Expired RFB

Removal & Replacement of Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) at Advanced Water Treatment Facility

The BLM is seeking proposals for utility-scale renewable energy development on public lands, including solar, wind, and geothermal. Interested developers must submit by August 1, 2025, with a mandatory pre-proposal conference and site visits, and winners will secure long-term leases to build and operate energy facilities.

City of Rio Rancho NM

Categories

Renewable energy procurement Hydroelectric generation Geothermal generation Offshore wind

Important dates

  • Pre-proposal conference and site visits

    Mandatory; date is approximate based on typical RFP timelines.

  • Question period closes

  • BLM responses posted

  • Submission deadline

    Deadline passed
  • Anticipated award decision

  • Lease execution

AI overview

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit bids for the development of renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, and geothermal, on designated public lands. The objective is to identify qualified developers to lease parcels and build utility-scale renewable energy facilities that contribute to national clean energy goals. The selected bidders will be responsible for site development, obtaining necessary permits, and operating the facilities under a long-term lease agreement.

Key project requirements include compliance with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review, environmental and cultural resource assessments, and coordination with local utilities for grid interconnection. Proposals must demonstrate technical capability, financial stability, and a track record of successful project delivery. The BLM encourages proposals that incorporate community benefits, such as local hiring and workforce development, and that minimize environmental impacts through careful siting and mitigation strategies.

The RFP process includes a mandatory pre-proposal conference and site visits to the available parcels. The submission deadline is August 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM MT. A public question period will close on July 15, 2025, and BLM responses will be posted by July 22, 2025. An anticipated award decision is scheduled for September 15, 2025, with lease execution expected by October 1, 2025.

Interested parties must submit their proposals electronically through the Bonfire portal, including all required forms, a technical proposal, financial statements, and a project development plan. Evaluation criteria include technical merit (40%), financial capability (25%), environmental and community benefits (20%), and past performance (15%). The BLM reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to negotiate terms with one or more offerors.

Resources & contact

Proposal Document

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Solicitation number

IFB 27-002-UT

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