MISO 2026 - Electricity generated by Coal-Fired Production Facilities

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks proposals for a firm-fixed-price, requirements-type contract for the retail supply and transmission of electricity generated by Coal-Fired Production Facilities (CFPFs) and ancillary services. The electricity will be delivered to various government installations.

• Supply of electricity and ancillary services to specified Service Points.

• Generation of electricity must be from CFPFs, adhering to Executive Order 14386.

• Contractor must manage supply, scheduling, and coordination of power delivery.

• Contractor is responsible for imbalance policies, transmission grid losses, and UDC line losses.

• Annual Compliance Period requires electricity generated by CFPFs to be no less than the cumulative metered load.

• Annual Review Report detailing electricity generated by CFPFs is required.

• Deliverables include annual compliance reviews, CFPF attestation forms, and invoices.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price, requirements type.

• Period of Performance: 24 months, beginning May 2027 and ending May 2029.

• Estimated Contract Value: Summarized in Table 1, with specific values for CLINs TBD.

• Capacity charges (Zonal Resource Credits) through the Planning Resource Auction (PRA) will be passed through to the Government.

• Offers must be submitted by the specified due date: May 01, 2026, 03:00 PM Local Time.

• Evaluation factors include Past Performance, Technical Capability/Risk, Small Business Participation, and Price.

• Past Performance is the most important non-price factor.

• Offers must include required information as per FAR 52.212-1, including UEI and agreement with terms.

• Offers are to be submitted electronically to DLAEnergy.eteam@dla.mil.

• The acquisition is identified as UNRESTRICTED or SET ASIDE (details not fully specified in the provided pages, but NAICS code 221112 with a size standard of 950 employees is listed).

• Specific clauses related to Small Business Concerns and HUBZone Small Business Concerns are incorporated by reference.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses by reference.

• Attachments include Installation Data Sheet (JA1), CFPF Attestation Form (JA2), FAR and DFARS Clauses in Full Text (JA3), Small Business Subcontracting Plan Form (JA4), Pricing Sheet (JA5), and Proposal Requirements & Reps/Certs (JA6).

• Executive Order 14386 is a key driver for this procurement, emphasizing coal-fired power generation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains two forms (Form A and Form B) required for attesting to electricity supply from coal-based power sources. These forms are part of the "SPE604-26-R-0400" opportunity and are related to the "CFPF Attestation Forms".

• Form A (Retail Energy Supplier Attestation): Requires the supplier to declare that all coal-based power supplied to the Government was generated by CFPF generators, obtained through a direct contractual agreement with a CFPF, and that the data on Form B is accurate. It includes fields for total CFPF product supplied (kWh Generation) and a breakdown by CLIN (e.g., CLIN 0001-Scott AFB, CLIN 0002-USACE, CLIN 0003-IL ANG).
• Form B (CFPF Generator Attestation): Requires the coal-fired production facility (CFPF) to provide facility information (name, address, eGRID subregion, Facility ID, contact person, telephone, email) and details about their coal-based power generation, including Fuel Type, Capacity (MW), Total kWh Sold to Supplier During Compliance Period, Date Facility First Operational, and Period of Delivery.

Bidders responding to the "SPE604-26-R-0400" opportunity must understand and complete these forms if they are supplying electricity from coal-based power sources. Form A is to be submitted by the Retail Energy Supplier, and Form B must be completed by the CFPF facilities and returned to the supplier for submission. This attestation is a contractual requirement for the specified compliance period.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment JA3: FAR and DFARS Clauses in Full Text," provides the complete text of several Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses that are applicable to this solicitation or contract. These clauses outline the terms and conditions governing the agreement.

• FAR 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS -- COMMERCIAL ITEMS (Deviation 2026-00038 JAN 2026) (TAILORED): Covers inspection/acceptance, assignment, changes, disputes, definitions, excusable delays, invoicing, patent indemnity, payment terms (including prompt payment, EFT, discounts, overpayments, and interest), risk of loss, taxes, termination for convenience and cause, title, warranty, limitation of liability, other compliances, compliance with laws unique to government contracts, order of precedence, and unauthorized obligations.
• FAR 52.216-18 Ordering (Deviation 2026-00038 JAN 2026): Details how delivery or task orders will be issued and managed under the contract.
• FAR 52.216-21 REQUIREMENTS (Deviation 2026-00038 JAN 2026): Defines this as a requirements contract, specifying that quantities are estimates and delivery/performance will be based on issued orders.
• FAR 52.232-18 AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS (APR 1984): States that funds are not presently available and the contract obligation is contingent upon appropriation.
• DFARS 252.204-7021 CONTRACTOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE CYBERSECURITY MATURITY MODEL CERTIFICATION LEVEL REQUIREMENTS (NOV 2025): Outlines requirements for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) levels, including definitions, framework, duplication, contractor responsibilities, reporting, and subcontract flowdown.
• DFARS 252.204-7025 NOTICE OF CYBERSECURITY MATURITY MODEL CERTIFICATION LEVEL REQUIREMENTS (NOV 2025): Specifies the CMMC level required for the solicitation (CMMC Level 1 (Self)) and the conditions for award, including current CMMC status and continuous compliance affirmation.
• DLAD PROCUREMENT NOTE L39 CYBERSECURITY MATURITY MODEL CERTIFICATION (CMMC) LEVEL 1 SELF-ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT FOR FEDERAL CONTRACTING INFORMATION (NOV 2025): Reinforces the requirement for a CMMC Level 1 Self-Assessment for Federal Contract Information (FCI) and provides links for further information and submission.

