable Fuel Standard program (RFSII) as overseen by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The primary objectives are to maximize revenue generation through the strategic pairing of the MBTA's compressed natural gas (CNG) usage with renewable natural gas (RNG), navigate the renewable identification numbers (RINs) marketplace to optimize financial returns, and secure a contract with a qualified Gas/Energy Service Provider (GSP/ESP) to execute a "paper only" RIN transaction. The scope of services includes advisory services, RFP development, contracting and negotiation support, and project management and reporting. Responses are due on October 7, 2024, and the MBTA plans to award the contract based on a best-value evaluation, considering both technical and price factors.

The MBTA encourages participation from small, minority, women, and other disadvantaged businesses. The agency has an incumbent vendor currently providing these services, and the contract is a one-time engagement structured around the successful completion of the specified deliverables within the agreed timeline. The total contract value or budget range was not specified in the provided information.