REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS for GHS SOLAR PANELS
Goochland County Public SchoolsSchool · Goochland, VA- Due
- Sep 14, 2021
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 12, 2021
- Contract term
- 25 years
- Primary contact
- Tandra Harris
- (804) 556-5619
The 30-second brief
Goochland County School Board is soliciting proposals for Solar Power Purchase Agreement Services for Goochland County Public Schools. The services include power purchase agreement execution, financing, engineering/procurement/construction (EPC), and operation and maintenance (O&M) for a rooftop solar photovoltaic system at Goochland High School/Middle School Complex.
Turnkey services for 25 years, design of array, annual PV production report, material/labor/equipment for design and construction, PPA cost per kWh, annual escalator for host utility electricity rate rise, annual escalator for PPA rate, annual degradation rate for panel production, financial proforma, letter of commitment for financing, layout of proposed system, cost for purchase after Year 25, plan for panel recycling.
PPA price and project savings (15%), Overall qualification: financial, engineering, and construction capacity (25%), Experience: Demonstrated via successful completion of similar projects and positive references (30%), Project plan: Schedule, design/equipment, financial pro-forma performance, warranties, interconnection, monitoring, maintenance, and purchase or removal (30%).
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Summary
Goochland County School Board is soliciting proposals for Solar Power Purchase Agreement Services for Goochland County Public Schools.
The services include power purchase agreement execution, financing, engineering/procurement/construction (EPC), and operation and maintenance (O&M) for a rooftop solar photovoltaic system at Goochland High School/Middle School Complex.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
PPA price and project savings (15%), Overall qualification: financial, engineering, and construction capacity (25%), Experience: Demonstrated via successful completion of similar projects and positive references (30%), Project plan: Schedule, design/equipment, financial pro-forma performance, warranties, interconnection, monitoring, maintenance, and purchase or removal (30%).
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Turnkey services for 25 years
- Design of array
- Annual PV production report
- Material/labor/equipment for design and construction
- PPA cost per kWh
- Annual escalator for host utility electricity rate rise
- Annual escalator for PPA rate
- Annual degradation rate for panel production
- Financial proforma
- Letter of commitment for financing
- Layout of proposed system
- Cost for purchase after Year 25
- Plan for panel recycling
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Title Sheet
- Contractor Background Certification Form
- State Corporation Commission Form
- Statement of Non-Collusion Form
- Exceptions to RFP
- References
- Debarment Certification
- Lobbying Restrictions Certification
- Section 11: Minimum requirements
- Submit to
- Goochland County School Board Office
- Scope location
- Goochland, VA
- Reported agency
- Goochland County School Board
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Goochland County Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 14, 2021. 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: Goochland County School Board Office. For questions, contact Tandra Harris.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Goochland County Public Schools in VA, 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 Tandra Harris at (804) 556-5619. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Turnkey services for 25 years, design of array, annual PV production report, material/labor/equipment for design and construction, PPA cost per kWh, annual escalator for host utility electricity rate rise, annual escalator for PPA rate, annual degradation rate for panel production, financial proform. 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: "PPA price and project savings (15%), Overall qualification: financial, engineering, and construction capacity (25%), Experience: Demonstrated via successful completion of similar projects and positive..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Goochland County Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Goochland County Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Goochland County Public Schools regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 25 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Title Sheet, Contractor Background Certification Form, State Corporation Commission Form, Statement of Non-Collusion Form, Exceptions to RFP, References, Debarment Certification, Lobbying Restrictions. Review the full document from Goochland County Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Goochland, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.