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Energy Technology Solutions RFPs, Pre-RFP Signals and Bid Opportunities

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Energy Technology Solutions: Pre-RFP Opportunities

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City of Yankton

SDJul 13

Why now

- Riverside Park electrical upgrades approved for $7,000 not-to-exceed to meet GFI and weatherproof inspection requirements. - Utility Rate Review and Analysis evaluates rising technology and cybersecurity costs and recommends 2027 rate changes. - Utility Rate Analysis forecasts major capital needs, including wastewater plant renewal and large water/sewer replacement programs through 2030.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Jul 13

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Mike Roinstad

Airport Manager

Gregg Homstad

Building Official

Arlington County

VAJun 30

Why now

- Dominion Energy rate hikes were discussed with modeled costs of at least $11/month in 2026. - Additional $2.36 was modeled in 2027 affecting average energy users. - Energy service performance contracts were mentioned as an approach for building and affordability upgrades.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Jun 30

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Jennifer Collins

55+ Program Manager

Sharleka Ashton

55+ Travel Supervisor

London

ONMay 28

Why now

- RBC Place London steam service ends October 30, 2027, requiring in-building heating and humidification retrofits. - Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee approved $6,788,880 (excluding HST) financing for the RBC Place London steam transition. - City Hall/City Hall Campus planning cites aging HVAC pneumatic controls and unplanned control failures, including $2.85 million boiler system work.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: May 28

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Moira Barnes

Acting Director of People Services

Ysni Semsedini

CEO

City of Greenville

NCMay 14

Why now

- Greenville Utilities Commission (GUC) plans $19.8M in FY 2026-27 capital projects for reliability and regulatory compliance. - GUC capital project "Peak Shaving Generator Plant - Phase 2" is budgeted at $6.6M. - GUC expects the phase 2 peak-shaving investment to reduce purchased power expenses by $1.52M annually. - The City Council discussed peak-shaving generation investments as part of the budget process, indicating a focus on energy cost and reliability challenges.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: May 14

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Delbert Bryant

Acting Public Works Director

Krystal Roebuck

Assistant City Clerk

City of Flagstaff

AZApr 28

Why now

- Flagstaff reported total municipal energy costs reaching over $5.9 million in FY24-25. - Flagstaff currently buys 39,000 MWh of Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) at $2.50 per MWh from APS. - City staff recommended switching REC purchases to Navajo Tribal Utility Authority at $1.85 per MWh plus 6% tax.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Apr 28

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Nathan Naliborski

Acting Fleet Services Manager

Brian Gall

Airport Director

Abbotsford

BCApr 28

Why now

- Abbotsford City Council directed staff to proceed to Stage 3 of the Climate Resilience Strategy (CRS). - Updated Community Energy and Emissions Inventory shows emissions increased from 896 ktCO2e (2007) to 1,086 ktCO2e (2022). - CRS Stage 3 start is scheduled for April with the final strategy expected in Q3 2026.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Apr 28

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Colin Watson

Chief Constable

Robin Charl

City Manager

San Lorenzo Valley Water Dist

CAJul 15

Why now

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Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Jul 15

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Bob Russ

Board President

Ben Beasley

Construction Supervisor

Douglas County

COJul 14

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Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Jul 14

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Jill Janz

Accounting Manager

Erin Johnson

Assistant Director Human Services

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Energy Code Information Technology, Services and Consulting - RFP

Montgomery CountyMD

Closing Soon

Due Aug 21, 2026

Chain Reaction Innovations - Energy Technology Innovation (RFQ ) Lemont

Argonne National Laboratory (Contractor)IL

Due Oct 30, 2026

Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (ESTCP) – Energy and Environmental Technology Demonstrations (Open Topics) – Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)

Department of DefenseDC

Closing Soon

Due Aug 21, 2026

Technology Licensing Opportunity: Controlled SPAN Electrode Synthesis for and High-Performance Energy Storage

Idaho Operations OfficeID

Closing Soon

Due Aug 1, 2026

Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research (DETER) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) Open Announcement

Dept of the Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command, AFRL, Space Vehicles DirectorateNM

