When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 23, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 5, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $100,000 – $250,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by City of Corona. The work is located in Corona, California, United States.

Microgrid Feasibility Study for Lester Water Treatment Plant and Chase Booster Station (Due November 23, 2026)

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Environmental, Water & Energy

Corona, California, United StatesPosted: October 22, 2026Deadline: November 23, 2026

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SUMMARY

The City of Corona is seeking a qualified consultant to conduct a feasibility study for implementing a microgrid at the Lester Water Treatment Plant and Chase Booster Station to improve energy reliability and reduce costs.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have oversight by an engineer, preferably holding an 'E – Electrical Engineer' license pursuant to the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists
Must have a City of Corona Business License prior to contract award
Must provide evidence of ability to provide insurance in the amounts and with coverages as required in the Professional Services Agreement
Must not have committed any serious OSHA violations within the last two years or any willful violations within the last five years
Must submit valid Certificates of Reported Compliance for the contractor's fleet and listed subcontractors
Must have successfully performed three Utilities Department Microgrid Feasibility Study contracts with a minimum value of $100,000 or greater within the last five years

BUDGET

Estimate

$100,000 – $250,000

CONTRACT DURATION

10 months

TIMELINE

Pre-proposal Meeting: November 2nd, 2026

Written Questions Due: November 5th, 2026

Responses from City Due: November 12th, 2026

Proposals Due: November 23rd, 2026

Proposal Evaluation Completed: December 7th, 2026

Consultant Interviews: December 14th, 2026

Contract Negotiations/Consultants Selection: December 17th, 2026

Council Approval: January 2027

Notice to Proceed: January 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

November 5, 2026

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Issuing Agency

City of Corona

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DESCRIPTION

The City of Corona Utilities Department is soliciting proposals for a feasibility study to evaluate the technical, economic, and operational viability of a microgrid at the Lester Water Treatment Plant and Chase Booster Station. The study will assess the integration of distributed energy resources, such as photovoltaic arrays and battery energy storage systems, to provide reliable on-site power, reduce grid dependence, and support sustainability objectives. The project requires the oversight of an electrical engineer licensed by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. The initial contract term is approximately 8-10 months, effective from January 2027 through December 31, 2027.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 23, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 5, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $100,000 – $250,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City of Corona. The work is located in Corona, California, United States.

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