Opportunity

California eProcure #PMB202605

California CDCR Seeks Qualified ESCOs for Statewide Clean Energy and Decarbonization Projects

Posted

April 23, 2026

Respond By

May 29, 2026

Identifier

PMB202605

NAICS

541330, 541350, 238210

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking to establish a qualified pool of Energy Services Companies (ESCOs) to implement clean energy and decarbonization projects across its correctional facilities statewide. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) - Facility Planning, Construction and Management Division - Program Management Branch, Energy Sustainability Section - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive energy services for clean energy and decarbonization projects - Includes project management, engineering, design, construction, preliminary assessments, investment grade audits, construction planning, installation, commissioning, measurement and verification, training, and project financing coordination - Projects will be implemented at 31 adult correctional institutions and other CDCR facilities statewide - Contract Structure and Value: - Qualified pool limited to eight ESCOs - Estimated total contract value: approximately $30 million - Duration: 24 months (2 years) - ESCOs in the pool will compete for specific project RFPs during the contract period - Notable Requirements: - Strict security and access protocols due to work at correctional facilities - Strong encouragement for participation by Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises and Small Businesses - No specific OEMs, part numbers, or product quantities are named; this is a qualifications-based solicitation - Primary UNSPSC code: 81101508 (Professional engineering services - Civil/Architectural)

Description

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is requesting statements of qualifications to establish a qualified pool of energy services companies (ESCOs) for implementing Clean Energy and Decarbonization projects statewide. The selected ESCOs will provide services including project management, engineering, design, construction, and execution of energy conservation measures at CDCR institutions. The pool will be used to facilitate energy efficiency projects funded through various mechanisms such as on-bill financing and government programs. The contract value is approximately $30,000,000 with an anticipated project implementation period of 24 months.

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