Consulting Services for Preparation of Data Center And Large-Load Development Regulatory Framework

The government authority located in Lakeland, FL needs consulting services to prepare a regulatory framework for data center and large-load development. The buyer requires the vendor to develop policies that protect existing utility customers from subsidizing growth-related costs across electric, water, wastewater, and stormwater services. The requested scope includes preparing objective, enforceable development standards covering site design, setbacks, buffering, landscaping, architecture, lighting, noise, mechanical equipment, operational performance, infrastructure, ongoing compliance, decommissioning, and compatibility. Additionally, the vendor must create recommendations promoting environmental stewardship, air quality consideration, waste heat management, sustainable energy, and efficient water use. Only onshore USA organizations are eligible to submit proposals, and the vendor will perform the work offsite. The buyer is looking for proposals to determine the budget. Bidders must submit all questions no later than September 18, 2026.