Request for Information: Distributed Energy Resources (DER)
ID: GSAPBS_DER-RFIType: Sources Sought
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GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATIONPUBLIC BUILDINGS SERVICEPBS R00 OFFICE OF ACQUISITION MGMTWASHINGTON, DC, 20405, USA

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Facilities Support Services (561210)

PSC

MAINTENANCE OF OFFICE BUILDINGS (Z1AA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/eef63050df8f474a9e04809bea28ec6c/view
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    The General Services Administration (GSA) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified vendors capable of providing Distributed Energy Resources (DER) solutions, including installation, maintenance, and support services. The primary objective is to enhance the management and operational efficiency of GSA's real estate assets through scalable and interoperable DER technologies, such as solar photovoltaic systems, energy storage, and microgrids, while ensuring compliance with GSA's SONIC requirements. Interested parties are invited to submit their capabilities, anticipated specifications, and cost estimates by providing detailed documentation, with responses due by the specified deadline. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Jacqueline De Simone at jacqueline.desimone@gsa.gov or call 215-446-4519.

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    Jacqueline De Simone
    (215) 446-4519
    jacqueline.desimone@gsa.gov
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