Pv/Bes System Development County Owned Parcels - Paradies Lane New Paltz, Ny

The County of Ulster is seeking Statements of Qualifications from experienced photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage system (BESS) developers to design, develop, and construct renewable energy facilities on a 57.3-acre County-owned site at Paradies Lane in New Paltz, NY. The site, previously an apple orchard and enrolled in the NYS Brownfield Cleanup Program due to legacy contamination primarily from arsenic and lead, presents environmental challenges that must be addressed during project development. The County's primary objectives include generating renewable electricity to offset its energy consumption, supporting brownfield redevelopment, and aligning with its 2023 Executive Order to expand renewable energy and storage capacity. The project aims to commence construction by July 2026 to qualify for federal solar tax credits, with proposals required to demonstrate experience with public and private funding sources and include planning-level cost estimates. The procurement process emphasizes a fast-paced schedule, with submissions due by October 24, 2025. The project size is estimated to be between five and twenty million dollars, and the County has set no specific subcontracting goals for minority, women, or service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. The solicitation is managed by Ulster County Community Action under the organization type SLED, with the primary contact being Ed Jordan. The project involves complex site considerations, including proximity to major roadways and infrastructure, and aims to deliver a sustainable, innovative renewable energy solution that supports the County’s environmental and economic development goals.