How to bid on Utility Grid Resiliency Support for Georgia Environmental Finance Authority

What the agency is buying

The Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA) is seeking consulting services for a Utility Grid Resiliency Support Program. This program aims to help three Georgia electric utilities improve their grid resilience. The services required include improving outage data management, reliability analysis, resiliency planning, restoration preparedness, and utility workforce development.

This is a qualifications-based selection process. GEFA will review statements of qualifications to identify entities capable of delivering these services.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 16, 2026. Responses are due by August 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your statement of qualifications before this deadline.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for consulting firms with expertise in utility grid infrastructure, data management, reliability analysis, resiliency planning, and workforce development within the energy sector. Firms with experience in supporting electric utilities and working with state environmental finance authorities would be well-suited.

The work falls under the construction category, specifically related to infrastructure consulting and planning for utility systems.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation documents and instructions, you need to go to the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). The event number is PE-92800-RFQC-2027-000000015. Viewing the posting and its document list is public and does not require an account.

Some Georgia events direct documents and responses to an external “Event Link” (Team Georgia Marketplace). Otherwise, you should submit your response as directed on the GPR posting before the deadline. The point of contact for questions is Richard Sawyer at [email protected].

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's specific experience and qualifications relevant to utility grid resilience, data management, and workforce development. Provide concrete examples of past projects where you have successfully delivered similar services to electric utilities or government agencies.

Ensure your statement of qualifications directly addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation. Pay close attention to any instructions regarding formatting, content, and submission method. A well-organized and concise response that highlights your unique capabilities will be more competitive.