Distributed Energy Resources Management System (DERMS) RFP
REC has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to procure a Distributed Energy Resources Management System (DERMS) platform as part of the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnership (GRIP) grant.
Our strategy behind DERMS focuses on maximizing the value of distributed energy resources (DERs) while ensuring grid reliability, sustainability, and cost control for the Cooperative. By creating an environment where renewable energy sources and energy storage systems can be effectively managed, we aim to tackle the challenges posed by increased DER penetration. This approach aligns with broader energy policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing energy security, and promoting economic growth through clean energy initiatives.
Please submit any questions regarding this RFP or process to RFPDERMS@myrec.coop
Request For Proposal Resources
Below is a summary document of the DERMS RFP.
Once the Intent to Propose form is verified and the NDA completed, all eligible parties will receive the full version of the DERMS RFP
DERMS RFP Announcements:
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) is pleased to announce Virtual Peaker as the selected vendor for the Distributed Energy Resources Management System (DERMS).
This partnership will maximize the distributed energy resources while ensuring grid reliability, sustainability and cost control for the Cooperative and its members. By creating an environment where renewable energy sources and energy storage systems can be effectively managed, we aim to tackle the challenges posed by increased DER penetration. This approach aligns with broader energy policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing energy security, and promoting economic growth through clean energy initiatives.
Virtual Peaker will support REC's platform as part of the Department of Energy's (DOE) Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnership (GRIP) grant.
- As of 11/26/2025, the timeline has been updated.
Timeline
| Event | Closing Dates |
| Intent to Propose Form Submitted |
EVENT CLOSED |
| NDA Completed |
EVENT CLOSED |
| Release of RFP to Interested Vendors *Upon NDA Completion |
EVENT CLOSED |
| Bidder's Conference |
EVENT CLOSED |
| Deadline for Questions Related to RFP |
EVENT CLOSED |
| REC Responses to Questions Provided |
EVENT CLOSED |
| Deadline for Proposal Responses |
EVENT CLOSED |
| Evaluation of Proposals |
EVENT CLOSED |
| Invitations Issued to Finalists to Interview |
EVENT CLOSED |
| Interview of Finalists |
EVENT CLOSED |
| Evaluation of Finalist Proposals |
EVENT CLOSED |
| Project Award Announced |
EVENT CLOSED |
| Finalization and Acceptance | October 31, 2025 - December 31, 2025 |
*Timeline subject to change.