Massachusetts launches RfP for 800 MW offshore wind project

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Massachusetts utilities Eversource Energy, National Grid USA, and Unitil Corp. have jointly issued a request for proposals to procure between 200 MW and 800 MW of offshore wind energy. This is the second solicitation by the utilities as part of a larger state-directed mandate to procure 1,600 MW of offshore wind.

Issued May 23, 2019, the utilities' request is offering 15 to 20-year power purchase agreements for supply ranging from 200 MW to 800 MW. The selected projects should come operational before January 1, 2027.

In a May 17 decision, Massachusetts' Department of Public Utilities accepted the utilities' proposed timetable, which calls for an August 9 deadline for confidential proposal submissions followed by an August 16 due date for public proposal submissions.

The selected projects need to enter commercial operation before January 1, 2027.

Tender documents can be accessed here.

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