Vandenberg_RESA_SPE600-14-R-0418.pdf

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SPE600-14-R-0418 12 September 2014

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Phone: (703) 767-8583

(703) 767-8531

(703) 767-9275

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NAICS: 221114

SIZE STANDARD: 500 employees

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Solar Photovoltaic Array for Vandenberg AFB kWh

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Cynthia G. Ralph

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Vandenberg AFB Solar Electric RESA RFP

SPE600-14-R-0418

Vandenberg AFB Solar Electric RESA RFP

DLA Energy Request for Proposal – SPE600-14-R-0418

Table of Contents SF 1449, Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items……………………………………………

Site Tour…………………………………………………………………………………………………….2

Definitions………………………………………………………………………………………………….3

Part I – The Schedule Section B – Supplies or services and prices/ costs Section C – Description/specifications/statement of work Section E – Inspection and acceptance Section F – Deliveries or performance Section G – Contract administration data Section H – Special contract requirements

Part II – Contract Clauses Section I – Contract Clauses

Part III – List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other Amendments Section J – List of attachments

Part IV – Representations and Instructions Section K – Representations, certifications, and other statements of Contractors or respondents Section L – Instructions, conditions, and notices to Contractors or respondents

Section M - Evaluation factors for award………………………..……………….……………………86

Site Tour - A site tour will be authorized prior to the proposal due date. The time, date, and access requirements for each Contractor to participate in the site tour are as follows:

(a) A pre-proposal event will be conducted at Vandenberg AFB, CA, on October 15 or 16th, 2014 from 0900-1500 for the purpose of answering questions regarding this solicitation.

During this event, the Government will provide a tour of the Premises where the REGS will be constructed. Please be advised that due to the sensitive nature of the location of the proposed Premises, cameras will be allowed; however no other electronic devices of any kind will be permitted during the site tour.

(b) Registration: The Vandenberg AFB Solar Electric RESA Pre-Proposal Event is an industry focused event, and is limited to two (2) persons per company with a maximum capacity of 200 participants. Registration opens immediately and is on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Registration closes when capacity has been reached or two (2) weeks after the solicitation was issued- whichever comes first. Registration for Pre-Proposal Event includes a completed application of Community Relation Media Visit Request found in Section J, Attachment 14 and should be submitted to DLA Energy by e-mail dlaenergy.rteam@dla.mil no later than September 26, 2014. Please also indicate if any special accommodations are required.

(c) Contractors are requested to submit all questions to the Contracting Officer, via e-mail to dlaenergy.rteam@dla.mil. All proposed questions and the Government’s responses will be posted to the Solicitation via amendment for viewing.

(d) Location: All event attendees shall meet at Maple High School, Building 33200, 1099 Carob Street, Lompoc, CA 93437. Parking will be available at the school with additional nearby parking adjacent to the project site located near the Installation’s main gate near the intersection of State Route 1 (SR-1) and California Blvd. Event Attendees will be transported by bus to the Installation theater located at 298 South Dakota Ave, Building 13750 where the pre-proposal event will commence. Identification and pre-registration is required to gain entry to base. Please find Vandenberg AFB Site Visitor Map found in Section J, Attachment 4a.

(e) Miscellaneous:

• Cancellation Policy: Because this event has a limited capacity, it is respectfully requested that after you have registered and your plans change/you cannot attend, please immediately notify DLA Energy (dlaenergy.rteam@dla.mil ). Notification is requested such that persons/organizations that may have been turned away based on first-come, first-serve procedures can be granted attendance.

• Dress Code: Civilian – Casual AirForce – ABU’s o All attendees should come fully prepared with accommodations as weather and site conditions are not forecasted.

• Event Parking: Conference Check-in: Once attendees arrive at the project site, there will be a check-in process beginning at 0900. Attendees will need to check their names off the sign in sheet and board a bus provided by Vandenberg AFB. The bus will transport all attendees to the base Theater. Presentations will begin promptly at 1100.

