RFP - Energy Procurement and Bill Reconciliation Services

The City of Boston is issuing a Request for Proposals to secure a vendor capable of providing comprehensive energy procurement and bill reconciliation services for municipal operations. The scope encompasses procuring electricity, natural gas, steam, and renewable energy, alongside detailed monthly bill reconciliation, quarterly financial performance reporting, and strategic advisory support to maximize demand and capacity savings, demand response revenues, and market opportunities. Additional responsibilities include assisting with battery storage procurement, renegotiating steam contracts, and offering market guidance tailored to the City’s Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO) initiatives. The contract emphasizes ongoing consulting, financial analysis, and support services aimed at optimizing energy costs and compliance, with performance deliverables primarily consisting of regular reports and bill audits. The solicitation was posted on September 22, 2025, with proposals due by October 21, 2025, via the City’s Supplier Portal. The contract is governed by applicable laws and the terms specified within the contract documents, although no specific federal, state, or local clauses are explicitly incorporated or referenced. Administrative contacts include Alec Hilton, reachable at [phone hidden] and [email hidden], with the primary performance location at Boston’s City Hall. The documents do not specify detailed pricing structures, line-item breakdowns, or evaluation criteria; similarly, there are no attachments, exhibits, or supplemental materials referenced. The contract emphasizes strategic advisory services and ongoing energy management support, with no explicit provisions related to inspection, acceptance, or security requirements. Overall, the focus is on selecting a qualified vendor to deliver specialized energy procurement and billing reconciliation services aligned with municipal sustainability and financial goals.