Illinois BidBuy #26-532EPA-DIROF-B-52393

IEPA Clean Fleet and Freight Concierge Services for Northern Illinois

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is seeking professional consulting services to establish and operate a Clean Fleet and Freight Concierge for Northern Illinois, supporting the U.S. EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) Program. - Government Buyer: - Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or manufacturers are named; the solicitation is for consulting and program management services, not direct product procurement. - Products and Services Requested: - Clean Fleet and Freight Concierge Services for small- to medium-sized fleet and freight operators (up to 30 vehicles) - Fleet needs assessments - Electrification proposals (zero-emission vehicle options, infrastructure recommendations) - Cost and incentive analyses - Coordination with utilities and CPRG stakeholders - Administrative, outreach, and project management activities - Market intelligence and incentive reporting - Workforce training and freight planning support - Related statewide initiatives (from CPRG workplan) include building electrification incentives, heavy-duty vehicle charging infrastructure, zero-emission vehicle deployment, community geothermal pilots, and clean landscaping equipment rebates - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Focus on supporting small- to medium-sized fleets in transitioning to zero-emission vehicles and infrastructure - Locked pricing prior to technical evaluation - Detailed monthly reporting and compliance with diversity and inclusion criteria - Coordination with other CPRG efforts, utilities, and workforce training initiatives - Maximum contract value of $1,500,000 - No renewal or extension options; contract term aligns with federal CPRG program, ending no later than September 30, 2029

Description

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is soliciting proposals for professional services to support fleet and freight operators in Illinois with vehicle electrification and associated planning. This Request for Proposal (RFP) is part of the U.S. EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) Program and focuses on Task 2.4: Create a Clean Fleet and Freight Concierge for the northern region of Illinois. The scope includes conducting fleet needs assessments, cost analyses, infrastructure recommendations, administrative and outreach activities, and incentive reporting. The contract term is from execution until September 30, 2029, with a funding cap of $1,500,000.

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