Photovoltaic panel bidding information

What is a solar RFP?

But first a few key definitions: A Request for Proposal (RFP) is a formal bid document to ask vendors to provide proposals for desired projects, as required by many public agencies (federal, state, local). A solar RFP outlines the photovoltaic (PV) product or service requirements, the contract terms, and bidding process.

Where can I get a solar RFP?

There are a variety of resources available to organizations issuing RFPs for PV arrays, including the American Cities Climate Challenge On-Site Solar Request for Proposals template and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s (NREL’s) Writing Solar Requests for Proposals (RFPs): Lessons from NREL’s University PV Implementation Assistance Program.

What should be included in a solar RFP response?

Solar RFP responses typically contain: Some RFPs for solar projects may require supporting local, woman-owned, or minority-owned businesses and using local labor. Also, some projects may include a marketing or community education component, which should be addressed in the solar RFP response.

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.

What should be included in a PV system monitoring proposal?

Monitoring shall include revenue-grade metering of PV system production and building consumption, pyranometer, and ambient air temperature sensor. Proposals must include Internet hosting of monitoring with on-line access for Buyer personnel and touchscreen kiosk or video monitor for public display of data.

When can a contractor inspect a PV system?

The Government Contracting Officer or the delegated Contracting Officer’s Representative may inspect the PV systems at any time during construction or after the PV systems have been put into operation. The Contractor may be ordered to stop work, or shut the systems down, if unsafe conditions or code violations are noted.