• Lunch: Not provided. Please come with appropriate accommodations.

Definitions. In addition to other terms specifically defined elsewhere in this Agreement, where capitalized, the following words and phrases shall be defined as follows:

“Affiliate” means with respect to any Person, any other Person directly or indirectly controlling, controlled by or under common control with such first Person. For the purposes of this definition, “control” and its derivatives mean, with respect to any Person, the possession, directly or indirectly, of the power to direct or cause the direction of the management and policies of such Person, whether through the ownership of voting securities or otherwise. “Control” may be deemed to exist notwithstanding that a Person owns or holds, directly or indirectly, less than 50% of the beneficial equity interest in another Person.

“Annual Review” means after 12 months of monthly invoices, an annual review will be conducted to ensure the minimum annual production is produced.

“Business Day” means any day other than Saturday, Sunday or any other day on which banking institutions in California are required or authorized by Applicable Law to be closed for business.

“California ISO” (CAISO) means the California Independent System Operator

“CLIN” means Contract Line Item Number. Refer to Section B.

“Commercial Operation Date” means the date on which the Contracting Officer provides the Contractor written acceptance of the Completion Notice.

“Completion Notice” has the meaning set forth in Section E.1.1.

“Contract” means the mutual binding legal relationship, resulting from this solicitation, including the Request for Proposal, any Amendments and the Schedules and Attachments attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and the Contractor’s proposal in response to the Solicitation.

“Contract Unit Price” is the electrical rate defined on an annual basis in Section B.1.2 for the Solar Electrical Services generated and delivered by the REGS and delivered to and purchased by the Government. This price is to be reflected in Section J, Attachment 3.

“Contractor” means the individual or entity that is awarded the Contract resulting from the solicitation.

“Contracting Officer (KO)” means a person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate Contracts and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the Government.

The term includes certain authorized representatives of the Contracting Officer acting within the limits of their authority as delegated by the Contracting Officer.

“Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)” means a person who verifies Contractor performance of technical requirements in accordance with Contract terms, conditions and specifications; performs inspections; and serves as liaison between the KO, Installation, and Contractor. A COR is typically located on the Premises with first-hand knowledge of on-going activities. The approval authorities and limitations for each COR shall be established by the KO and can be available to the Contractor upon request.

“DLA” means Defense Logistics Agency

“Early Termination Date” has the meaning set forth in Section F.1.1

“Early Termination Fee” means the scheduled fee payable by the Government to Contractor under the circumstances described in Section I.1.2.

“Effective Date” has the meaning set forth in F.1.1.

“Energy” is the electrical energy in kilowatt hours (kWh) generated by the flow of an electric charge through a conductor as delivered by the REGS.

“Environmental Attributes” are defined as state or federal renewable energy credits (RECs), greenhouse gas credits or other emissions credits, environmental incentives or attributes, tradable renewable certificates and other renewable energy or environmental credits, claims, benefits, emissions reductions, offsets, allocations or attributes, certified, named, characterized, measured, memorialized, recorded or designated, whether in existence or in the future, including any related certificates such as renewable energy certificates, and solar renewable energy certificates available over the term of and attributable to this Contract.

“Environmental Law” means any statute, law, act, ordinance, rule, regulation, order, decree, or ruling of any Federal, State and/or local governmental, quasi-governmental, administrative or judicial body, agency, board, commission or other authority applicable to the Lessee’s use of the Premises relating to the protection of health and/or the environment or otherwise regulating and/or restricting the use, storage, disposal, treatment, handling, release, and/or transportation of Hazardous Substances, including, without limitation, CERCLA, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, the Clean Air Act, the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act, the Toxic Substances Control Act, the Emergency Planning and Community Right To Know Act, and the environmental control laws of the State of California, each as now or hereafter amended, and all regulations promulgated thereunder.

