Energy Consulting Services for Electricity and Natural Gas Procurement

McLean County is soliciting proposals for energy brokerage and/or energy procurement consulting services for electricity and natural gas supply for County-owned facilities. The selected consultant will collaborate with County leadership to develop procurement strategies, manage market conditions, and optimize energy supply in a fiscally responsible manner. Services will include guidance on procurement timing, contract structure, market analysis, and risk management, with a focus on navigating Illinois' deregulated energy markets. Key services encompass electricity and natural gas procurement consulting, assistance with supplier solicitations, potential reverse auction management, contract negotiation support, evaluation of pricing structures, budget forecasting, cost analysis, and recommendations for mitigating market risk and volatility.