Opportunity
New York State Contract Reporter #PON 6149
NYSERDA Solicits Proposals for Grid Enhancing Technologies to Modernize New York's Electric Grid
Posted
June 26, 2026
Respond By
November 19, 2029
Identifier
PON 6149
NAICS
541715, 541330, 541690
NYSERDA is seeking proposals for Grid Enhancing Technologies (GETs) to modernize New York's electric grid as renewable energy integration increases. - Government Buyer: - New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) - Products/Services Requested: - Product development of new grid enhancing technologies, requiring involvement of a New York State manufacturer - Demonstration projects for grid enhancing technologies, to be sited within New York State - Up to $3 million in funding per award, with a 50% cost share requirement - Total program funding of $24 million - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Projects must address technical and economic barriers to grid modernization - Product development projects must involve a New York State manufacturer - Demonstration projects must be located in New York State - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to all qualified technologies - No set-aside goals for SDVOB, MWBE, or DBE participation - OEMs: - No specific OEMs named; open to all qualified manufacturers - Additional Information: - Developed in collaboration with the Advanced Technology Working Group (ATWG) - Full requirements and details are available in PON 6149 on NYSERDA's website
Description
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) announces the availability of $24 million in funds for Grid Enhancing Technologies (GETs). This Program Opportunity Notice (PON) seeks technologies to improve the performance and validate value propositions for the electric power delivery system as it evolves with increasing renewable penetration. The projects focus on product development and demonstration projects that improve the resiliency, reliability, and overall performance of the power grid to support New York State's clean energy goals. Eligibility includes proposals for product development and demonstration projects with up to $3 million in NYSERDA funding per award and a 50% cost share requirement. Demonstration project sites must be in New York State, and new product development projects should involve a New York State manufacturer.