“Environmentally and Safety Regulated Material” means any substance, effluent, waste, material, chemical, pollutant, or matter that is at any pertinent time defined or listed in, or otherwise classified, designated, or regulated pursuant to, any Environmental Law as a hazardous substance, hazardous material, extremely hazardous substance, hazardous waste, hazardous chemical, infectious waste, toxic substance, toxic pollutant or solid waste, or any other legislative or regulatory formulation intended to define, list, or classify substances by reason of deleterious properties such as ignitability, corrosivity, reactivity, carcinogenicity, toxicity, including, without limitation, friable asbestos and polychlorinated biphenyls and also including oil and petroleum, petroleum products, by-products and wastes, and by-products associated with the extraction, refining, or use of petroleum or petroleum products, whether or not so defined, listed, classified, designated or regulated in Environmental Laws.

“Expiration Date” has the meaning set forth in Section F.1.1.

“Fair Market Value” means, with respect to any tangible asset or service, the price that would be negotiated in an arm’s-length, free market transaction, for cash, between an informed, willing seller and an informed, willing buyer, neither of whom is under compulsion to complete the transaction. Fair Market Value of the REGS will be determined pursuant to Section I.1.2, tailored clause 52.212-4(l)(a)(2).

“Fair Market Rental Value (FMRV)” means the fair market value of the leasehold interest, conducted in accordance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice, published by The Appraisal Foundation.

“Force Majeure Event” means causes beyond the reasonable control of, and without default or negligence of, the party claiming force majeure that unavoidably prevents or delays performance despite the due diligence of the party claiming force majeure (refer to H.5).

“Government” means United States Air Force acting through the 30th Space Wing Commander, or the relevant acquisition activity, DLA Energy.

“Governmental Approval” means any approval, consent, franchise, permit, certificate, resolution, concession, license, or authorization issued by or on behalf of any applicable Governmental Authority.

“Governmental Authority” means any Federal, state, regional, county, town, city, or municipal government, whether domestic or foreign, or any department, agency, bureau, or other administrative, regulatory or judicial body of any such government.

“IEEE 2030” means the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 2030 Guide for Smart Grid Interoperability of Energy Technology and Information Technology Operation with the Electric Power System (EPS), and End-Use Applications and Loads

“IEEE 1547” means the IEEE Standard for Interconnecting Distributed Resources with Electric Power Systems

“Initial Minimum Annual Production Period” means the period of time commencing on the Commercial Operation Date and ending on the last day of December of that initial calendar year.

“Installation” means the United States Air Force property and operations at Vandenberg AFB under the jurisdiction, management and control of the 30th Space Wing Commander.

“Interconnection” means the point of physical connection between multiple electrical loads and generation sources. It is also the point for direct measurement of the energy flowing through the connection. The Interconnection may be between the REGS and the Installation electric system infrastructure, and between the REGS and the Utility Distribution Company (defined below).

The Interconnection between the REGS and the Utility Distribution Company is a multi-step process that is documented by an Interconnection Agreement.

“Interconnection Agreement” means the business contract between the REGS owner (or the Government, as appropriate) and the Utility Distribution Company for the purpose of interconnecting the REGS power sources to the Utility Distribution Company’s in-coming electrical service to the Installation. The Interconnection Agreement is initiated through an application to the Utility Distribution Company

“Interconnection Application” means the process by which an Interconnection Agreement is initiated. The application may be made by the Installation or the REGS owner, as appropriate.

“ISO” means Independent System Operator

“kcmil” means a thousand (1,000) circular mils. A circular mil measures the area of a wire within one mil is commonly used to express large conductor sizes.

“kWh” means kilowatt hour.

“Maximum Annual Production” means the maximum annual REGS production, as recorded on the Contractor’s metering equipment, which the Government will purchase in any year over the term of the Contract, established by the Commercial Operation Date, as set forth in the REGS Energy Production, Hourly Production Data and Pricing Schedules, Section J, Attachment 3.

