GSA seeks contractors for Energy Supply Acquisition Management Services to manage its extensive energy portfolio. This announcement aims to identify qualified contractors with expertise in technical market advice, forecasting, analysis, and program management. The NAICS Code is 541690, with a size standard of $16.5 million in average annual receipts.

Overview

This is a Sources Sought announcement only. No solicitation is available at this time, and this notice does not constitute a commitment by the Government.

Background

GSA currently manages an energy portfolio including:

• Natural gas: ~398 accounts, ~21.5 million dekatherms annually, 137 contracts across 80 utilities in 35 states
• Electricity: ~927 accounts, ~4.6 billion kilowatt hours annually, 32 contracts across 30 utilities in 15 states

GSA procures utility services under 40 U.S.C. § 501(b) and § 502. Executive Order 14057 sets a goal of 100% carbon pollution-free electricity by 2030, including 50% 24/7 CFE.

Purpose

GSA aims to identify contractors capable of providing:

• Technical expert-level market advice
• Market forecasting and analysis
• Program and acquisition management
• Familiarity with federal procurement and appropriations law
• In-depth financial and life cycle cost analysis

Technical Services Required

Program Management

• REC attestation collection and reporting
• Contract component updates and calculations
• NGAP account management (minimum 398 accounts)
• Billing, payment, and account discrepancy resolution
• Information preparation for agency requests

Advisory Services

• Weekly energy market condition updates
• Risk management strategy development
• Portfolio management recommendations
• Procurement strategy creation
• Renewable energy market analysis

Pre and Post Award Services

• Data repository creation and maintenance
• Historical utility data collection
• Government POC and RFP participant engagement
• Energy supply RFP development
• Pre-proposal conference hosting
• Strategic pricing recommendations

Submission Guidelines

Response Deadline

• Date: January 29, 2025
• Time: 4:00 PM EST

Contact Information

• Inquiries: Collette Scott
• Email: collette.scott@gsa.gov

Response Requirements

• Content: Address all attached questions with detailed examples of relevant corporate experience.
• Specificity: Ensure responses are tailored to the requested scope.

Important Note

• Submission of information is voluntary and does not guarantee any obligation or award from the government.

Section 508 Compliance

This announcement complies with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Additional Information

The attached questions document is crucial for your response. Please ensure you address all questions thoroughly to demonstrate your capabilities and experience.