The selected vendor will be responsible for administering innovative energy program solutions, encompassing program marketing, communications, and event planning efforts. Key responsibilities include maintaining and updating the online program portal, supporting event planning activities related to the program, and implementing comprehensive marketing, outreach, and engagement initiatives to raise program awareness and encourage new applications.

Additional duties involve setting up and facilitating recurring review meetings with non-decisional staff and stakeholders to discuss project progress, roadblocks, and rule exceptions. The vendor will develop promotional and marketing materials, assist with outreach and publicity, attend and facilitate events such as Pitch Fest, and provide search engine optimization services to direct applicants to the program. Prospective vendors are invited to a pre-proposal conference on March 19, 2026, and must submit all inquiries by March 25, 2026.