“Minimum Annual Production” means the minimum annual REGS production, as recorded on the Contractor’s metering equipment, which the Government will purchase in any year over the term of the Contract, established by the Commercial Operation Date, as set forth in the REGS Energy Production, Hourly Production Data and Pricing Schedules, Section J, Attachment 3.

“Monthly Invoice Date” means the fifteenth (15) day of each month.

“MW” means megawatt. A megawatt is a unit for measuring power that is equivalent to one million watts (equivalent to one joule per second).

“MWh” means megawatt hour or 1000 kilowatt hours.

“NERC” means North American Electric Reliability Corporation.

“Option Price” has the meaning set forth in Section I.1.2(l)(a)(1).

“Party” or “Parties” means either Contractor or the Government or the Contractor and the Government, respectively.

“Point of Interconnection” has the meaning set forth in Section C.4.4.1 and is where title to and risk of loss of the Energy passes to the Government or the owner of the Installation electrical distribution system.

“Point of Common Coupling (PCC)” is the point in the electrical system where multiple electrical loads and generation sources combine, and is accessible for direct measurement to the UDC, the Contractor, and Government, per Institute of Electronics Engineers (IEEE)-519. This can be the Point of Interconnection or the point where the generation source connects with the Government’s infrastructure.

“Premises” means the real property assets as defined in Section J Attachment 2, Lease (Draft).

“Rejection Notice” has the meaning set forth in Section E.1.1.

“Renewable Energy Generation System (REGS)” means the integrated assembly of solar electric components, mounting assemblies, inverters, converters, metering, lighting fixtures, transformers, ballasts, disconnects, combiners, switches, wiring devices, wiring and any other equipment necessary to be installed at the Premises, owned by the Contractor, and interconnected with UDC, to provide Energy as required by the Minimum Annual Production schedules in Section J, Attachment 3.

“Renewable Energy Credit (REC)” means the attribute which represents and is used to account for the technological and environmental (non-energy) attributes of energy generated from renewable sources, including energy generated by the REGS. Renewable Energy Credits, also referred to as Renewable Energy Certificates, Tradable Energy Certificates, or Green Tags. REC is a type of Environmental Attribute.

“Rule 21” means the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) Electric Rule 21 tariff that describes the interconnection, operating and metering requirements for generation facilities to be connected to a utility’s distribution system, over which the California Public Utilities Commission has jurisdiction. The Rule 21 tariff for each of California’s large investor owned utilities (IOUs) is available on each IOU’s website.

“Solar Electrical Services (SES)” means the provision and operation of the REGS on real property under the Air Force’s jurisdiction and the purchase of the Energy produced by the REGS for consumption by the Government.

“System Acceptance Testing” is the installation and operational testing of the REGS as required in Section E.1.1.

“System Installation Period” means the period from (and including) the date that the Contractor (and/or its subcontractors) commence physical installation of the REGS on the Premises, to (but excluding) the Commercial Operation Date.

“System Operations” means the operation, maintenance and repair of the REGS performed by or for Contractor during the Term.

“Term” has the meaning set forth in Section F.1.1.

“Utility Distribution Company (UDC)” has the same meaning as the term defined by the California Public Utility Commission. The UDC for the installation is Pacific Gas and Electric

(PG&E).

Interpretation. The captions or headings in this RFP are strictly for convenience and shall not be considered in interpreting this RFP and the resulting Contract. Words in this RFP that import the singular connotation shall be interpreted as plural, and words that import the plural connotation shall be interpreted as singular, as the identity of the parties or objects referred to may require. The words “include”, “includes”, and “including” mean include, includes, and including “without limitation”, “without limitation by specification”, and “but not limited to.” The words “hereof”, “herein”, and “hereunder” and words of similar import refer to this RFP as a whole and not to any particular provision of this RFP.

