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83C III Timeline

Massachusetts electric distribution companies solicit long-term renewable energy contracts under Section 83C III RFP, seeking proposals for large-scale clean energy projects (solar, wind, etc.) with confidential proposals due September 16, 2021 and public proposals due September 23, 2021. Selected projects will negotiate contracts by March 2022, followed by DPU approval.

Massachusetts Clean Energy MA

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Power purchase agreements (PPAs) Renewable energy procurement Capacity/energy solicitations Independent power producer (IPP) contracts All-source generation procurement

Important dates

  • Published

  • Bidders Conference

  • Deadline for Submission of Questions

  • Submission deadline

    Deadline passed

  • Due Date for Submission of Public Proposals

  • Selection of Projects for Negotiation

  • Negotiate and Execute Long Term Contracts

  • Submit Long Term Contracts for DPU Approval

AI overview

This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by Massachusetts electric distribution companies under Section 83C of the Massachusetts Green Communities Act, seeking long-term contracts for renewable energy generation. The RFP is the third solicitation in the 83C series, targeting proposals for clean energy projects that will help Massachusetts meet its renewable portfolio standard goals. The procurement is administered through the MACleanEnergy.com portal, which serves as the central distribution company website for all bidding activities.

The solicitation process includes several key milestones. The RFP was issued on May 7, 2021. A Bidders Conference is scheduled for May 18, 2021, allowing prospective bidders to ask questions and clarify requirements. The deadline for submitting questions is May 25, 2021. Confidential proposals must be submitted by September 16, 2021, and public proposals are due by September 23, 2021. The Evaluation Team will select projects for negotiation by December 17, 2021, followed by a period of negotiation and execution of long-term contracts by March 28, 2022. The contracts will then be submitted for approval to the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) by April 27, 2022.

The RFP is part of a broader clean energy procurement framework managed by the Massachusetts distribution companies. The evaluation team reserves the right to modify the schedule as needed. All official updates to the timeline will be posted on MACleanEnergy.com. This solicitation focuses on large-scale renewable energy generation, including but not limited to solar, wind, and other clean energy technologies eligible under Section 83C. Projects must be capable of delivering long-term, cost-effective renewable energy to Massachusetts ratepayers.

The RFP targets developers and independent power producers who can propose new or existing renewable energy projects. Proposals must include detailed technical specifications, pricing structures, and project timelines. The selection process emphasizes cost-effectiveness, project viability, and the ability to deliver clean energy benefits to Massachusetts customers. Successful bidders will enter into long-term power purchase agreements that require DPU approval.

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83C III RFP

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