Opportunity
South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD) Planet bids #14225-2026
Construction of Solar Canopy and Battery Storage Systems at Saddleback College
Posted
April 07, 2026
Respond By
April 28, 2026
Identifier
14225-2026
NAICS
237130, 238210, 236220
This opportunity involves the construction of the Phase 2 Solar Canopy and Battery Storage Project at Saddleback College in Mission Viejo, California. - Government Buyer: - South Orange County Community College District - Project location: Saddleback College, Mission Viejo, CA - Scope of Work: - Construction of solar canopy structures for parking lots - Installation of battery energy storage systems integrated with the solar canopies - All associated construction services, including site preparation, foundation work, electrical integration, and project coordination - Products/Services Requested: - Solar Canopy System (design, supply, and installation) - Battery Storage System (design, supply, and installation) - Comprehensive construction services for the above systems - Requirements: - Contractor must hold a valid California A-General Engineering Contractor or C-46 Solar Contractor license - Compliance with recycled content certification and geotechnical recommendations for pile foundations - Strict no-gift policy, comprehensive insurance and bonding, and submission of a detailed statement of qualifications - Allowances totaling $1,650,000 included for unforeseen conditions, technology improvements, and project coordination - Liquidated damages set at $3,750 per day for delays - OEMs/Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified contractors meeting licensing and qualification criteria - Estimated Contract Value: - Approximately $18,700,000 - Place of Performance: - Saddleback College, Mission Viejo, CA
Description
This solicitation is for the Phase 2 Solar Canopy and Battery Storage Project at Saddleback College, issued by the South Orange County Community College District. The project involves construction work related to solar canopy installation and battery storage systems. The contract requires a licensed general engineering contractor or solar contractor and includes a project duration of 372 calendar days with liquidated damages of $3,750 per day for delays. Bidders must submit electronic bids by April 28, 2026, and attend a pre-bid meeting on April 13, 2026.