OER Demand Response Service

The Office of Energy Resources in Rhode Island is soliciting a contractor with specialized expertise in the ISO-NE Forward Capacity Market and wholesale energy market structures to support the enrollment and ongoing management of demand-side resources on behalf of public entities. The contractor must have proven experience in identifying, qualifying, and maintaining demand-side management assets, including the operation and maintenance of generators and the implementation of load curtailment strategies to ensure reliable market participation. The primary objective is to maximize state revenue by effectively integrating Customer Assets into the ISO-NE market and optimizing their financial performance through strategic market engagement and compliance. The contractor will work directly with OER to ensure all enrollment requirements are met and maintained over time, adapting to evolving market rules and operational needs. The solicitation, identified as RFP26006639, was posted on May 12, 2026, with responses due by June 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM. A prebid meeting is scheduled for May 26, 2026 at 1:00 PM via Microsoft Teams, and interested parties must contact Katherine Missell at katherine.missell@purchasing.ri.gov to receive the meeting invitation. The contract falls under the State of Rhode Island’s jurisdiction, with performance expected to occur within the state, and all communications and submissions should be directed to the primary point of contact listed. There is no set-aside designation specified, and the opportunity is open to qualified contractors with demonstrated capability in demand response and wholesale market operations.