Virginia's eProcurement Marketplace #RFA 127541

Grant funding for public-sector solar interconnection costs in Virginia

This opportunity from the Virginia Department of Energy supports public-sector solar projects by offsetting the costs of interconnecting distributed solar energy systems to the electric grid. - Government Buyer: - Virginia Department of Energy - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Grant funding for costs related to solar interconnection - Eligible expenses include: - Utility-required system upgrades - Protection equipment - Engineering studies - Infrastructure improvements for grid interconnection - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Only public-sector entities in Virginia are eligible - Focus on overcoming financial barriers to solar interconnection - Projects must address interconnection challenges as outlined in program guidelines - Detailed eligibility and application requirements provided in attached documentation

Description

The Virginia General Assembly established the Solar Interconnection Grant Program through Senate Bill 659 and House Bill 683 (2026) to address the cost barriers of interconnecting distributed solar energy systems to the electric grid for public-sector solar development. The program aims to offset interconnection costs such as utility-required system upgrades, protection equipment, engineering studies, and other infrastructure improvements. It supports public bodies in pursuing solar projects that reduce energy expenditures and increase clean energy deployment across the Commonwealth of Virginia. The program also helps understand interconnection challenges facing public-sector projects.

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