REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) STAR Centre Energy Modernization Project Energy Audit

The City of Havre de Grace is seeking proposals for a comprehensive energy audit of the STAR Centre, the city's largest public building, as the first phase of an Energy Modernization effort. This grant-funded project, supported by the Maryland Energy Administration Local Government Energy Modernization Program Grant 52-600796, requires a contractor to perform an ASHRAE Level 1 walkthrough Energy Audit. The scope includes documenting baseline operating conditions, analyzing utility billing data, evaluating eligibility for utility rebates, and providing a detailed report of energy efficiency measures for lighting, HVAC, and building envelope weatherization. Additionally, the contractor must develop a Monitoring Based Commissioning Plan (MBCx) to support future energy management and continuous performance monitoring. The contract will be awarded based on the best value to the city, considering the technical approach, cost factor, and the bidder's experience. Eligible offerors must be established businesses with at least five years of industry experience and must be in good standing with the State of Maryland, Harford County, and the City of Havre de Grace. Required submission documents include a Maryland Business License, a Certificate of Good Standing, an IRS W-9, and evidence of insurance covering General Liability, Workers' Compensation, and Errors and Omissions. Proposals must be submitted electronically via Beacon Bid by November 23, 2026. The selected vendor must be able to complete the audit and deliverables within a 60-day period, with a final project completion deadline of February 5, 2027. Payment will be made upon the successful completion of services, with the possibility of progress payments based on a satisfactory schedule.