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Energy Technology Solutions: Pre-RFP Opportunities

Source-backed signals from meeting minutes, budgets, contract activity, grants, and leadership changes.

Pinal County

AZSep 17

Why now

- The Pinal County Planning and Zoning Commission deliberated on Ten West LLC's proposed 500-megawatt gas and battery storage project, with the applicant citing the region's power deficiency by 2031. - The applicant referenced SRP's report showing a 4,000-megawatt demand for natural gas and battery storage, underscoring the scale of the region's energy need. - In response to community concerns, the applicant offered to reduce the project to 250 megawatts and proposed a 50-megawatt stream to support Electric District 3's local industry needs. - Public opposition centered on notification failures and potential noise from the gas turbines,…

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Sep 17

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Sylvia Anderson

Administrative Manager

Paul Lovelis

Administrative Manager

City of Logan

UTSep 15

Why now

- The Logan City Council directed staff to draft a formal resolution updating renewable energy targets and authorize Light and Power to pursue a regional geothermal share through UAMPS. - Resource Manager Tyson Godfrey detailed that geothermal PPAs cost $100–$105 per MWh versus $75–$90 for new natural gas, with a 10–15 MW geothermal subscription closing the gap to the 50% goal by 2030 or 2031. - He reported that Logan could install 10 MW of battery storage at city substations, saving enough in Rocky Mountain Power transmission charges to pay for the batteries. - Godfrey noted that UAMPS is assembling a joint battery storage project with…

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Sep 15

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Heather Knowles

Administrative Assistant

Brett Bodily

Assistant Treasurer

Redwood Coast Energy Authority

CASep 24

Why now

- The Board authorized the Executive Director to execute a $2.9 million DOE GRIP final award for the TERAS tribal microgrid project, a six-year initiative to develop tribally owned microgrids. - The Board will receive a presentation on distributed energy resources and virtual power plants, with the strategic plan already calling for integrating a DER management system and demand response. - The Board is considering an MOU to host the Regional Climate Committee, with a $145,000 annual budget to coordinate the Regional Climate Action Plan adopted in 2025 and 2026. - The Board will authorize a design-build procurement for an office remodel…

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Sep 24

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Lori Biondini

Business Planning & Finance Director

Mike Avcollie

Capital Assets Manager

Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority

CTSep 19

Why now

- PURA convened a technical meeting to hear presentations on three innovative energy proposals, signaling active engagement with new efficiency technologies. - The Green Bank's pay-as-you-save pilot would finance heat pumps for low- and moderate-income households, with a reduced $265,000 budget request and $18,000 annual servicing estimate. - A $250,000 proposal would test passive thermal roof coatings on five buildings, prioritizing environmental justice and distressed municipalities, though no sites are yet identified. - The smart home energy management pilot seeks $884,000 for 50 units, targeting 12-20% usage reduction, with Bridgeport,…

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Sep 19

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Laura Lupoli

Administrative Case Coordinator

Ussawin Robin Bumpen

Administrative Hearings Coordinator

Orange Unified School District

CASep 10

Why now

- Board trustees and the superintendent publicly committed to finalizing a comprehensive 10-year master plan to modernize HVAC infrastructure districtwide, with the plan to come before the board soon. - Crescent Elementary has 11 classrooms without air conditioning, and the Portola system has been failing for years, with extreme early fall temperatures now a consistent reality. - The district is purchasing industrial-size portable cooling units, pursuing emergency funds, and completing installation of replacement compressors to address immediate needs. - Six school HVAC upgrades have been completed since 2024, with four more scheduled for…

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Sep 10

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Kami Kenyon

Activities Director

Shari Scott-Sawyer

Activities Director

Barre Supervisory District

VTSep 8

Why now

- The board voted to approve $783,000 from the capital reserve fund for the Spalding boiler upgrade, affirming an earlier cap of $800,000. - The project replaces a failed 1983 oil boiler with a new one, plus expansion tanks, piping, valves, and combustion air upgrades. - The existing 1964 boiler is still operational but on borrowed time, with the facilities director and a mechanical engineer presenting the details. - A potential state grant with a dollar-for-dollar match up to $25,000 was identified, but the deadline was missed; the board may apply if the timeline shifts.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Sep 8

