Land of Sky Regional Council Solar + Storage Microgrid Installations RFP 2026
Land Of Sky Regional CouncilLocal Agency · Asheville, NC- Due
- Sep 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ian Baillie
The 30-second brief
Land of Sky Regional Council (LOSRC) is seeking proposals for the design-build of island-able photovoltaic (PV) systems with battery storage at three community hubs: Union Mills Community Development Club, Reconciliation House, and Linville Central Rescue Squad. The project, 'Microgrids for Resilience in Western North Carolina,' aims to provide decentralized energy assets to support communities during grid interruptions caused by extreme weather. Scope includes engineering, design, permitting, procurement, installation, interconnection, and commissioning. Contractors must comply with federal procurement guidelines (2 CFR 200), Build America Buy America (BABA) standards, and Davis-Bacon Act labor standards. A mandatory Q&A call is scheduled for August 25 or September 10, 2026. Proposals are due by September 18, 2026.
Design-build of PV systems, Battery storage, Engineering and design, Permitting, Procurement, Installation, Interconnection, Commissioning, FEOC/BABA/DBA reporting documentation
Quality, price, past performance, history, effective and efficient delivery or execution, point scoring system
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Summary
Land of Sky Regional Council (LOSRC) is seeking proposals for the design-build of island-able photovoltaic (PV) systems with battery storage at three community hubs: Union Mills Community Development Club, Reconciliation House, and Linville Central Rescue Squad.
The project, 'Microgrids for Resilience in Western North Carolina,' aims to provide decentralized energy assets to support communities during grid interruptions caused by extreme weather. Scope includes engineering, design, permitting, procurement, installation, interconnection, and commissioning. Contractors must comply with federal procurement guidelines (2 CFR 200), Build America Buy America (BABA) standards, and Davis-Bacon Act labor standards. A mandatory Q&A call is scheduled for August 25 or September 10, 2026. Proposals are due by September 18, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Quality
- Price
- Past performance
- History
- Effective and efficient delivery or execution
- Point scoring system
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Design-build of PV systems
- Battery storage
- Engineering and design
- Permitting
- Procurement
- Installation
- Interconnection
- Commissioning
- FEOC/BABA/DBA reporting documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Summary of Bidder- Cover Sheet
- Qualifications and Experience
- Description of Proposed Services
- Cost of Services
- References
- Insurance Coverage Information
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure
- Representations and Signatures Page (Appendix B)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Union Mills, Burnsville, Newland, NC
- Reported agency
- Land of Sky Regional Council
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Land Of Sky Regional Council?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 18, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Ian Baillie.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Land Of Sky Regional Council in NC, 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 Ian Baillie. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Design-build of PV systems, Battery storage, Engineering and design, Permitting, Procurement, Installation, Interconnection, Commissioning, FEOC/BABA/DBA reporting documentation. 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: "Quality, price, past performance, history, effective and efficient delivery or execution, point scoring system" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Land Of Sky Regional Council?
All active and historical solicitations from Land Of Sky Regional Council are tracked and searchable. As a local agency agency, Land Of Sky Regional Council 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: Summary of Bidder- Cover Sheet, Qualifications and Experience, Description of Proposed Services, Cost of Services, References, Insurance Coverage Information, Conflict of Interest Disclosure, Represen. Review the full document from Land Of Sky Regional Council for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Union Mills, Burnsville, Newland, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.