OER Phase 2 Energy Efficiency Administrator

The Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources (OER) is seeking a program administrator (PA) through a Request for Quotation (RFQ25005145) to design, implement, and report on the state's annual energy efficiency programming. This procurement is specifically targeted at vendors who have been pre-qualified through solicitation QLV24003654, limiting participation to a select group of vendors. The primary deliverables include comprehensive energy efficiency program design, implementation strategies, and detailed annual reporting. The contract period will span from approximately July 2025 through June 2033, with an option for OER to extend the contract for an additional three-year program cycle. Key objectives include developing and executing energy efficiency initiatives that align with state goals, tracking program performance, and providing strategic recommendations for ongoing improvements. The solicitation requires vendors to submit comprehensive proposals electronically through the Ocean State Procures system, with all submissions due by March 14, 2025 at 11:00 AM EDT. A vendor Q&A period is scheduled from February 7 to February 21, 2025, allowing potential bidders to seek clarification on the solicitation requirements.

The procurement includes a mandatory 15% minimum participation requirement for Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in accordance with Rhode Island General Law 37-14.1-1, which creates a set-aside for disadvantaged business participation. Vendors must demonstrate substantial insurance coverage, including $1 million in general liability, workers compensation, and automobile liability, $2 million in professional liability and environmental/pollution liability, and $5 million in technology errors & omissions and cyber/privacy coverage. While no specific contract value is explicitly stated, the extensive insurance requirements and comprehensive scope suggest this is a significant contract with potential for substantial financial commitment. The state reserves the right to make single or multiple awards, indicating flexibility in vendor selection. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation, and there are no explicit references to existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements. Potential respondents should carefully review the qualification criteria from the original QLV24003654 solicitation to ensure eligibility for this energy efficiency program administrator opportunity.