Solar PV Systems for Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center & Schainker Plaza

The City of Ames is seeking proposals from qualified solar photovoltaic firms for the design and installation of roof-mount solar projects at two City-owned facilities: the Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center and the Steven L. Schainker Plaza. The City aims to maximize electricity generation using the available space at each facility, with a focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and demonstrating community leadership. The selected firm will be responsible for designing, planning, scheduling, permitting, installing, interconnecting, and maintaining the solar PV systems. Key requirements include a minimum of 90% kWh guarantee for year 1, a 25-year performance guarantee, and warranty coverage for modules, inverter, racking, and workmanship. • The Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center has approximately 17,000 square feet of available roof space. • The Steven L. Schainker Plaza has approximately 2,000 square feet of available roof space. • The City seeks proposals for a turnkey monitoring system to monitor system performance and provide data for public viewing. • The City prefers a supplier certification, signed under penalty of perjury, to substantiate compliance with the Clean Electricity Investment Credit requirements. • The City will evaluate proposals based on factors such as cost effectiveness, performance history, and technical approach.