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The City of Bristol is seeking proposals from qualified renewable energy developers for a Nonresidential Renewable Energy Solutions (NRES) revenue sharing agreement. The goal is to stabilize and reduce long-term electricity costs and benefit the environment. Respondents must offer a share of NRES project revenue for twenty years. Proposals should include project development efforts, risks, costs, and benefits. Key information requested includes energy source details, participation costs, utility cost impacts, contractual arrangements, revenue generation methods, and the process for engaging in such agreements. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the BidNetDirect platform by June 10, 2026, 11:30 AM EST. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. Successful respondents will be responsible for compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, and for obtaining necessary licenses and permits. The contract will be governed by the laws of the State of Connecticut. Insurance requirements include commercial general liability, automobile liability, workers compensation, and umbrella/excess liability. A hold harmless and indemnification agreement is required. Confidential information submitted will be handled according to the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act. The City has designated Titangen LLC as its contract administrator. Proposals are due by June 10, 2026. The expected contract term is no less than 20 years. A contract administrative fee to the solar project cost is required, payable to Titangen, LLC. The proposal must include a letter of transmittal, provider qualifications, past project experience, references, key staff information, an organization chart, and pricing details including the revenue sharing structure and agreement term. A statement of non-collusion and compliance with the City of Bristol's Code of Ethics is also required.
The deadline for proposal submission is June 10, 2026, at 11:30 AM EST.
The bid notice does not explicitly detail payment terms for the NRES project revenue sharing agreement itself, but it does mention a contract administrative fee to Titangen, LLC, with 25% due within ten days of NRES award from Eversource and 75% within 10 days of commencement of construction.
Proposals will be evaluated on the basis of technical feasibility, interconnection status, financial benefit available for the city, and past project development experience. Each item will be given a numerical score of 15.
The preferred provider shall have extensive experience and capabilities, past similar project experience, project knowledge of key staff assigned to the city, technical approach to the NRES program, and proven ability to perform the project expectations and remain within budget. Firms shall be capable of meeting the requirements set forth herein.
If the contractor fails to perform or observe any material term or condition of the proposal or contract and such failure continues for thirty 30 days after the contractor's receipt of written notice, the City of Bristol may cancel the award contract without liability for cancellation or termination charges.
The bid notice does not require sample submissions.
Respondents who do not honor their proposals for the sixty 60 day or as specified period shall be declared irresponsible respondents. Failure to pay the RFP fee in a timely manner shall constitute an event of default and shall disqualify the selected proposer. Failure to include the signed RFP fee agreement with their proposal will result in disqualification.