East Grand Forks Public Schools Solar Installation RFP 2025
East Grand Forks Public School DistrictSchool · East Grand Forks, MN- Due
- Nov 10, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2025
- Primary contact
- Kevin Grover
- (218) 793-2880
The 30-second brief
East Grand Forks School District is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors to design, build, and maintain a solar installation on school district property to provide power to school district facilities.
Proposal, O&M manuals, Project schedule, Financial statements, Technical specifications, Schematic design layout, Cost proposal, References, Warranties/Guarantees
Proposal Completeness, Cost/Best Value to the City, Targeted Group, Financial Strength and Stability, Photovoltaic engineering, project, and construction experience, Project engineering analysis, Photovoltaic performance monitoring, Provider customer service, and maintenance capabilities
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Summary
East Grand Forks School District is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors to design, build, and maintain a solar installation on school district property to provide power to school district facilities.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
11- Proposal Completeness
- Cost/Best Value to the City
- Targeted Group
- Financial Strength and Stability
- Photovoltaic engineering
- Project
- Construction experience
- Project engineering analysis
- Photovoltaic performance monitoring
- Provider customer service
- Maintenance capabilities
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Proposal
- O&M manuals
- Project schedule
- Financial statements
- Technical specifications
- Schematic design layout
- Cost proposal
- References
- Warranties/Guarantees
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- MN Solar Suitability App report
- PVWatts Report
- 24 Months of Utility Bills
- Site Map
- Submit to
- East Grand Forks School District, C/O Solar for Schools RFP - Attn Kevin Grover, 1420 4th Ave NW, East Grand Forks, MN 56721
- Scope location
- East Grand Forks, MN
- Reported agency
- East Grand Forks Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from East Grand Forks Public School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2025. 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: East Grand Forks School District, C/O Solar for Schools RFP - Attn Kevin Grover, 1420 4th Ave NW, East Grand Forks, MN 56721. For questions, contact Kevin Grover.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including East Grand Forks Public School District in MN, 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 Kevin Grover at (218) 793-2880. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal, O&M manuals, Project schedule, Financial statements, Technical specifications, Schematic design layout, Cost proposal, References, Warranties/Guarantees. 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: "Proposal Completeness, Cost/Best Value to the City, Targeted Group, Financial Strength and Stability, Photovoltaic engineering, project, and construction experience, Project engineering analysis, Phot..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from East Grand Forks Public School District?
All active and historical solicitations from East Grand Forks Public School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, East Grand Forks Public School District 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: MN Solar Suitability App report, PVWatts Report, 24 Months of Utility Bills, Site Map. Review the full document from East Grand Forks Public School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: East Grand Forks, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.