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Inclusive Community Solar 3.5 MW Standard Offer

We are seeking bids from Inclusive Community Solar Garden Developers for a 3.5 MW (AC) standard offering.

Capacity will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

Standard offer submissions will be accepted Aug. 3, 2026, 8 a.m. to Aug. 31, 2026, 5 p.m. MST. Submissions made outside of the established window will not be considered.

The Colorado Public Utilities Commission continues to implement rules governing the Inclusive Community Solar program, including subscriber protections, billing processes, reporting requirements and program administration. Developers will be expected to comply with all applicable rules and future updates.

To participate in the Inclusive Community Solar program, project developers will be required to demonstrate how they plan to meet and maintain the program's income-qualified participation goals. As Colorado finalizes implementation rules, developers may be expected to:

  • Develop and maintain an income-qualified subscriber enrollment strategy.
  • Verify that at least 51% of subscribed project capacity remains income-qualified throughout the life of the project. 
  • Demonstrate site control, have received all applicable permits, and have executed an interconnection agreement with Black Hills at the time of application.
  • Provide ongoing reporting and compliance documentation in accordance with Colorado Public Utilities Commission requirements.
     

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All bids must be submitted exclusively through the online application portal. Please use the Community Solar Garden Program application.

All required non-refundable $1,000 bid fees can be settled through either wire transfer or be transmitted by express, certified or registered mail, or hand-delivered to the Black Hills Energy Service Center Location. Proof of payment must be included in bid submission.

Wiring instructions

Wells Fargo Bank
ABA #: 121000248
ABA for ACH#: 091400046
Account name: Black Hills Colorado Electric
Account #: 3418228874

Please mail payment to:

Black Hills Energy
Attn: Renewable Energy Department
105 S. Victoria Ave
Pueblo, CO 81003