Charge Management Software System

Background
Spokane Transit Authority (STA) is requesting Proposals from qualified Proposers to furnish a Charge Management Software System (CMS) to coordinate the operation of its battery-electric bus charging infrastructure. STA anticipates awarding a three (3) year Contract. The RFP does not commit STA to enter into any Contract; to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of a Proposal in response to this RFP or in subsequent negotiations; or to procure or contract for the Work.

Work Details
The software application, and any associated hardware, shall offer remote controlled electrical demand management and system monitoring. The CMS must include the ability to limit charge by time of day, prioritize the charging of the BEB’s based on the state of charge (SOC) and dispatch times, and automatically direct power to connected BEBs based on the indicated criteria. Remote, manual override to charge any bus with available connected power should also be available within the system’s interface.

Period of Performance
The contract will be performed over a three-year period.

Place of Performance
The geographic location(s) where the contract will be performed is at STA’s NW Garage facility located at 1224 N. Cedar, Spokane, WA 99201.