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Orlando Utilities Commission Microgrid Energy Storage System (ESS) and Integration Services Solicitation

The Orlando Utilities Commission is seeking proposals for a Microgrid Energy Storage System (ESS) to support electric vehicle charging and grid services. - Government Buyer: - Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC), Orlando, FL - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Ameresco - Concentric - ELM Microgrid - Etica AG - Hitachi Energy/Engineered Power Products - Honeywell - Socomec - Sumitomo - Products/Services Requested: - Microgrid Energy Storage System (ESS) with 250 kW capacity for 1-2 hours - Must be co-located with DC Fast Charging (DCFC) infrastructure for electric vehicles - Capable of exporting power to the grid - Supports microgrid operation during outages (grid-forming capability) - Provides grid services: peak shaving, solar smoothing, Volt/VAR regulation - Engineering, installation, and integration services for ESS and associated systems - Unique/Notable Requirements: - ESS must support DCFC systems during outages by forming a microgrid - Suppliers must indicate compliance with technical requirements (Attachment D); non-compliance does not automatically disqualify - System must be able to provide both grid-connected and islanded operation - Emphasis on integration with existing and future EV charging infrastructure

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Orlando Utilities Commission is soliciting proposals for the construction of an Energy Storage System (ESS) with a capacity of 250 kW for 1-2 hours. The ESS will be co-located with DC Fast Charging for electric vehicles and must support grid export, microgrid operation during outages, and grid services such as peak shaving and solar smoothing. Suppliers must indicate compliance with specified technical requirements, though non-compliance does not disqualify proposals. The system aims to enhance grid reliability and support EV infrastructure.

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