Awarded vendors
- 8M Solar
Description
The Roanoke County Public Schools awarded a turnkey solar‑energy contract for the new Roanoke County Career and Technology Center. The selected vendor, 8M Solar, will design, supply, install, and commission a rooftop (with optional ground‑mount) solar photovoltaic system sized to offset at least 75% of the facility’s electricity use, using the Cave Spring High School utility model as a baseline. The project is funded with an approximate $8 million budget and must meet federal 30% tax‑rebate eligibility, include documentation for SREC ownership (likely to be sold by the school), and comply with Virginia public procurement and conflict‑of‑interest statutes. The solicitation required a pre‑bid meeting on May 26 2026 and proposal submission by May 29 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasized prior experience, personnel qualifications, support services, and price.