P27DC001 LARGE-SCALE, OFFSITE CLEAN ENERGY SOLUTION

The University is leading this RFP on behalf of both the University and a broader consortium ("Consortium") of public entities. In addition to the University, current members of the Consortium include the Arizona State University ("ASU"), City of Flagstaff, City of Phoenix, City of Sedona, City of Tempe, and Mountain Line - Northern Arizona Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority ("NAIPTA"). Additional members may be added prior to contract execution.

The Consortium is seeking to procure a volume of 714,000-914,000 megawatt hours (MWh) annually. Proposals may include a single project or multiple projects, provided the Proposal describes the volume, timing, commercial structure, environmental attributes, and other material terms associated with each project. The Consortium may consider portfolio-based proposals where no single project independently satisfies the full requested annual volume.

The University, on behalf of the Consortium, is requesting Proposals for Clean Energy projects.

Proposed projects to be designed to deliver clean energy, including but not limited to: wind, solar, geothermal, hydroelectric, and combinations thereof as well as hybrid clean energy plus storage projects.

The Consortium will consider proposals for eligible Clean Energy projects across multiple markets and geographies, including but not limited to:

• The Southwest Power Pool "SPP", inclusive of the SPP West Expansion
• California Independent System Operator ("CAISO")
• The Electric Reliability Council of Texas ("ERCOT")
• Projects within Arizona and the broader Southwest region, both settling into the above markets as a VPPA or via an alternative delivery structure (e.g. utility special contract or green tariff).

Proposers may provide bids with a volume of up to approximately 714,000 - 914,000 megawatt hours (MWh) annually. The Consortium may also opt to obtain volume requirements through multiple projects.

New-build projects require the Commercial Operation Date (COD) to occur prior to 2031.

Proposers to provide a comprehensive description of the project proposed within the Project Proposal Worksheet to include:

• Project location
• Expected Commercial Operation Date ("COD")
• Pricing structure
• Contract term
• Settlement hub, if applicable
• Any other pertinent details relevant to the project proposed
• Project Development Information.
• Information on the project development to date, to include any risks remaining in project.

Proposer shall submit a detailed cost proposal in the format found in Exhibit 2 to include all aspects of providing the scope of work associated with this RFP.

**Submission:** Proposals are to be addressed and delivered to Northern Arizona University, Attention Associate Vice President Becky McGaugh at 545 E. Pine Knoll Drive. Flagstaff, AZ 86011 on or before Thursday, December 10, 2026, by **3:00 P.M.** Arizona local time. No Proposals will be accepted after this time. No telephone, electronic or facsimile proposals will be considered. Conditional Proposals shall not be considered. If responding by United States Postal Services mail, allow additional time for on-campus delivery.

Proposers to provide complete responses to all requested items in the *P27DC001 Project Proposal Worksheet* and submit all required certifications, acknowledgments, and forms identified in this RFP. Each Proposal shall include all certifications and forms identified in Exhibit 3, signed by an individual authorized to legally bind the Proposer.

Price may weigh heavily in the evaluation process but will not be the only factor under consideration and may not be the determining factor.

All formal inquiries must be submitted at least fourteen (14) calendar days before the time and date set for closing this RFP. Addenda will be posted to the University's bid board at https://in.nau.edu/contracting-purchasing-services/nau-bid-board/ .