Due May 12, 2031

ADVANCED RESEARCH ANNOUNCEMENT (ARA) FA9451-21-S-0001 Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research (DETER)

Air Force Nuclear Weapons CenterNM

Due Aug 10, 2027

TECHNOLOGY LICENSING OPPORTUNITY: M-Resistor RFP

Triad National Security (Los Alamos) (Contractor)NM

Due Dec 8, 2026

Manufacturing Demonstration Facility: Technology Collaborations for US Manufacturers in Advanced Manufacturing and Materials Technologies

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (UT-Battelle) (Contractor)TN

Due Sep 9, 2029

TECHNOLOGY LICENSING OPPORTUNITY: Selective Separation

Department of EnergyDC

Due Apr 24, 2027

Building Technologies Research and Integration Center: Technology Collaborations for US Building Technologies Industries

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (UT-Battelle) (Contractor)TN

Due Dec 13, 2028

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Arlington County

Recent intent

- Dominion Energy rate hikes were discussed with modeled costs of at least $11/month in 2026. - Additional $2.36 was modeled in 2027 affecting average energy users. - Energy service performance contracts were mentioned as an approach for building and affordability upgrades.
- CIP discussion emphasized electricity affordability and climate goals tied to future electricity supply. - Battery storage and on-site generation were highlighted for peak demand reduction and resilience. - Microgrids and virtual power plant concepts were discussed for multi-site resilience needs. - EV fleet resilience and two-directional battery capability were raised for community continuity during extreme events.

City of Yankton

Recent intent

- Riverside Park electrical upgrades approved for $7,000 not-to-exceed to meet GFI and weatherproof inspection requirements. - Utility Rate Review and Analysis evaluates rising technology and cybersecurity costs and recommends 2027 rate changes. - Utility Rate Analysis forecasts major capital needs, including wastewater plant renewal and large water/sewer replacement programs through 2030.

London

Recent intent

- RBC Place London steam service ends October 30, 2027, requiring in-building heating and humidification retrofits. - Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee approved $6,788,880 (excluding HST) financing for the RBC Place London steam transition. - City Hall/City Hall Campus planning cites aging HVAC pneumatic controls and unplanned control failures, including $2.85 million boiler system work.

City of Greenville

Recent intent

- Greenville Utilities Commission (GUC) plans $19.8M in FY 2026-27 capital projects for reliability and regulatory compliance. - GUC capital project "Peak Shaving Generator Plant - Phase 2" is budgeted at $6.6M. - GUC expects the phase 2 peak-shaving investment to reduce purchased power expenses by $1.52M annually. - The City Council discussed peak-shaving generation investments as part of the budget process, indicating a focus on energy cost and reliability challenges.

How to use pre-RFP signals

1. Shape the requirement

When you see a budget allocation or strategic plan mention, the agency is just beginning to define their need. Engage now to help write the specs before the RFP goes public.

2. Time your outreach

Don't cold call into the void. Use contract expiration signals to reach out to buyers exactly when they are unhappy with their incumbent or preparing to renew.

3. Arm your SDRs

Replace generic "checking in" emails with hyper-specific context. Reach out referencing their exact meeting minutes, named decision-makers, and approved budget line items.

FAQs

What is a pre-RFP signal for energy technology solutions?

A pre-RFP signal is a public-record indicator that a buyer is moving toward a energy technology solutions purchase before they've issued an RFP. Starbridge tracks six categories: meeting mentions, budget allocations, contract expirations, grant awards, leadership changes, and strategic plans.

How early does Starbridge detect energy technology solutions demand?

Six to eighteen months before a formal RFP, on average. The earliest signals are usually board meeting mentions or budget line items.

What sources does Starbridge monitor?

Public meeting minutes, board agendas, budget documents, contract expiration data, grant awards, public job postings, and leadership announcements across all 50 states.

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Ranked buyers with active energy technology solutions demand in your scope, open RFPs closing soon, expiring contracts with incumbent names, and verified buyer contacts.

How accurate are Starbridge's buyer contacts?

Validated against a 14,000-email test, Starbridge runs a 2% bounce rate. Comparable tools self-report 15 to 25%.

