Installation of Three Electric Vehicle Charging Stations At 50 Service Ave

The State of Rhode Island's Office of Energy Resources (OER) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP23002673) to procure a turn-key electric vehicle (EV) charging station installation project located at 50 Service Ave in Warwick, Rhode Island. The comprehensive procurement seeks qualified firms to provide a full-service solution that includes purchasing necessary equipment, installing three EV charging stations, performing required electrical work, and establishing network services. Prospective vendors must submit detailed technical and cost proposals electronically through the Ocean State Procures system by May 12, 2023, at 5:30 PM GMT. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for April 12, 2023, at 10:00 AM at the project site, with a vendor Q&A period running from April 3 to April 24, 2023. Evaluation criteria will encompass technical merit, overall cost, and the vendor's proposed approach to the project. The initial contract period is anticipated to begin in May 2023 and will span approximately 6 months. Vendors must demonstrate technical capability, provide a comprehensive project approach, and submit a bid surety bond or certified check for 5% of their proposed cost.

The RFP strongly encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), Women Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Disability Business Enterprises (DisBEs), with vendors receiving additional evaluation points based on their proposed Inclusive Small Business Enterprise (ISBE) utilization rate. Bidders must complete and submit an ISBE Participation Plan as part of their proposal. The successful vendor will be required to furnish 100% payment and performance bonds prior to purchase order issuance and maintain specific insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in liability coverage per occurrence, workers' compensation insurance, and automobile liability coverage. While no incumbent vendor is specified, the project is funded by State of Rhode Island appropriations, with contract award contingent upon fund availability. The State reserves the right to cancel the procurement at its discretion and will select the vendor deemed most qualified based on the comprehensive evaluation criteria. Though a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the turn-key nature of the project suggests a substantial investment in infrastructure development for electric vehicle charging capabilities.