City of Tenino Food Bank Solar Plus Storage RFP 2025
City of TeninoCity · Tenino, WA- Due
- Jan 31, 2027
- 89 days left
- Posted
- Dec 19, 2025
- Primary contact
- David Watterson
The 30-second brief
Seeks bids for the design, installation, and commissioning of a minimum 16.4 kW DC solar PV array and 15 kW/40 kWh battery energy storage system (BESS) at the City of Tenino Food Bank. The project aims to enhance building resiliency during power outages and emergencies.
Final design, Engineering, Equipment procurement, Installation, Commissioning, Permits, Utility interconnection
Bidder Qualifications, Cost Proposal, PV Equipment Specification, BESS/Microgrid Equipment Specification, Project Approach/Methodology
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Summary
Seeks bids for the design, installation, and commissioning of a minimum 16.4 kW DC solar PV array and 15 kW/40 kWh battery energy storage system (BESS) at the City of Tenino Food Bank. The project aims to enhance building resiliency during power outages and emergencies.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Bidder Qualifications
- Cost Proposal
- PV Equipment Specification
- BESS/Microgrid Equipment Specification
- Project Approach/Methodology
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Final design
- Engineering
- Equipment procurement
- Installation
- Commissioning
- Permits
- Utility interconnection
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
City of Tenino, Food Bank Solar Plus Storage - RFP Response - TEMPLATE (PDF), Formal bid with a Not-To-Exceed (NTE) price and terms and conditions (PDF), Proposed Equipment Data Sheets (Combined PDF)
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- Scope location
- Tenino, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Tenino?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 31, 2027. 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: Email. For questions, contact David Watterson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Tenino in WA, 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 David Watterson. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Final design, Engineering, Equipment procurement, Installation, Commissioning, Permits, Utility interconnection. 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: "Bidder Qualifications, Cost Proposal, PV Equipment Specification, BESS/Microgrid Equipment Specification, Project Approach/Methodology" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Tenino?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Tenino are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Tenino regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 31, 2027, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: City of Tenino, Food Bank Solar Plus Storage - RFP Response - TEMPLATE (PDF), Formal bid with a Not-To-Exceed (NTE) price and terms and conditions (PDF), Proposed Equipment Data Sheets (Combined PDF). Review the full document from City of Tenino for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tenino, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.