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Request for Proposals


A Request for Proposals (RFP) is a formal invitation to potential contractors to submit a proposal that responds to the need identified in the RFP.  The RFP is the procurement process where the agency can judge if the contractor’s experience, qualifications, and approach will provide the best solution to need identified in the RFP.   

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Description of WorkDocument LinkDeadline for ResponsePublication Date
Microgrid White Paper RFP


The Minnesota Department of Commerce, Division of Energy Resources requests proposals from a qualified contractor for a White Paper to identify regulatory barriers to and opportunities for microgrid development for energy assurance in the state of Minnesota, with recommendations to address barriers and identify pathways to facilitate microgrid development.

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 View Solicitation July 01, 2013 June 10, 2013
Conservation Applied Research and Development (CARD) Grant Program RFP 02


The Minnesota Department of Commerce, Division of Energy Resources seeks proposals from organizations or individuals interested in conducting research to: 1) develop a combined heat and power (CHP) white paper that will evaluate regulatory issues and policies specific to Minnesota, and 2) perform a Minnesota CHP potential study. The information obtained from this effort is intended to inform electric and natural gas utility Conservation Improvement Program (CIP) development and state energy policy.

Overview
Questions and Answers
Support Documents

 View Solicitation June 24, 2013 May 22, 2013
Conservation Applied Research and Development Grant Program (CARD) RFP


The Minnesota Department of Commerce, Division of Energy Resources seeks proposals from organizations or individuals interested in applied research and development projects that serve to accelerate the development and adoption of new energy efficient technologies and strategies in Minnesota.  The information obtained from this effort is intended to inform electric and natural gas utility Conservation Improvement Program (CIP) development and state energy policy.

Deadlines

  • Intent to Propose – June 3, 2013
  • Full Proposal – August 12, 2013
Overview
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Support Documents

 View Solicitation August 12, 2013 May 01, 2013


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