Opportunity
Cleveland Opengov #290333
RFI: Utility-Scale Battery Energy Storage System for Frequency Regulation (Cleveland Public Power)
Posted
August 28, 2026
Respond By
September 18, 2026
Identifier
290333
NAICS
221121, 221118
Cleveland Public Power (CPP), a municipal utility owned by the City of Cleveland, is seeking industry feedback on deploying a utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) for frequency regulation. - Government Buyer: - City of Cleveland, Department of Public Utilities, Cleveland Public Power (CPP) - Opportunity Details: - Request for Information (RFI) to inform future procurement decisions - Focus on utility-scale BESS in the 30–50 MW range - Intended for frequency regulation services within the PJM market - Additional system support functions may include peak shaving - Requested Information: - System capabilities and control strategies - Participation models for frequency regulation - Performance expectations and risk factors - Cost considerations and financial feasibility - Notable Requirements: - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities requested - No OEMs or vendors named; open to all qualified technology providers, integrators, and developers - RFI is informational only; not a solicitation for proposals or pricing - OEMs: - None specified; opportunity open to all relevant manufacturers
Description
This is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by Cleveland Public Power for a utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in the 30–50 MW range. The system is intended to support frequency regulation services within the PJM market. Responses should address system capabilities, operational strategies, cost models, and market participation insights. The RFI is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals.