S -- PV Power Array

Goodfellow Air Force Base will be requesting proposals for the design, installation, operation, maintenance, and ownership of a photovoltaic (PV) system capable of generating approximately one (1) megawatt of peak electrical energy. The system is to be installed on Goodfellow AFB property under a real property agreement. All of the output is to be purchased by Goodfellow AFB under an Indefinite Term Contract (IDT). The PV system contractor will include all site preparation efforts, construction, installation, requisite inverters, switch gear, and any other hardware or software necessary for the contractor to operate and/or maintain the system. The switch gear will be compatible with and approved by the local utility company (AEP North) to insure proper electrical grid synchronization. Any renewable energy tax credits or rebates will be utilized by the contractor to reduce the overall project cost as much as possible. Ownership of generated Renewable Energy Certificates (REC) is negotiable. The successful offeror proposal will become a part of the Contract upon decision of award. The solicitation will be posted on Federal Business Opportunities website, www.fbo.gov, o/a 15 Mar 2007. This requirement will be solicited on an unrestricted basis. The NAICS code is 221119. Address any and all questions or concerns in writing to the PCO: Mrs. Susan Nichols at susan.nichols@goodfellow.af.mil or Mrs. Brenda Lauer at brenda.lauer@goodfellow.af.mil.