RFP NO. FY 26-04 Ambler, Kiana, & Noorvik Solar

The Northwest Arctic Borough (NAB) is seeking a qualified vendor to purchase, ship, and container‑ize 1 680 kW of bifacial monocrystalline solar PV modules for three remote Alaskan villages (Ambler, Kiana, and Noorvik). The modules must meet stringent technical specifications, be delivered to the AML Seattle barge terminal, and be containerized by community before July 19 2026. The procurement also requires full Buy America (BABA) compliance certification; FEOC and Domestic‑Content requirements were removed by an amendment. The award will be announced on May 1 2026, with installation of the solar‑battery systems slated for spring 2027. • Total required capacity: 560 kW (Ambler) + 530 kW (Kiana) + 590 kW (Noorvik) = 1 680 kW. • Modules must be bifacial, ≥ 20 % CEC efficiency, UL/IEC certified, with specific mechanical load ratings and warranties (25‑year linear power, 12‑year workmanship). • Vendor must handle purchase, shipping to Seattle, community‑specific containerization, title transfer within 105 days, and provide BABA compliance documentation. • Deadline for bid submission: April 29 2026, 4:30 pm AK time; award announcement May 1 2026. • Funding for Kiana and Noorvik is secured; Ambler funding is contingent on a separate DOE award.