Residential- Small Business Energy Efficiency Services

Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 25-81 for Residential and Small Business Energy Efficiency Services, targeting residential and small business customers in Norwich, Connecticut, located within New London County. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive home energy assessments that will identify and implement energy efficiency improvements. Key deliverables include customer marketing, assessment scheduling, and detailed energy efficiency recommendations for homes and small business properties. The solicitation is active from April 18, 2025, at 7:00 AM EDT to May 12, 2025, at 2:00 PM EDT, with proposals due by the May 12 deadline. Interested vendors must contact Robert Castronova at the City of Norwich, located at 100 Broadway Room 105, Norwich, CT 06360, with questions or submission inquiries. The contractor will be responsible for executing a full-service energy assessment program that helps customers understand and implement energy conservation strategies.

The RFP does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, suggesting the opportunity is open to a broad range of qualified contractors. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the available documentation. The solicitation does not outline a specific budget range or estimated contract value, leaving pricing terms to be vendor-specified. Delivery terms are designated as Free On Board Destination, indicating the vendor will be responsible for transportation and delivery of assessment services. The contract appears to be structured as a service agreement focused on energy efficiency consulting and assessment, with potential for ongoing engagement based on the effectiveness of the proposed approach. While no specific technology integration requirements are detailed, vendors should be prepared to demonstrate robust capabilities in energy assessment methodologies, customer engagement, and comprehensive efficiency reporting.