Energy Auditing Government Bids & RFPs

The bid notice states that proposals will be received by the Clarke County School District until 1:00 PM EST on May 19, 2026. proposals will be received by the clarke county school district in the splost office located at 145 paradise blvd. , athens, georgia, ****, until 1: 00 pm est on may 19, 2026.

The bid notice is requesting proposals from qualified energy audit firms. he clarke county school district is requesting proposals from qualified energy audit firms

The satisfactory delivery of the services specified by the request for qualifications and the engagement letter shall be accomplished no later than three 3 months after award and selection of auditor firm.

In determining to whom to award, the district will consider: Phase 1: Reputation and quality of the vendor and the vendor's services (45 points), extent to which the services meet the district's needs (45 points), vendors past performance with the district (3 points), and any other relevant factor specifically listed in the request for qualifications (7 points). Phase 2: If selected based on qualifications, at negotiations, the offeror will provide price, include the percentage of project cost and dollar amount, and cost fee schedule. The professional fees under the contract may not exceed any maximum provided by law.

The proposer must demonstrate the capability to perform an efficiency audit. Public accounting firms that have performed efficiency audits for similar entities are encouraged to file a proposal.

The last day for questions and clarifications is April 29, 2026, at 11:55:00 PM MT. All questions must be submitted through the ebid system. Any questions submitted through email will not be considered.

The deadline for submission of proposals is May 20, 2026, at 2:00 p. m. CT. Late proposals will not be considered.

Payments to the successful respondent will be based upon the schedule described in Appendix 1 (Mandatory Price Sheet) and the contract. CPA prefers to process payments no more frequently than on a monthly basis and makes no express or implied warranty whatsoever that any minimum compensation or minimum quantity will be guaranteed under the contract. Payment shall be made in accordance with the Texas Prompt Payment Act.

The successful respondent warrants that its performance under the contract shall be conducted conscientiously in a professional and workmanlike manner. Additionally, the successful respondent will provide a one-year, full replacement warranty for all items provided, and any other warranties specified in Section II (Specifications). These warranties begin on the date CPA accepts the requested items and survive beyond the termination, cancellation, or expiration date of the contract.

Proposals will be evaluated under a best value standard, with the following criteria and weights: Respondents past performance, qualifications, and experience (40%), compliance with CPA specifications (20%), cost (15%), and reasonableness of cost (25%).

Respondents must provide a profile describing the size and scope of their operations, prior contracting experience with CPA and other public sector entities, and a statement regarding their financial stability. Vendor reference questionnaires must also be submitted by the references directly to CPA.

In the event of a default or breach by the successful respondent, CPA may require the respondent to pay, as liquidated damages and not as a penalty, an amount equivalent to two percent (2%) of the total cost for services or obligations not completed as required by the contract per calendar day of delay.

There is no preproposal conference or preproposal inspection mentioned in the RFP.

The RFP does not explicitly mention a requirement for sample submission for this solicitation.

Respondents may protest any term or condition of this RFP within ten (10) business days of issuance of this RFP, as provided in 34 Texas Administrative Code § 1. 72.