NYS division of military and naval affairs clean energy project

The New York Power Authority is conducting a Request for Proposals (RFP Q22-7334TT) for a comprehensive clean energy project targeting multiple New York military and naval facilities across Tompkins, Ulster, Wayne, and Westchester Counties. The procurement seeks proposers to design, construct, install, finance, own, operate, maintain, and ultimately decommission solar photovoltaic (PV) and/or battery energy storage systems at specific sites, including Camp Smith Training Site, Ithaca Armory, Kingston Armory, and Newark TNG Area. The project will be executed through a 20-25 year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with no upfront cost to the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs (DMNA) or New York Army National Guard (NYARNG). Proposers must provide competitively priced solutions for comprehensive clean energy infrastructure development. The solicitation requires detailed technical and financial proposals demonstrating capability to fully implement solar and energy storage systems. The proposal submission deadline is August 31, 2022, at 4:00 PM, with the expectation of a long-term energy infrastructure partnership.

The RFP does not include a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned business set-aside, allowing broad participation from qualified energy infrastructure developers and contractors. No incumbent vendors or similar procurement contract awardees are listed within the past five years, suggesting this is a novel procurement approach for these military facilities. The contract covers multiple counties, including Sullivan County, Ulster County, and Westchester County, which may provide additional geographic considerations for proposers. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the 20-25 year PPA structure implies significant long-term financial commitments and potential revenue opportunities for selected proposers. The project aims to enhance renewable energy infrastructure across New York State military installations, focusing on sustainable energy solutions that reduce operational costs and environmental impact. Potential proposers should demonstrate comprehensive capabilities in solar PV and battery storage system design, implementation, and long-term management.