Portland State University Bidlocker #1385576

Consulting Services for Best-Practice Study of Smart Grid and BESS Innovation Clusters

Portland State University (PSU) is seeking consulting services for a rapid best-practice study of three U.S. innovation clusters focused on smart grid and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) technologies. - Government Buyer: - Portland State University, Contracting and Procurement Services, University Financial Services - Products/Services Requested: - Consulting service: Rapid best-practice study of three U.S. innovation clusters - Includes research guideline refinement, comparative analysis, policy mapping, recommendations, implementation roadmap, and a stakeholder presentation - Focus on institutional capacity, policy enablers, and financial ecosystems for smart grid and BESS - Quantities and Deliverables: - One comprehensive study and facilitated presentation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Consultants must have expertise in regional economic development, energy commercialization, and stakeholder engagement - Maximum contract value is $25,000 - Contract term ends August 31, 2026 - The contract may be used by other Oregon public universities and education agencies via cooperative purchasing - Strong encouragement for participation from minority-owned, women-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, and emerging small businesses - Electronic submission required via PSU's Bonfire portal - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are mentioned in the solicitation

Description

Portland State University (PSU) is seeking quotes for a rapid best-practice study of three US innovation clusters to identify institutional and policy enablers that attract risk capital and enhance regional coordination for smart grid and BESS technologies. The study aims to meet PSU's needs at the best value, considering price and other evaluation criteria. PSU encourages minority-owned, women-owned, service-disabled veteran owned, and emerging small businesses to participate. The contract may be utilized by other Oregon public universities and public education agencies through cooperative purchasing.

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