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Serving Beyond the Meter
Whether responding to an emergency, supporting local events, sharing safety information or recognizing student achievement, Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative is committed to improving the quality of life in the communities we serve.
Growing Skills, Building the Future
Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative is proud to recognize several members of the cooperative family for recent achievements and career milestones. From hands-on learning opportunities to professional certifications and promotions, these accomplishments reflect a commitment to excellence and service.
RFP TAFB.2026.02 Control House Building
GCEC is issuing this Request for Proposals (the “RFP”) to subcontract certain work for the Tyndall AFB Zone 4.1 infrastructure upgrade under its Prime Contract. Specifically, GCEC is soliciting proposals to this RFP (Power Switchyard Control House Building – Installation and Commissioning, Electric Infrastructure) from bidders for services to complete the overall program as described in Exhibit A (Statement of Work) (the “Services” or the “Work”)
Training Course Energizes Efficiency Measures for Members
PowerSouth Energy Cooperative, Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative’s wholesale power supplier, hosted a Residential Energy Auditing Training Course in April for distribution member employees who assist members with residential energy use.
2026 Legislative Conference
In April, more than 1,500 electric cooperative leaders gathered at the National Rural Electric Cooperative Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C., to meet with lawmakers and agency officials and advocate for policies that help keep the lights on for 42 million Americans.
Safety on the Road
Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative’s live line safety trailer makes stops throughout the community, with recent demonstrations at Rock Solid Church’s Spring Fling, top; High Praise Panama City’s homeschooling group, bottom right; West Florida Electric Cooperative’s Annual Meeting, right; and Tyndall Air Force Base.
Take Your Child to Work Day
Excitement filled the air as Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative welcomed employees’ children and grandchildren for Take Your Child to Work Day.
RFP GCEC_202602 Per Unit Electric Distribution Construction
Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative (GCEC) is requesting proposals from qualified respondents capable of providing services to construct overhead and underground
President’s Message – May 2026
Have a Plan and Stay Alert As summer gets underway, so does hurricane season, which officially begins in June. For those across Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative’s service area, that means a higher risk of severe weather—high winds, heavy rain, flash…
Team Updates
Promotion, certifications and new hires We are proud to share several exciting updates that reflect the continued growth, dedication, and excellence of our team. First, congratulations to Cole Barfield on his well-earned promotion to director of safety and training. Cole…