Description
The City of East St. Louis is seeking three independent contractors to deliver Community Solar Outreach and Subscriber Management services under its grant‑funded Community Solar Initiative. The work includes resident outreach, education on community solar, recruitment of subscribers, enrollment assistance, data management, and regular reporting to meet grant compliance. One contractor will serve as Lead/Supervisor to coordinate the team, while two additional contractors will conduct field outreach and manage subscriber records. Services are expected to start September 2026 and continue for the duration of the funded contract period.
• Three contractor positions (1 Lead/Supervisor, 2 Outreach & Subscriber Management)
• Responsibilities: outreach events, resident education, enrollment support, database maintenance, monthly performance reporting
• Minimum qualifications: community outreach experience, strong communication, data‑entry skills, reliable transportation, interest in renewable energy, CEJA/FEJA training documentation
• Submission deadline: 24 August 2026, 10:00 a.m.; three sealed copies required
• Evaluation criteria: outreach experience (25 pts), solar/clean‑energy knowledge (20 pts), subscriber management (20 pts), CEJA/FEJA training (15 pts), communication & professionalism (10 pts), references (10 pts)
• Contract requires performance and insurance bonds, compliance with city and grant regulations.