Downtown Mesa Solar Project

The City of Mesa awarded a single‑vendor contract to Solon Corporation, Inc. for the design, financing, construction, ownership, operation, and maintenance of photovoltaic solar canopies at multiple downtown Mesa sites. The scope includes full engineering, permitting, underground interconnection, removal of existing lighting, tree management, and a 25‑year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) under which the City purchases electricity on a $/kWh basis. The contract is evaluated on a 50 % price weight and includes performance‑guarantee liquidated damages, annual O&M, and strict fire‑code setbacks (5 ft) and canopy size limits (≤ 5,000 sq ft). • Scope: Design‑build‑finance‑operate solar canopies (carport‑style) at five downtown locations. • Financial: Annual contract value $527,481.86; pricing evaluated on lowest‑cost score; 25‑year term with potential early‑termination provisions. • Requirements: UL‑listed modules & inverters, NEC compliance, conduit cover depths, tree‑removal plans, bird‑nesting deterrents, insurance (CGL, umbrella, etc.), and adherence to City fire‑code setbacks.