2027 ENERGY PERFORMANCE CONTRACTING RFP/RFQ

The School District of Springfield R‑12 is seeking a NAESCO‑accredited Energy Service Company (ESCO) to deliver a full‑service 2027 Energy Performance Contract for four school facilities. The contractor must handle project planning, design, construction, commissioning, and provide a long‑term guarantee of energy‑cost savings. The solicitation mandates attendance at a pre‑bid meeting (10/23/2026) and a mandatory site‑visit before bid submission. Proposals are due 12/16/2026. The award will be a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract covering all design, construction, and performance‑verification activities, with required bid, payment, and performance bonds, prevailing‑wage compliance, and a one‑year workmanship warranty. • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting (10/23/2026) and site visits (must be completed). • Full‑service ESCO required: planning, design, construction, commissioning, and savings guarantee. • Scope includes four school sites (Weaver Elementary, David Harrison Elementary, McBride Elementary, Cherokee Middle). • Bid format: GMP for all locations plus optional individual site pricing. • Bonds: 5 % bid guarantee; 100 % payment and performance bonds. • Compliance: prevailing‑wage, safety training, insurance (general, professional, pollution, etc.). • Submission deadline: 12/16/2026 2:00 PM CT.