2022 Mid-Term Reliability Joint CCA RFP for Incremental Standalone Storage Projects
Four Northern California community choice aggregators (Sonoma Clean Power, Central Coast Community Energy, Peninsula Clean Energy, Silicon Valley Clean Energy) are jointly procuring incremental standalone battery storage projects to meet 2022 mid-term reliability requirements, with $45–65 million allocated across AMI deployment, distribution automation systems, and replacement of aging poles, conductors, transformers, and protective equipment across their service territories. Engineering studies, phased construction, and project completion are targeted for 2024–2025. Proposals are due May 1, 2024.
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This proposal encompasses a comprehensive power distribution system modernization initiative designed to enhance grid reliability, efficiency, and customer service capabilities. The project involves the deployment of advanced metering infrastructure (AMI), implementation of distribution automation systems, and modernization of existing distribution network components including poles, conductors, transformers, and protective equipment.
Key scope elements include installation of next-generation smart meters across the service territory to enable real-time consumption monitoring and demand response capabilities. The distribution automation system will provide enhanced visibility and control of the distribution network, enabling automated fault detection, isolation, and service restoration (FLISR) capabilities. Additionally, the project encompasses replacement and upgrade of aging distribution infrastructure, including wood and concrete pole replacements, conductor upgrades, transformer replacements, and installation of modern switchgear and protective equipment.
The proposal requires completion of detailed engineering studies including load flow analysis, protection coordination studies, and equipment specification development. Construction will follow a phased approach with project milestones expected throughout 2024 and 2025. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for March 15, 2024, with proposals due by May 1, 2024 at 2:00 PM. Questions regarding the proposal must be submitted by April 15, 2024.
Budget allocation for this modernization initiative is estimated at $45 million to $65 million, with specific funding allocated to each component based on detailed design requirements. Vendors must demonstrate experience with utility-scale distribution automation projects, AMI deployments, and construction management of complex infrastructure upgrades. The successful contractor will be responsible for project management, quality assurance, safety compliance, and coordination with ongoing utility operations.
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