Ontario Electricity RFPs

In support of the Ontario Power Authority's (OPA) electricity generation capacity and demand-side management request for proposals (RFP), as well as the Ontario Electricity Renewables RFP process, the IESO has created this site as a convenient location for information on making a new or modified connection to the IESO-controlled grid or distribution systems in Ontario. Also provided is information on how to become a participant in the IESO-administered markets.

The OPA's Generation Procurement Website is the main source for all information pertaining to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for new generation in the province of Ontario. All RFP documents are available on this website, in addition to information on:

• Generation
  • Combined Heat and Power I (CHP I RFP)
  • Combined Heat and Power II (CHP II RFP)
  • Combined Heat and Power III (CHP II RFP)
  • GTA West
  • Northern York Region
    
• Conservation and Demand Management
  • York Region Demand Response
  • 250 MW Demand Response
• Renewables (I, II, III)
• Standard Offer Program

Getting Ready

A number of important and interrelated steps are involved in making a new or modified connection to the IESO-controlled grid or distribution systems in Ontario including participation in the IESO-administered markets. Participants wanting to apply through the RFP process where an agreement with the IESO is required must submit a complete SIA (System Impact Assessment) application approximately 45 calendar days before the RFP due date. Exact due dates are available on the IESO website at: www.ieso.ca/imoweb/news/newsItem.asp?newsItemID=4127.

For your convenience, the process diagram below provides a detailed outline of the key steps involved and how they interrelate. Just click on the diagram to help guide you through the process.

If you need assistance with respect to the IESO's connection assessment process or requirements, or if you have any questions about the market participant registration process, please contact the IESO at 905-403-6900 or 1-888-448-7777, or by e-mail at customer.relations@ieso.ca.