Strathcona Regional District Cortes Island Firehalls Solar and Battery RFP-08-26
Village of SaywardCity · Sayward, BC- Due
- Aug 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Shaun Koopman
- (250) 830-6702
The 30-second brief
Strathcona Regional District is soliciting proposals for the turnkey supply and installation of grid-tied solar PV and battery backup systems at two fire hall facilities on Cortes Island, including integration with existing backup generators.
Design and Engineering, Permitting and Interconnection, Supply and Installation, Commissioning and Handover, After Sales Support
Total Installed Solar PV Capacity, Total Installed Battery Storage Capacity, System Scalability & Future Expansion Design, Generator Integration & Automatic Transfer Design, Proponent Qualifications Experience & References, Project Schedule & Implementation Plan & After Sales Support
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Summary
Strathcona Regional District is soliciting proposals for the turnkey supply and installation of grid-tied solar PV and battery backup systems at two fire hall facilities on Cortes Island, including integration with existing backup generators.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Total Installed Solar PV Capacity
- Total Installed Battery Storage Capacity
- System Scalability & Future Expansion Design
- Generator Integration & Automatic Transfer Design
- Proponent Qualifications Experience & References
- Project Schedule & Implementation Plan & After Sales Support
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Design and Engineering
- Permitting and Interconnection
- Supply and Installation
- Commissioning and Handover
- After Sales Support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proposal Form, Scalability Statement
- Submit to
- Campbell River, BC
- Scope location
- Cortes Island, BC
- Reported agency
- Strathcona Regional District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Village of Sayward?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 28, 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: Campbell River, BC. For questions, contact Shaun Koopman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Village of Sayward in BC, 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 Shaun Koopman at (250) 830-6702. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Design and Engineering, Permitting and Interconnection, Supply and Installation, Commissioning and Handover, After Sales Support. 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: "Total Installed Solar PV Capacity, Total Installed Battery Storage Capacity, System Scalability & Future Expansion Design, Generator Integration & Automatic Transfer Design, Proponent Qualifications E..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Village of Sayward?
All active and historical solicitations from Village of Sayward are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Village of Sayward 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: Proposal Form, Scalability Statement. Review the full document from Village of Sayward for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cortes Island, BC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
