Lake Mills Area School District Solar PV BABA Waiver Solicitation for Comments 2025
Lake Mills Area School DistrictSchool · Lake Mills, WI- Due
- Dec 15, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 25, 2025
- Primary contact
- Tonya Olson
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Summary
The Lake Mills Area School District (LMASD) is soliciting public comments regarding a requested nonavailability partial waiver of the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) requirements for solar PV modules.
The waiver pertains to domestically assembled 450-watt bifacial solar panels manufactured by Crossroads Solar in Indiana for rooftop installations at Lake Mills Elementary School and Lake Mills Middle School. The project aims to establish Community Resilience Centers (CRC) featuring a 200-kilowatt AC system with BESS at the Middle School and a 100-kilowatt system at the Elementary School. The total estimated project cost is $1,389,663, with $416,899 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Energy. Public comments must be submitted via email to [email protected] by December 15, 2025.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
DOE General Waiver for Nonavailability
- Scope location
- Lake Mills, WI
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Lake Mills Area School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 15, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Tonya Olson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Lake Mills Area School District in WI, 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 Bid 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 Tonya Olson. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Lake Mills Area School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Lake Mills Area School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lake Mills Area 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 Bid?
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: DOE General Waiver for Nonavailability. Review the full document from Lake Mills Area 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: Lake Mills, WI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.