Energy Management Services

The Maryland Public Service Commission is seeking a consultant to provide Energy Management Services through a contract procurement process. The primary objective is to establish a flexible consulting arrangement that can adapt to the commission's evolving energy management needs on an annual basis. A unique aspect of this opportunity is the collaborative planning approach, where annual planning meetings will be used to develop a projected list of needs, followed by the consultant developing specific tasks, pricing, and schedules based on predetermined hourly labor rates. The contract opportunity, identified by the ID 680f9ef02b38a536550e2ada, was posted on April 28, 2025, with proposals due by May 26, 2025. Key requirements include the consultant having a comprehensive understanding of the scope of work and demonstrating capability to respond to varied and potentially changing energy management requirements. The Commission's designated Project Manager will select proposals based on current priorities and available budget, suggesting a competitive and merit-based selection process.

While specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement appears to be open to qualified energy management consultants with specialized expertise. The contract structure suggests a potentially significant engagement, with tasks and scopes to be determined annually, indicating flexibility in both service delivery and potential contract value. The selection will likely emphasize the consultant's technical competence, adaptability, and ability to provide tailored energy management solutions. The hourly rate-based pricing model suggests the potential for a substantial, ongoing professional services contract that could span multiple fiscal years, depending on performance and mutual satisfaction. Prospective consultants should be prepared to demonstrate deep knowledge of energy management principles, strong project planning capabilities, and the agility to respond to the Commission's dynamic operational needs.