RFP#004-27 Level 3 EV Chargers

Burlington Electric Department (BED) is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP) for the purchase of four Level 3 DC fast chargers. The department seeks to acquire four ChargePoint Express 250 units (62.5 kW each) to expand its electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The specific part numbers required include the CPE250C-625-CCS1-200A-CHD station with CCS1 and CHAdeMO cables, along with a mounting bracket for below-cable entry installations. Vendors must also supply a one-year Enterprise Cloud Plan subscription for advanced station management features such as custom video uploads and fleet management, as well as a one-year ChargePoint Assure service plan for the stations.

The RFP specifies exact part numbers and accessories, including the DC-UNIVERSAL-CMT-METRIC bracket, the CPCLD-ENTERPRISE-DC-1 cloud subscription, and the CPE250-ASSURE-1 service plan. These components are required to ensure proper installation, operation, and maintenance of the charging stations. The chargers are intended for deployment within BED's service territory in Burlington, Vermont, supporting the utility's commitment to transportation electrification and clean energy.

Proposals must be submitted electronically via the web form on BED's RFP page. The submission form requires the company name, contact name, email address, phone number, and an uploaded file containing the proposal. The deadline for submission is July 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET. No other key dates such as pre-bid conferences, question deadlines, or evaluation periods have been listed in this solicitation.

Vendors interested in this opportunity should review the full RFP document available as a PDF download on the BED website. The document may contain additional terms, conditions, and evaluation criteria not visible on the main RFP page. BED is a municipal electric utility serving Burlington, Vermont, and this procurement is part of its ongoing efforts to grow the region's EV charging network.