Solar Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Services

Howard County, Maryland is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide Engineering, Procurement, and Construction services for the installation and energization of solar photovoltaic systems at various county locations. The project encompasses the development of both parking canopy systems and ground-mounted solar arrays, with the goal of achieving commercial operation efficiently and reliably. The contract, designated as RFP 01-2026, has a substantial size ranging from five million to twenty million dollars, reflecting the scope and scale of the solar projects. The procurement process emphasizes environmentally responsible purchasing, requiring bidders to submit forms documenting the use of recycled and environmentally preferable products, with potential price preferences of up to 5% for such goods, subject to federal and state law. The contract will be governed by comprehensive terms including performance obligations, legal compliance, and ethical standards, as outlined in associated contractor agreements and purchase order conditions. The solicitation process involves submitting detailed technical proposals, affidavits affirming compliance with non-collusion and conflict of interest policies, and environmental responsibility documentation. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Dean Hof, reachable via email and phone. The procurement documents also incorporate Howard County’s policies on environmentally preferable products, emphasizing sustainability and responsible sourcing. Overall, the project aims to enhance the county’s renewable energy capacity through a structured, legally compliant, and environmentally conscious contracting process, ensuring the successful deployment of solar infrastructure across multiple county sites.