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Arlington County

Recent intent

- Dominion Energy rate hikes were discussed with modeled costs of at least $11/month in 2026. - Additional $2.36 was modeled in 2027 affecting average energy users. - Energy service performance contracts were mentioned as an approach for building and affordability upgrades.
- CIP discussion emphasized electricity affordability and climate goals tied to future electricity supply. - Battery storage and on-site generation were highlighted for peak demand reduction and resilience. - Microgrids and virtual power plant concepts were discussed for multi-site resilience needs. - EV fleet resilience and two-directional battery capability were raised for community continuity during extreme events.

City of Yankton

Recent intent

- Riverside Park electrical upgrades approved for $7,000 not-to-exceed to meet GFI and weatherproof inspection requirements. - Utility Rate Review and Analysis evaluates rising technology and cybersecurity costs and recommends 2027 rate changes. - Utility Rate Analysis forecasts major capital needs, including wastewater plant renewal and large water/sewer replacement programs through 2030.

London

Recent intent

- RBC Place London steam service ends October 30, 2027, requiring in-building heating and humidification retrofits. - Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee approved $6,788,880 (excluding HST) financing for the RBC Place London steam transition. - City Hall/City Hall Campus planning cites aging HVAC pneumatic controls and unplanned control failures, including $2.85 million boiler system work.

City of Greenville

Recent intent

- Greenville Utilities Commission (GUC) plans $19.8M in FY 2026-27 capital projects for reliability and regulatory compliance. - GUC capital project "Peak Shaving Generator Plant - Phase 2" is budgeted at $6.6M. - GUC expects the phase 2 peak-shaving investment to reduce purchased power expenses by $1.52M annually. - The City Council discussed peak-shaving generation investments as part of the budget process, indicating a focus on energy cost and reliability challenges.

How to use pre-RFP signals

1. Shape the requirement

When you see a budget allocation or strategic plan mention, the agency is just beginning to define their need. Engage now to help write the specs before the RFP goes public.

2. Time your outreach

Don't cold call into the void. Use contract expiration signals to reach out to buyers exactly when they are unhappy with their incumbent or preparing to renew.

3. Arm your SDRs

Replace generic "checking in" emails with hyper-specific context. Reach out referencing their exact meeting minutes, named decision-makers, and approved budget line items.

FAQs

What is a pre-RFP signal for energy technology solutions?

How early does Starbridge detect energy technology solutions demand?

Six to eighteen months before a formal RFP, on average. The earliest signals are usually board meeting mentions or budget line items.

What sources does Starbridge monitor?

Public meeting minutes, board agendas, budget documents, contract expiration data, grant awards, public job postings, and leadership announcements across all 50 states.

Do I have to talk to sales to get the energy technology solutions report?

No. Enter your work email and the report is sent within minutes. A demo is optional.

What's in the free energy technology solutions report?

Ranked buyers with active energy technology solutions demand in your scope, open RFPs closing soon, expiring contracts with incumbent names, and verified buyer contacts.

How accurate are Starbridge's buyer contacts?

Validated against a 14,000-email test, Starbridge runs a 2% bounce rate. Comparable tools self-report 15 to 25%.

Energy Technology Solutions RFPs, Pre-RFP Signals and Bid Opportunities

Energy Technology Solutions: Pre-RFP Opportunities

Yankton City Commission Regular Meeting

Climate Action Plan Advisory Group Advisory Group Meeting

Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee Meeting Report

Greenville City Council City Council Meeting

Flagstaff City Council Work Session Minutes

Abbotsford City Council Council Meeting Minutes

San Lorenzo Valley Water District Engineering Committee Regular Meeting

Board Of Douglas County Commissioners Business Meeting

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Energy Technology Solutions: Pre-RFP Opportunities

Yankton City Commission Regular Meeting

Climate Action Plan Advisory Group Advisory Group Meeting

Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee Meeting Report

Greenville City Council City Council Meeting

Flagstaff City Council Work Session Minutes

Abbotsford City Council Council Meeting Minutes

San Lorenzo Valley Water District Engineering Committee Regular Meeting

Board Of Douglas County Commissioners Business Meeting

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How to use pre-RFP signals

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