Except as the context otherwise indicates, all references to “Attachments” and “Sections” refer to Attachments and Sections of this RFP.

Part I – The Schedule

Section B – Supplies, Services and Pricing

B.1.1 Authority: This contract shall be awarded pursuant to 10 U.S.C. § 2922a, which authorizes the use of Air Force land as the Premises for the Renewable Energy Generation System (REGS) and requires the approval of the Secretary of Defense (delegated to the Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Installations and Environment). The REGS will be constructed on the Premises covered by Lease No. to be determined (TBD). The terms of the lease will coincide with the contract term and is fully incorporated into this Contract and included in Section J, Attachment 2.

B1.2 CLIN Description:

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES CONTRACT UNIT PRICE/Years 2-26

REQUIRED CLIN:

0001 Firm Fixed $/kWh Price See Attachment 3

Provisioning, production, purchase and delivery of the Government’s electricity requirement generated from an on-site Solar REGS. RECs under this CLIN are not required and shall NOT be included in the unit price.

0002 Firm Fixed $/kWh Price See Attachment 3

Provisioning, production, purchase and delivery of the Government’s electricity requirement generated from an on-site Solar REGS, to include the RECS associated with the project.

OPTIONAL CLIN:

0003 Firm Fixed $/kWh Price See Attachment 3

The per unit cost associated with energy security enhancement to ensure the REGS is capable of connecting and operating with a utility connection and with a future microgrid that could include engine generators, other inverter based renewable resources and energy storage..

Note 1: The Government contemplates award of a Firm-Fixed Price contract up to 26 years (i.e. 9 months for construction, a 25-year generation and delivery term, and 3 month restoration period). The Government is setting its acceptable first year rate at $0.085/kWh or less. The Contractor may propose a flat rate for all 25 years (years 2-26 of Contract) of generation and delivery of Energy or may propose an escalation of the unit cost for Energy in years 3-26 of the Contract. However, the escalated unit cost proposed may not exceed 1.5%, compounded annually over the remaining 24 years of the Contract, and the lowest rate proposed is preferred.

The Contractor shall, in accordance with the terms of the Contract, perform work within the parameters of the statement of work (SOW), Section C, and Attachment J, Section 2 (Draft Lease). All costs of work stemming from the SOW and Lease shall be included in its total cost of the construction, operation, maintenance, replacement, and repair of the REGS as well as generation and delivery of Energy to the

Government, and shall be totally reimbursed through the fixed $/kWh price for Energy delivered from the

REGS.

Note 2: The Tables in Section J, Attachment 3 provide further instructions on the calculations of Minimum and Maximum Annual Production from the REGS, on pricing, and on annual payments. See Section C.2.2 for further requirements on providing Minimum Annual Production.

Note 3: The Government intends to award CLIN 0001 or CLIN 0002.

B.1.3 Real-Estate

The Government will document the use of Air Force land through a lease to the Contractor for the construction and operation of the REGS and the sale to the Government of Energy generated thereby in accordance with the lease in Section J, Attachment 2. The Government is required by statute to receive consideration for the lease in an amount not less than the Fair Market Rental Value (FMRV). In calculating the Contract Unit Price including FMRV, Attachment 3 assumes an estimated rental figure of ($696/per acre/year)escalated every 5 years per the rent schedule in Section J, Attachment 2 Lease (Draft). Prior to entering into a Contract and lease, the Government will provide the Contractor with an updated FMRV every 5 years, based on a Government appraisal of the property. In lieu of receiving cash rent under the lease, the Government intends to allow the Contractor to provide the Government a credit on the recurring utility bills in amounts equal to the rent due. The Contractor shall not include the cost of rent in its initial unit pricing for the contract. Further information regarding the requirements for consideration can be found in Section J, Attachment 2.

The terms and execution of the Lease will be aligned with the terms and execution of the Contract and will automatically cross-default. Rent in the form of cash or credits on the recurring utility bills will not begin until the first billing cycle.

