Upper Midwest Clean Energy & Capacity RFP
LevelTen Energy, on behalf of four Upper Midwest utilities (CMPAS, Connexus Energy, GLU, CFU), is seeking proposals for up to 1,000,000 MWh/year of renewable PPAs and up to 400 MW of storage/ZRC-only capacity in MISO. Proposals are due September 15, 2026, with submissions required via the LevelTen platform. The RFP supports Minnesota's carbon-free standard and MISO resource adequacy requirements.
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This RFP is issued by LevelTen Energy on behalf of four buyers: Central Municipal Power Agency/Services (CMPAS), Connexus Energy, Great Lakes Utilities (GLU), and Cedar Falls Utilities (CFU). These utilities serve members in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa, and are all located within the MISO region. The Buyers are seeking proposals for renewable power purchase agreements (PPAs) for solar, wind, and hybrid projects, as well as standalone storage agreements and Zonal Resource Credit (ZRC)-only contracts. The aggregate target is up to approximately 1,000,000 MWh/year of PPA energy and up to approximately 400 MW of storage or ZRC-only capacity. The procurement aims to support Minnesota's Carbon Free Standard, 45V tax credit requirements, and MISO resource adequacy needs.
The PPA proposals are sought within MISO Local Resource Zones (LRZ) 1 through 3, while ZRC-only capacity can be located across LRZ 1 through 7. This geographic scope allows for a broad selection of projects while prioritizing local resources for energy deliveries. The Buyers are open to various contract structures that meet their compliance and portfolio needs.
The RFP follows a structured schedule with several key milestones. Respondent questions are due by August 10, 2026. The Buyers will post answers to all questions on the LevelTen platform by August 19, 2026. Respondents must submit a notice of intent to bid on the platform by August 20, 2026. Final proposals are due by September 15, 2026. Shortlisted respondents will be notified on October 26, 2026.
All submissions must be made through the LevelTen Energy platform. Interested parties must access the RFP materials via the provided link and may need to request platform access if not already registered. Any questions or issues regarding platform access should be directed to Deals@LevelTenEnergy.com. This procurement represents a significant opportunity for developers and suppliers of renewable energy and storage capacity to secure long-term contracts with established municipal and cooperative utilities in the Upper Midwest.
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