Section 83E Offshore Wind RFP

The Massachusetts Clean Energy program, acting on behalf of the state's electric distribution companies (National Grid, Eversource, and Unitil), has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for long-term contracts for energy storage projects, designated as Section 83E Round 1. The RFP, dated July 31, 2025, seeks to procure energy storage resources to support grid reliability and clean energy objectives. The procurement includes model contracts, bidder response forms, a CPPD form, a bid fee submittal form, and utility-specific Standards of Conduct (Appendices F-1, F-2, F-3). The RFP is governed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities Order Docket 25-59.

Key documents for this RFP are hosted on this page, including the final RFP PDF (dated August 4, 2025), bidder response forms, and evaluation team rosters for each distribution company. The RFP outlines the process for submitting proposals, with detailed instructions contained in the RFP document and associated appendices. The evaluation teams consist of representatives from National Grid, Eversource, and Unitil, as listed in separate rosters.

This procurement is one of several under the Section 83E framework, with a second round (83E II) also underway for distribution-level projects. Interested bidders should review all documents carefully and monitor the 83E timeline and Q&A pages for updates. The RFP represents a major opportunity for energy storage developers to secure long-term contracts with Massachusetts utilities.