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Accelerating Grid-Interactive, Flexible Data Centers in California

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The project focuses on advancing grid-interactive and flexible data center technologies in California through electrical system upgrades and the installation of new high-voltage transformer equipment, accompanied by site preparation including grading and new concrete work. Power distribution infrastructure will be enhanced to support increased capacity and reliability, with specific emphasis on upgrading systems at the DERConnect and Center for Energy Research facilities. These upgrades will enable continued research using existing hardware test equipment and dedicated research spaces to evaluate innovative energy technologies. The work is strategically located in La Jolla, California, with a zip code of 92093, and is being coordinated by the California Energy Commission. Primary point of contact is Zoe Marshall, Utilities Engineer, reachable at 916-931-5128 or zoe.marshall@energy.ca.gov, with additional project coordination handled by Sasha Doppelt, Project Manager, at 510-484-4306 or sdoppelt@ucsd.edu. The contract was posted on July 9, 2026, as a forecast announcement with no formal solicitation number or set-aside details provided.

General Info

California Energy Commission upgrades grid-interactive data center systems in La Jolla for advanced energy research.

Agency

California → Energy Commission

NAICS

237130 - Power and Communication Line and Related Structures ConstructionView NAICS

Place of Performance

Gilman Dr, Mandeville Ln, La Jolla, CA, 92093

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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12_NOE_CEQA_UCSD Notice of Exemption for UCSD Data Center Project

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AgencyCalifornia → Energy Commission
Contacts2 people available
OfficeN/A
Organization / Agency
California → Energy Commission
Office AddressN/A
Contacts
Zoe MarshallUtilities Engineer
Sasha DoppeltProject Manager

Full Description

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The proposed project includes electrical system upgrades and installation of new high-voltage transformer equipment; associated grading and new concrete are also planned. Additional activities include power distribution upgrades at the site and laboratory work at the DERConnect and Center for Energy Research facilities utilizing existing hardware test equipment and research space.

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