San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District Solar Electricity Project RFP 2026
San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control DistrictSpecial District · Fresno, CA- Due
- Nov 30, 2027
- 392 days left
- Posted
- Aug 28, 2026
The 30-second brief
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive Solar Electricity Project across three regional offices: Fresno (Central), Modesto (Northern), and Bakersfield (Southern). The scope of work includes the design, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning of solar PV systems, parking shade structures, spray polyurethane foam (SPF) roofing, and electric vehicle (EV) charging station retrofits, with an optional alternate for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The project targets a 90%-100% annual electricity-consumption offset at the Fresno facility while maintaining a system size under 1 MW AC. Contractors must meet a Contractual Placed-in-Service Milestone of November 30, 2027, to ensure eligibility for federal Section 6417 elective payments. Evaluation criteria include experience, qualifications, warranties, and long-term support capabilities.
Experience and Qualifications; Warranties, Reliability, and Long-Term Support; Cost-effectiveness
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Summary
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive Solar Electricity Project across three regional offices: Fresno (Central), Modesto (Northern), and Bakersfield (Southern).
The scope of work includes the design, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning of solar PV systems, parking shade structures, spray polyurethane foam (SPF) roofing, and electric vehicle (EV) charging station retrofits, with an optional alternate for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The project targets a 90%-100% annual electricity-consumption offset at the Fresno facility while maintaining a system size under 1 MW AC. Contractors must meet a Contractual Placed-in-Service Milestone of November 30, 2027, to ensure eligibility for federal Section 6417 elective payments. Evaluation criteria include experience, qualifications, warranties, and long-term support capabilities.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Experience and Qualifications
- Warranties, Reliability, and Long-Term Support
- Cost-effectiveness
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- As-built drawings
- Electrical single-line diagrams
- Panel schedules
- Manufacturer and country of manufacture for modules/inverters/racking/BESS
- Scope location
- Fresno, CA; Modesto, CA; Bakersfield, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District in CA, 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.
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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: "Experience and Qualifications; Warranties, Reliability, and Long-Term Support; Cost-effectiveness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 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: As-built drawings, electrical single-line diagrams, panel schedules, manufacturer and country of manufacture for modules/inverters/racking/BESS. Review the full document from San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control 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: Fresno, CA; Modesto, CA; Bakersfield, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.