ACM Turnkey Solar Photovoltaic Solar System- Western MD Works

Allegany College of Maryland (ACM) invites qualified firms to submit competitive proposals for assessment, design, engineering, equipment procurement, installation, interconnection, commissioning and closeout of a turnkey solar energy system proposed for Western Maryland Works in LaVale, Maryland. ACM seeks a complete, practical solution that maximizes generation and financial value within an anticipated not-to-exceed budget of **$385,000** as part of a larger MEA Higher Education Pilot Grant.

This solicitation covers the SOLAR INSTALLATION PORTION ONLY. [...] Technical documentation required for the solar project is included in this scope.

The selected contractor shall identify and furnish all work needed for a completed, safe, functional PV installation, including:

• Site assessment: electricity-use analysis, available installation area, roof/ground/canopy conditions, shade, structural and electrical capacity, utility constraints and required improvements.
• System proposal: recommended DC capacity, design drawings and equipment schedule; projected annual kWh production; cost per installed kW; estimated electricity savings; design assumptions and any proposed alternatives.
• Implementation: engineering, permits, applicable preconstruction reviews, equipment and labor, subcontractor supervision, construction, safety, inspections, utility interconnection, testing and commissioning.
• Turnover: final as-built drawings, operating instructions, monitoring access, performance results, warranties, maintenance schedule and training for ACM facilities staff.
• MEA support: verifiable installed capacity, invoices and cost backup, milestones, photographs, technical specifications and documents needed for ACM grant reporting/reimbursement.

Proposals shall evaluate a solar configuration at Western Maryland Works that achieves the originally approved total system capacity of 190.5 kW DC, as required by MEA for full grant reimbursement. Respondents shall identify a proposed configuration that meets this requirement within the anticipated project budget of **$385,000**. If the required capacity cannot be achieved within the budget or site constraints, respondents must identify those limitations and provide alternative configurations with associated costs, projected performance and capacity. Any deviation from the approved capacity remains subject to prior ACM and MEA approval.

**Submission:** Submit proposals electronically to Sherry Buffenmyer, Allegany College of Maryland, at vendor.proposals@allegany.edu. The above listed Proposal name must be included in subject line to be considered. Late submissions may not be considered. ACM may arrange site visits by written request, with equal access for prospective bidders.

ACM will consider technical feasibility/performance (30%), total cost and lifecycle value (30%), relevant qualifications (20%), and schedule, warranties and grant-compliance approach (20%). ACM may request clarifications or negotiate in accordance with applicable procurement procedures.

Proposals shall remain valid through at least December 31, 2026.