Up to 100 MW of Capacity Only or Capacity and Energy

The City of Independence, Missouri (Independence Power & Light) is seeking proposals to provide up to 100 MW of accredited capacity – either capacity‑only or capacity‑plus‑energy – to begin service on June 1 2027. Applicants may propose Power Purchase Agreements, asset purchases, asset leases, or unit participation structures. Minimum block size is 20 MW, with contract terms ranging from 7 to 20 years. Proposals must include detailed pricing (capacity $/kW‑year, energy $/MWh, fuel cost components), transmission cost estimates, fuel supply plans, and compliance with SPP deliverability requirements. Evaluation will be based on cost, reliability, fuel strategy, transmission risk, experience, and environmental considerations. Submission is electronic only via www.publicpurchase.com; the deadline is Dec 8 2026 5:00 PM CST. Questions are due by Dec 1 2026. Award is expected Feb 2027. • Minimum 20 MW block, up to 100 MW total • Service start: 1 Jun 2027 • Contract term: 7‑20 years • Proposal types: PPA, asset purchase, lease, unit participation • Required deliverables: pricing schedule, fuel cost formula, transmission cost, site data, financial/experience info • Evaluation: quantitative cost vs RAR, qualitative factors (fuel, transmission, experience, environmental) • Submission: electronic only, deadline Dec 8 2026 5 PM CST • Award anticipated Feb 2027