The Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC) is seeking proposals to conduct a cost-benefits analysis on the increased use of woody biomass heating in Mountain Maryland. The successful offeror will deliver a comprehensive report detailing the potential economic and environmental benefits, with a focus on how increased biomass utilization impacts environmental justice and underserved/overburdened communities in the region. The goal is to provide a clear and thorough assessment of the advantages of woody biomass heating.
Proposals must clearly communicate to each specified audience, addressing relevant concerns, highlighting the environmental impacts, economic potential and impacts, as well as policy recommendations based on analyses.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
RELEASE DATE: Monday, November 4, 2024
PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE: Monday, November 18, 2024. View the Q&A here.
DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF QUESTIONS: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
PROPOSAL DUE DATE: Monday, December 9, 2024
TENTATIVE DATE OF CONTRACT AWARD: Friday, January 31, 2025
You can view the RFP here.