
This 2018 Renewable Energy Request for Proposals also provides bidders the opportunity to propose supplemental battery energy storage systems that deliver at least 25 megawatts in short-term capacity. Details can be found in the 2018 Renewable Energy RFP Protocol Document, but key highlights are:
- Deadline for bids is February 2, 2018;
- Projects can range in size from 35 megawatts up to 330 megawatts;
- Supplemental battery energy storage systems of at least 25 megawatts can be proposed in addition to renewable energy projects;
- Projects must be capable of delivering energy to serve load in NV Energy’s retail service territory;
- The projects must be approved by the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada; and
- Project proposals must allow for one of the following commercial operation dates:
- On or before December 31, 2020 for at least 35 megawatts, but optional pricing is requested for a May 1, 2020 commercial operation date; or
- On or before December 31, 2021 for up to an additional 295 megawatts, but optional pricing is requested for a May 1, 2021 commercial operation date.