RFI for Projects in CAISO's Queue Cluster 16

WestLight Energy has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify and evaluate proposed energy projects that intend to interconnect to the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) grid as part of Queue Cluster 16. This RFI is a preliminary market sounding effort designed to gather technical and commercial information from developers, independent power producers, and other entities that are actively developing generation or storage projects in the CAISO interconnection queue.

The RFI covers projects of any technology type, including solar, wind, battery energy storage, hybrid resources, and other renewable or conventional generation. WestLight Energy is particularly interested in understanding project specifications such as capacity (MW), technology, commercial operation date (COD), point of interconnection, and any offtake or power purchase agreement requirements. The information collected will inform WestLight Energy's future procurement strategy and potential power purchase agreements (PPAs) or resource adequacy contracts.

Key dates for this solicitation include a release date of July 23, 2026, and a response due date of August 19, 2026. All responses must be submitted electronically via the designated online portal or email address provided in the full RFI document. Respondents are encouraged to provide detailed information on project status, development milestones, and any grid interconnection or permitting risks.

This RFI is not a binding procurement; rather, it is a data-gathering exercise to shape future solicitations. WestLight Energy may issue subsequent RFPs or RFOs based on the responses received. The agency emphasizes its commitment to supplier diversity and encourages small, local, and diverse businesses to respond.