SLED Opportunity · NORTH CAROLINA · NORTH CAROLINA AGRICULTURAL AND TECHNICAL STATE UNIVERSITY
AI Summary
North Carolina A&T State University seeks a vendor to deliver a custom turnkey Smart Grid & Microgrid Immersive Learning and Training Platform using VR technology to train a clean energy workforce. The platform will simulate realistic grid environments for interactive, hands-on learning. Proposals due May 14, 2026.
STEPS4GROWTH is a four-year program funded through the American Rescue Plan Good Jobs Challenge grant and awarded to North Carolina A&T State University within the Computational Data Science & Engineering Department. The program is designed to develop a robust, clean energy workforce training ecosystem. As part of this effort, STEPS4GROWTH is seeking a qualified vendor to deliver a custom-built, turnkey solution for the “Smart Grid & Microgrid Immersive Learning and Training Platform”, including full system integration. The proposed platform will accelerate the development of a future-ready clean energy workforce by leveraging immersive virtual reality (VR) technologies to teach core concepts in smart power systems. The goal is to create an innovative, interactive, and accessible learning environment that complements traditional classroom instruction while providing learners with hands-on, virtual exposure to critical systems, tools, and operational scenarios commonly used in the modern power and energy sector. The VR-based training modules will simulate realistic grid environments, equipment, and operational conditions, allowing students and program participants to engage with complex smart grid and microgrid systems within a safe, controlled setting. Through this immersive approach, learners will be able to visualize and interact with system components, conduct experiments, troubleshoot faults, and observe dynamic system behaviors in real time. These capabilities are often difficult or prohibitively expensive to replicate in physical laboratory environments due to cost, space limitations, or safety concerns.
| Status | Event Name | Location | Description | Dates | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ongoing | Open Date | Online Portal | Posting date for the Opportunity | May 5th 2026, 12:00 PM EDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | Questions Due Date | Online Portal | Deadline to submit Questions | May 8th 2026, 5:00 PM EDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | Close Date | Online Portal | Deadline for Submissions | May 14th 2026, 2:00 PM EDT | N/A |
Note: Template files for the items below (BidTables, Questionnaires) are available in the Attachments section of this opportunity.
| Name | Type | # Files | Requirement | Instructions | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Approach Proposal Section 5.6 | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required | ||
| RFP Document | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required | ||
| ATTACHMENT D: HUB SUPPLEMENTAL VENDOR INFORMATION | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required | ||
| ATTACHMENT F: LOCATION OF WORKERS UTILIZED BY VENDOR | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required | ||
| ATTACHMENT G: CERTIFICATION OF FINANCIAL CONDITION | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required | ||
| Experience & Past Performance Section 5.2 | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required | ||
| Project Organization Section 5.5 | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required | ||
| Cover Letter & Title Page Section 2.7 | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required | ||
| Complete Project Pricing Sheet (BT-03YY) | BidTable: Excel (.xlsx) | 1 | Required | You will need to fill out the provided Response Template for this BidTable. | Download |
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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