Ames Ionwave #2026-103 Addendum 2

City of Ames Solicits Design and Installation of Solar PV Systems for Two Municipal Facilities

The City of Ames, Iowa is seeking qualified solar photovoltaic (PV) firms to design and install roof-mounted solar PV systems at two municipal facilities: - Project Overview - Design and installation of solar PV systems at Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center (non-penetrating roof mount, approx. 17,000 sq. ft.) and Steven L. Schainker Plaza (penetrating roof mount, approx. 1,500–2,000 sq. ft.) - City will own, operate, and maintain the systems - Turnkey project includes design, engineering, permitting, installation, commissioning, and optional operations & maintenance (O&M) services for up to five years - Key Requirements - Minimum 10-year production guarantee and 25-year equipment warranty - Compliance with federal tax credit requirements, including Foreign Entity of Concern restrictions and domestic content for incentives - System monitoring must integrate with the City's building energy management system and public website (at least for Fitch site) - Corrosion-resistant equipment, adherence to 2023 NEC and 2015 IFC codes, and structural load considerations (up to 10 psf) - No bonding required; City will handle federal incentive filings but firms must provide documentation - Local Consideration Program offers a 1% preference to local businesses - Products & Services Requested - Complete solar PV systems (panels, inverters, racking, monitoring) - Design, engineering, permitting, installation, and commissioning - Optional O&M service plan (performance monitoring, maintenance, annual reporting) - OEMs & Vendors - No specific OEMs or vendors named; firms to propose all equipment and solutions meeting requirements - Notable Details - Systems must maximize generation using available roof space - Inverters must meet 2023 NEC standards; conduit and structural supports specified - City will not maintain the system unless O&M is contracted - Project is cash-financed and evaluated on cost effectiveness, technical approach, experience, and compliance

Description

The City of Ames, Iowa is soliciting proposals from qualified and experienced solar photovoltaic firms for the design and installation of roof-mount solar projects at two City-owned facilities: Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center and Steven L. Schainker Plaza. The City will own, operate, and maintain the equipment. Firms must demonstrate experience in designing, planning, scheduling, permitting, and constructing complete solar systems, provide project financial analysis and rebate support, system monitoring, and onsite safety standards. The project includes non-penetrating roof mount solar system at Fitch and penetrating roof-mount at Schainker Plaza, with a focus on maximizing electricity generation and meeting City renewable energy goals.

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