Section C – Description/specifications/statement of work

C.1 Project Location

C.1.1 This Contract is for procurement of Energy from a renewable resource at Vandenberg AFB, CA.

Vandenberg AFB is located on the south-central coast of California, approximately, 55 miles northwest of Santa Barbara, California.

(a) The Installation covers approximately 99,000 acres in western Santa Barbara County. The Santa Ynez River and State Route (SR) 246 divides the Installation into two distinct areas: north Vandenberg AFB and south Vandenberg AFB. The Premises is located on north Vandenberg AFB adjacent to the main gate near the intersection of State Route (SR) 1 and California Boulevard. The Premises is located outside the Installation’s secured perimeter and is located on the U.S.Geologic Survey (USGS) Surf and Casmalia 7.5 minute topographic quadrangles

(b) The proposed solar facility is located on a highly disturbed site known as the former East Housing Area (EHA) located near the VAFB main gate. The solar site would be constructed within an area measuring approximately 182-acres in size.

C.1.2 REGS Siting

The description of and information related to the Premises are available to all RFP respondents for siting of the REGS and can be found in Section J, Attachment 2 Lease (Draft).

The former East Housing Area (EHA) was developed as a residential neighborhood in the late 1950s and early 1960 and once included several hundred homes, utilities, roads, and schools. The former East Housing Area was demolished between 2006 and 2012 as part of a long-term project addressed in a 1996 Environmental Assessment for the Replacement of Military Family Housing. Demolition included removal of structures, building slabs, most streets, curbs and gutters, sidewalks, fire hydrants, manholes, power poles, catch basins, fences, and abandoned utilities. Most underground utilities were cut, capped and abandoned in place as close to the mains as practicable, although electrical, water and gas lines along Mountain View Boulevard and Timber Lane remain in service and will continue to be in service. The most visible reminders of the former housing area are a few asphalt-paved streets and ornamental and native trees.

Two schools are located adjacent to the proposed solar site along Mountain View Boulevard, including Manzanita Public Charter School (K-6) and Vandenberg Middle School; see Section J, Attachment 4 Maps of Premises. Both schools are operated by the Lompoc Unified School District. Office hours begin at 7:30 AM and end at 4:00 PM (Vandenberg) and 5:00 PM (Manzanita). Class hours range from 8:10 AM to 3:10 PM at Manzanita and from 8:40 AM to 3:15 PM at Vandenberg. The schools are closed for the summer between mid-June and mid-August.

C.1.3 Premises Information

C.1.3.1 The REGS shall be installed on the Premises and associated easements. All relevant information regarding the Premises can be found in Attachment 2 Lease (Draft).

C.1.3.2 The Contractor shall be responsible for all modifications to the Premises required for the design, installation, construction and operation and maintenance requirements for the REGS.

C.1.3.3 Any lay-down area must be on the Premises and within the associated easements. No additional lay-down area will be provided within the Installation boundaries.

C.1.4 Solar Easements The Government will take reasonable steps as necessary within its control (within the boundaries of the Installation) to prevent other buildings, structures or flora (outside of the REGS security fence) from overshadowing or otherwise blocking access of sunlight to the REGS. If the Government fails to take such reasonable steps, and the Contractor is harmed thereby, such event shall be governed by the Changes clause (FAR 52.243-7).

C.2 REGS and Purchase of Energy

C.2.1 This solicitation is the for the procurement of Energy from an on-site REGS, that is designed, built, owned, operated and maintained by the Contractor and installed on the Premises to support the Installation’s energy requirement. The Government desires to purchase the maximum amount of energy based on historical and current usage found in Section J, Attachment 1. The Government estimates that the REGS should to be up to 20 MW in capacity, subject to final specification by the selected developer.