This document is critical for bidders as it contains the legally binding terms and conditions that will govern the contract. Understanding these clauses is essential for preparing a compliant proposal and for fulfilling contractual obligations if awarded. Key areas for bidders to note include payment terms, invoicing procedures, termination clauses, ordering processes, and the mandatory cybersecurity requirements (CMMC Level 1 Self-Assessment) which are a prerequisite for award.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Small Business Subcontracting Plan form, required by Public Law 95-507, Public Law 99-661, and FAR Clause 52.219-9. It is used by offerors to outline their goals and procedures for subcontracting with small business concerns.

• Offeror Information: Name and address, type of plan (Individual or Commercial), solicitation number, and effective dates.
• Total Contract Value & Projected Sales: Fields to be completed by the Contracting Officer and the Contractor.
• Part 1 – Subcontracting Goals: Details planned dollar amounts and percentages for subcontracting to Large Businesses (LB) and various Small Business categories (SB, VOSB, SD-VOSB, HUBZone, SDB, WOSB). It also requires a description of the types of supplies and services to be subcontracted to each SB concern.
• Part 2 – Subcontracting Procedures: Outlines who will administer the subcontracting program, methods for identifying potential sources, and methods used to ensure equitable competition for SB concerns.
• Part 3 – Subcontracting Plan Management: Certifies the offeror's commitment to managing the plan, including procedures for assisting small businesses, considering their potential, counseling representatives, confirming certifications, providing notice of penalties, and including utilization clauses in subcontracts.
• Part 4 – Agreement and Approval Signatures: Sections for Offeror's agreement, review, Contracting Officer's approval, Division Chief's approval (if SDB goal is less than 5%), and Small Business Specialist's approval.
• Terms and Definitions: Clarifies terms such as Commercial Plan, Individual Plan, SB, VOSB, SD-VOSB, HUBZone, SDB, WOSB, and Direct and Indirect Cost.

This form is critical for bidders to understand and complete if they are required to submit a subcontracting plan as part of their proposal. It details the specific goals and reporting requirements related to small business utilization. Bidders must accurately fill out this form to demonstrate their commitment to small business subcontracting, which may be an evaluation factor.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing sheet provided as an attachment to the solicitation. Bidders are expected to use this sheet to enter their offered unit prices for electricity.

• CLIN: Contract Line Item Number.
• Location/Installation Name: The specific site where electricity will be supplied.
• Type of Electricity: Indicates the type of service, noted as FFP (Firm Fixed Price).
• Number of Accounts: The number of accounts associated with each location.
• Estimated Quantity (kWh): The total estimated kilowatt-hours of electricity required for each line item.
• Offered Unit Price ($ / kWh): The price per kilowatt-hour that the offeror is proposing. Bidders must ensure this price does not exceed 5 digits to the right of the decimal place.
• Total Estimated Price: Calculated as 'Offered Unit Price' multiplied by 'Estimated Quantity' for FFP contracts.

This pricing sheet is critical for bidders to accurately calculate and submit their proposed costs for providing electricity. The total estimated quantity across all CLINs is 221,631,740 kWh. Bidders must adhere to the specified format for unit prices and understand the calculation for the total estimated price to ensure their proposal is compliant and competitive.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment JA6 - Proposal Requirements," outlines the specific requirements for submitting proposals in response to the solicitation for Coal-based Power Supply (SPE604-26-R-0400).

• Submission of Documents: Details the required items for proposal submission, including SF 1449, evidence of responsibility, past performance, technical capability, small business participation, price, authorized negotiators, subcontracting plan, exceptions/questions, and representations/certifications.
• E-mail Submission: Specifies that proposals must be submitted via email to dlaenergy.eteam@dla.mil, with guidelines on file formats (PDF, Excel, Word, PowerPoint), size limits (50 MB), and signature requirements.
• Required Items: Lists the essential components of a proposal, from SF 1449 and SF 30s to price and certifications.
• Responsibility Criteria: Includes a minimum of 12 months of experience in electricity supply and transportation within the last two years, and the ability to obtain transmission service agreements.
• Past Performance: Requires submission of three past performance references for retail electricity supply over at least 12 continuous months within the last two years.
• Technical Capability/Risk: Requires a 4-page narrative on management capabilities, including personnel, contingency plans, and account management.
• Small Business Participation: Requires a description of efforts to ensure small businesses have equal opportunity for subcontracts.
• Price: Outlines requirements for initial and final price proposals, including format ($/kWh) and submission deadlines.
• Representations and Certifications: Includes specific FAR and DFARS provisions that require offeror certification regarding responsibility matters, tax matters, and covered defense telecommunications equipment or services.

This attachment is critical for bidders as it details all the necessary components, formats, and submission instructions for their proposals. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in the proposal being deemed unacceptable or ineligible for award. It clearly defines what information must be provided, how it should be presented, and the criteria against which proposals will be evaluated.