The City of Independence, Missouri, through its municipal utility Independence Power & Light (IPL), is seeking proposals to provide up to 100 MW of accredited capacity – either capacity‑only or capacity + energy – to be available beginning June 1 2027. The solicitation is open to multiple delivery structures (Power Purchase Agreements, asset purchases, leases, or unit participation) and requires a minimum block size of 20 MW. Proposals must detail capacity pricing ($/kW‑year), any energy component, fuel cost methodology, transmission arrangements, and must demonstrate a remaining economic life of at least 20 years for asset‑based offers. Evaluation will consider both quantitative cost metrics and qualitative factors such as site location, fuel supply plans, transmission risk, experience, and environmental impacts. The deadline for electronic submission is October 16 2026, with award expected in November 2026.
• Minimum 20 MW block, up to 100 MW total
• Delivery start: 1 Jun 2027; contract term 7‑20 years
• Eligible structures: PPA, asset purchase, lease, unit participation
• Required documentation: NDA, proposal data spreadsheet, non‑conflict affidavit, insurance, etc.
• Evaluation criteria: cost, reliability, fuel plan, transmission, experience, environmental compliance.