How to bid on Behind-the-Meter Energy Management Technology from the Department of Energy

What the Department of Energy is offering

The Department of Energy is offering a control algorithm for licensing, co-development, or evaluation. This is not a request for bids on products or services. The technology manages behind-the-meter batteries and onsite generation to perform peak shaving and load shaping in electrical power systems. This can reduce energy costs and demand charges for facility operators, and lessen strain on utility infrastructure.

The algorithm is designed to be scalable, applicable across residential, commercial, industrial, nanogrid, microgrid, and distribution-system contexts. It can be integrated into utility energy management systems or deployed as firmware on standalone microcontrollers. It uses a two-stage method of proactive hour-ahead scheduling and real-time adjustment, incorporating weather data for improved forecasting.

Key dates for this opportunity

This opportunity was published on July 20, 2026. The deadline for engagement is August 30, 2026, at 2:00 AM ET. This is the final date to express interest in licensing, co-development, or evaluation of the technology.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for industry partners interested in technology transfer, rather than those seeking procurement contracts. Ideal partners include power-system software developers, energy technology firms, and electric utilities. These organizations should be positioned to advance the technology toward commercial deployment.

The technology has potential applications for facilities seeking to reduce demand charges and energy costs, nanogrids and microgrids needing coordinated control, utility distribution systems for peak reduction, and critical facilities prioritizing energy security.

How to access the opportunity details

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Practical tips for engaging with technology transfer

When engaging with a technology transfer opportunity like this, focus on how your organization's capabilities align with the technology's potential. Clearly articulate your interest in licensing, co-development, or evaluation, and how you envision bringing the technology to market or integrating it into your existing operations.

Prepare to discuss your technical expertise, market reach, and financial capacity to support the advancement and deployment of the technology. Highlight any relevant experience with energy management systems, battery storage, onsite generation, or software/firmware development. A well-prepared discussion can demonstrate your suitability as a partner.