FY26 UIPlanner Software as a Service (SaaS) for Integrated Resource Planning (IRP)

The Western Area Power Administration, under the Department of Energy, has issued a forecast for a Software as a Service (SaaS) contract targeting Fiscal Year 2026 to support Integrated Resource Planning through the UIPlanner platform. The solicitation is categorized under NAICS code 541511, indicating it relates to custom computer programming services, and is open to all small businesses without a specific set-aside designation. The contract will provide cloud-based tools to enhance resource planning capabilities, likely enabling the agency to model energy demand, generation, and infrastructure investments more effectively. Performance of the services is expected to occur in Colorado, though no specific city or ZIP code is noted. No formal solicitation number has been assigned, and the contract remains in the forecast phase, indicating it is a preliminary notice rather than an active procurement. The point of contact for small business inquiries includes two Small Business Program Managers at the Western Area Power Administration, both reachable via email. Potential vendors should monitor the provided UI link for updates as the procurement progresses toward an official request for proposals. The contract aims to secure a scalable, cloud-hosted solution that supports long-term power planning activities for a federal agency responsible for delivering electricity across multiple western states.