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John Walker

Building Facilities Coordinator

Michael Emmons

Data Manager & Information Systems Manager

Town of Mount Pleasant

SCAug 31

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Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Aug 31

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Ebony Chestnut

Accounting Manager

Reid McGowan

Aquatics Coordinator

City of Elkhart

INAug 27

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Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Aug 27

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Hugo Robles Madrigal

311 Coordinator, Mayor's Office

Joseph Feathers

Asset Manager

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Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (ESTCP) - Energy and Environmental Technology Demonstrations (Request for Proposal)

Humphreys Engineer Center Support ActivityVA

Due Aug 20, 2027

Chain Reaction Innovations - Energy Technology Innovation (RFQ ) Lemont

Argonne National Laboratory (Contractor)IL

Closing Soon

Due Oct 30, 2026

Chain Reaction Innovations - Energy Technology Innovation (Request For Quotation) Lemont

Argonne National Laboratory (Contractor)IL

Closing Soon

Due Oct 30, 2026

Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project Community Technical Assistance Application RFP

Department of EnergyDC

Due Nov 19, 2026

Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research (DETER) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) Open Announcement

Dept of the Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command, AFRL, Space Vehicles DirectorateNM

Due May 12, 2031

FY26 & FY27 Technology Commercialization Fund Base Annual Appropriations Core Laboratory Infrastructure for Market Readiness: Technology Specific Topi RFP

Department of EnergyDC

Closing Soon

Due Nov 3, 2026

ADVANCED RESEARCH ANNOUNCEMENT (ARA) FA9451-21-S-0001 Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research (DETER)

Air Force Nuclear Weapons CenterNM

Due Aug 10, 2027

TECHNOLOGY LICENSING OPPORTUNITY: M-Resistor RFP

Triad National Security (Los Alamos) (Contractor)NM

Due Dec 8, 2026

TECHNOLOGY LICENSING OPPORTUNITY: GetterGauge

Department of EnergyDC

Due Mar 6, 2027

TECHNOLOGY LICENSING OPPORTUNITY: SignalGen

Department of EnergyDC

Due Mar 22, 2027

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City of Douglasville

Recent intent

- City Council authorized commissioning services for the Douglasville City Hall Project for $225,000. - Commissioning scope includes mechanical, electrical, building envelope work, and functional performance testing. - Services include occupancy and warranty-phase verification and system manual delivery for commissioned systems.
- Douglasville authorized commissioning services for the Douglasville City Hall Project for $225,000. - City approved a guaranteed maximum price of $26,616,914 for the Douglasville City Hall construction project. - City Hall materials describe post-occupancy BAS trend review to confirm system performance.

Pinal County

Recent intent

- The Pinal County Planning and Zoning Commission deliberated on Ten West LLC's proposed 500-megawatt gas and battery storage project, with the applicant citing the region's power deficiency by 2031. - The applicant referenced SRP's report showing a 4,000-megawatt demand for natural gas and battery storage, underscoring the scale of the region's energy need. - In response to community concerns, the applicant offered to reduce the project to 250 megawatts and proposed a 50-megawatt stream to support Electric District 3's local industry needs. - Public opposition centered on notification failures and potential noise from the gas turbines, but commissioners entertained a motion to approve with 17 stipulations. - The commission's vote on approval with stipulations remained pending, leaving the project's final approval and its terms unresolved.

