Photovoltaic bracket procurement contract

What types of contracts do Solar Contractors need?

Solar contractors should also be aware that federal contracts can be further categorized by the type of delivery — indefinite delivery contracts, definite quantity contracts, requirement contracts and single-task order contracts — and type of price — fixed-price contracts, cost-reimbursement contracts and incentive-type contracts.

Are solar photovoltaic systems a good investment?

For sites with time-of-use (TOU) and/or demand rates, solar PV systems are to be designed to offset the greatest amount of electricity in higher cost-rate periods and achieve the greatest annual dollar savings. Feasibility evaluations to determine the potential size of solar photovoltaic systems have not been completed.

Which states allow third party PPAs for solar PV?

Any government could use the self-ownership contract structure, while a subset also has the PPA option. According to the North Carolina Clean Energy Technology Center’s Database of State Incentive for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE), at least 29 states (and District of Columbia and Puerto Rico) authorize or allow third party PPAs for Solar PV.

Can a contractor recommend a PV system size?

After the contract award, the Contractor can recommend PV system sizes at their discretion, as long as the total aggregated PV system size is within plus/minus 10% of the original estimate. Certain buildings can be added or subtracted, subject to Governmental approval.

What if a solar contractor fails to provide a bond?

The Miller Act has strict notice requirements with which federal contractors must comply. Failure to provide bonds can lead to termination for default by the federal government. During performance, solar contractors must be familiar with their contractual obligations and rights.

Can a PPA be used for a solar project?

EECBG Program awardees interested in this option, should review the plans early with their local utility. Whether the government chooses a PPA or to own the solar project itself, the federal renewable electricity incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) can still be applied to the project.