Carlynton School District Solar Photovoltaic System RFP
Carlynton SDSchool · Carnegie, PA- Due
- Feb 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Albert Pater
The 30-second brief
Carlynton School District is seeking proposals for a direct ownership model to design, construct, and operate a roof-mounted solar photovoltaic system. The project aims to reduce electricity bills, create stable pricing, and support sustainability goals. The RFP includes requirements for system standards, equipment, interconnection, and a long-term operations and maintenance contract.
Design, construction, and long-term O&M of a solar photovoltaic system.
Overall Quality, Experience, Implementation Capacity, Financial Capacity, Proposed Hardware, Value and Price, Local Staffing and Offices.
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Summary
Carlynton School District is seeking proposals for a direct ownership model to design, construct, and operate a roof-mounted solar photovoltaic system.
The project aims to reduce electricity bills, create stable pricing, and support sustainability goals. The RFP includes requirements for system standards, equipment, interconnection, and a long-term operations and maintenance contract.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Overall Quality
- Experience
- Implementation Capacity
- Financial Capacity
- Proposed Hardware
- Value and Price
- Local Staffing and Offices
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Design
- Construction
- Long-term O&M of a solar photovoltaic system
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit 1.1: Resumes of business owners and managers, Exhibit 1.2: Business tax returns for 2022, 2023, 2024, Exhibit 1.3: 2025 operating budget, Exhibit 2.1: List of installed projects (>=300 KWDC), Exhibit 2.2: References from 3 schools/districts in PA, Exhibit 2.3: Listing of subcontractors, Exhibit 3.1: Cut sheets for modules, inverters, racking, fencing, monitoring, Exhibit 4.1: Electrical and site-plan drawings, Exhibit 5.1: PV Watts or other PV modeling software generation report, Exhibit 5.2: System Performance Guarantee, Exhibit 6.1: Completed construction budget (Excel), Exhibit 6.2: Completed Proposed Project Schedule, Exhibit 6.3: O&M pricing sheet and contract terms, Exhibit 6.4: Proposed Operations and Maintenance Service Contract, Exhibit 6.5: Training details.
- Submit to
- Keith Bielby, Director of Finance & Operations, 435 Kings Highway Carnegie, PA 15106
- Scope location
- 435 Kings Hwy, Carnegie, PA 15106
- Reported agency
- Carlynton School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Carlynton SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Keith Bielby, Director of Finance & Operations, 435 Kings Highway Carnegie, PA 15106. For questions, contact Albert Pater.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Carlynton SD in PA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Albert Pater. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Design, construction, and long-term O&M of a solar photovoltaic system.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Overall Quality, Experience, Implementation Capacity, Financial Capacity, Proposed Hardware, Value and Price, Local Staffing and Offices." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Carlynton SD?
All active and historical solicitations from Carlynton SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Carlynton SD regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Exhibit 1.1: Resumes of business owners and managers, Exhibit 1.2: Business tax returns for 2022, 2023, 2024, Exhibit 1.3: 2025 operating budget, Exhibit 2.1: List of installed projects (>=300 KWDC),. Review the full document from Carlynton SD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: 435 Kings Hwy, Carnegie, PA 15106. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.