Design and Engineering Services for Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC) Station

The contract involves providing comprehensive engineering and design services for establishing a Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC) station in Mountain Village, Colorado, specifically within a municipal parking structure. The project aims to expand the town’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure, ensuring compliance with Colorado Energy Office grant requirements, local codes, and federal standards. The scope includes project management, site investigations, conceptual and final design, permitting support, utility coordination, and preparation of bid-ready documents. The estimated total project cost is approximately 860,000 dollars, covering both federal funding and local matching funds, with a performance period extending at least five years post-installation to ensure ongoing operation and maintenance. The solicitation emphasizes a detailed evaluation process based on multiple criteria, including station location, design quality, reliability, cost, sustainability, community engagement, and team experience. Proposals are due by December 12, 2025, and must be submitted electronically to a designated contact. The contract incorporates specific requirements for cybersecurity, accessibility, and confidentiality, mandating adherence to standards such as NIST 800 series, WCAG AA, and UL certifications. It also stipulates strict conflict of interest disclosures, insurance obligations, and compliance with both state and federal regulations. The procurement process favors a trade-off approach, awarding the contract to the respondent offering the best overall value based on technical merit and cost considerations. The agreement’s administration involves milestone-based payments, final inspections, and acceptance contingent upon local jurisdiction approvals and verification of system functionality, uptime, and safety standards.