City of Logan

Recent intent

- The Logan City Council directed staff to draft a formal resolution updating renewable energy targets and authorize Light and Power to pursue a regional geothermal share through UAMPS. - Resource Manager Tyson Godfrey detailed that geothermal PPAs cost $100–$105 per MWh versus $75–$90 for new natural gas, with a 10–15 MW geothermal subscription closing the gap to the 50% goal by 2030 or 2031. - He reported that Logan could install 10 MW of battery storage at city substations, saving enough in Rocky Mountain Power transmission charges to pay for the batteries. - Godfrey noted that UAMPS is assembling a joint battery storage project with member cities, including Logan, with installation targeted within the next couple of years. - The council has not yet selected a resource option or made a procurement decision, leaving the resolution and subsequent project choices pending.

Redwood Coast Energy Authority

Recent intent

- The Board authorized the Executive Director to execute a $2.9 million DOE GRIP final award for the TERAS tribal microgrid project, a six-year initiative to develop tribally owned microgrids. - The Board will receive a presentation on distributed energy resources and virtual power plants, with the strategic plan already calling for integrating a DER management system and demand response. - The Board is considering an MOU to host the Regional Climate Committee, with a $145,000 annual budget to coordinate the Regional Climate Action Plan adopted in 2025 and 2026. - The Board will authorize a design-build procurement for an office remodel designed for electrification and energy efficiency, contingent on receiving a low-interest loan. - The Board's August minutes record a study session on electricity service municipalization, discussing public power options for Humboldt County, while the airport microgrid already has a five-year electrical services agreement.

How to use pre-RFP signals

1. Shape the requirement

When you see a budget allocation or strategic plan mention, the agency is just beginning to define their need. Engage now to help write the specs before the RFP goes public.

2. Time your outreach

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FAQs

What is a pre-RFP signal for energy technology solutions?

A pre-RFP signal is a public-record indicator that a buyer is moving toward a energy technology solutions purchase before they've issued an RFP. Starbridge tracks six categories: meeting mentions, budget allocations, contract expirations, grant awards, leadership changes, and strategic plans.

How early does Starbridge detect energy technology solutions demand?

Six to eighteen months before a formal RFP, on average. The earliest signals are usually board meeting mentions or budget line items.

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City of Douglasville

Recent intent

- City Council authorized commissioning services for the Douglasville City Hall Project for $225,000. - Commissioning scope includes mechanical, electrical, building envelope work, and functional performance testing. - Services include occupancy and warranty-phase verification and system manual delivery for commissioned systems.
- Douglasville authorized commissioning services for the Douglasville City Hall Project for $225,000. - City approved a guaranteed maximum price of $26,616,914 for the Douglasville City Hall construction project. - City Hall materials describe post-occupancy BAS trend review to confirm system performance.

Pinal County

Recent intent

- The Pinal County Planning and Zoning Commission deliberated on Ten West LLC's proposed 500-megawatt gas and battery storage project, with the applicant citing the region's power deficiency by 2031. - The applicant referenced SRP's report showing a 4,000-megawatt demand for natural gas and battery storage, underscoring the scale of the region's energy need. - In response to community concerns, the applicant offered to reduce the project to 250 megawatts and proposed a 50-megawatt stream to support Electric District 3's local industry needs. - Public opposition centered on notification failures and potential noise from the gas turbines, but commissioners entertained a motion to approve with 17 stipulations. - The commission's vote on approval with stipulations remained pending, leaving the project's final approval and its terms unresolved.

City of Logan

Recent intent

- The Logan City Council directed staff to draft a formal resolution updating renewable energy targets and authorize Light and Power to pursue a regional geothermal share through UAMPS. - Resource Manager Tyson Godfrey detailed that geothermal PPAs cost $100–$105 per MWh versus $75–$90 for new natural gas, with a 10–15 MW geothermal subscription closing the gap to the 50% goal by 2030 or 2031. - He reported that Logan could install 10 MW of battery storage at city substations, saving enough in Rocky Mountain Power transmission charges to pay for the batteries. - Godfrey noted that UAMPS is assembling a joint battery storage project with member cities, including Logan, with installation targeted within the next couple of years. - The council has not yet selected a resource option or made a procurement decision, leaving the resolution and subsequent project choices pending.