C.2.2 Determination of REGS Capacity and Annual Production The Contractor shall be responsible for providing all labor, material and capital to design, build, own, operate and maintain the REGS. The Contractor shall supply Energy generated from the REGS and any ancillary services required to deliver the SES. The current Installation utility bill and related power purchase information is referred to as Vandenberg AFB’s Latest 15-Minute Interval Electricity Usage Data and is found in Section J, Attachment 1. It is incumbent upon the Contractor to analyze the load profile data provided, evaluate any/all Premises constraints, ensure that the UDC interconnect agreements are adhered to, and propose an appropriate REGS size and capacity with the data provided. The Contractor shall provide an estimate of its hourly electricity production data using the format provided in Section J, Attachment 3, REGS Energy Production, Hourly Production Data and Pricing Schedules.

Currently, the Installation UDC is Pacific Gas and Electric, which provides electricity through Schedule E20 Transmission Firm http://www.pge.com/tariffs/tm2/pdf/ELEC_SCHEDS_E-20.pdf.

The Contractor shall provide the Minimum Annual Production based on the proposed REGS size, limitations of production based on the data provided in Section J, Attachment 1, and the contractor’s expected degradation rate of the REGS for each year throughout the Contract term.

C.2.3 The determination as to the size of the REGS rests with the Contractor. However, the Government’s Minimum Annual Payment Guarantee shall not exceed what is defined in C.2.4.

Therefore, if the Contractor desires to size the REGS larger than what is necessitated to meet the requirements of this paragraph (e.g., future growth, change in regulation, etc.), the Minimum Annual Payment Guarantee shall be based on the capacity of the REGS to serve the needs of the Government.

C.2.4 Minimum Annual Guarantee by the Government The Government agrees to purchase the Minimum Annual Production as set forth in Section J, Attachment 3, unless the Contractor fails to meet the requirements of C.2.6.

C.2.5 Consumption that Exceeds the Minimum Guarantee by the Government If the Government consumes more than the Minimum Annual Production during any given month, it will pay the Contractor for such Energy at the Contract Unit Price for that year.

http://www.pge.com/tariffs/tm2/pdf/ELEC_SCHEDS_E-20.pdf

C.2.6 Minimum Guarantee by the Contractor If the Contractor fails to produce the Minimum Annual Production, the Government shall only pay for the quantities produced and the Contractor will provide the Government with Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) in the quantity that would have been generated had the Minimum Annual Production been produced, as well as a cash payment for the portion of the rental credit that would have been provided. If the Contractor fails to produce 75% of the Minimum Annual Production, the Contractor’s reimbursement to the Government shall include, in addition to the amounts defined above, a financial credit on the next monthly invoice that shall be equal to the difference between: the cost of the Energy actually purchased by the Government less the Energy that would have been supplied had the Contractor met this requirement. The Contractor shall also be responsible for any costs incurred through the Stand-By Tariff and Power Factor Adjustment billed by the UDC. However, in no event shall the Contractor’s reimbursement exceed the total net costs paid by the Government during this period for replacement Energy as a result of the Contractor’s failure to produce 75% of the Minimum Annual Production guarantee. Refer to paragraph G.6 for annual true-up procedures.

C.2.7 Performance of the REGS and Notice to the Contractor The Contractor shall maintain the REGS to be capable of producing the Minimum Annual Production over the term of this Contract. If the Contractor fails, due to a non-Force Majeure Event (refer to section H.5 for Force Majeure Events), to produce 75% of the Minimum Annual Production over the period of a year, the Contractor will be subject to written notice from the Government requesting the Contractor to provide within 30 days a written plan, with milestones, to cure the cause of the failure and to bring the performance of the REGS into compliance with the Contract, to include the Minimum Annual Production requirement. The Government’s cure notice may also be provided to the Contractor’s financial institution(s).

Once the Contractor’s plan to cure the failure has been accepted by the Government, the Contractor shall have 90 days to implement the plan and an additional 90 days to demonstrate compliance with the Contract through REGS production. If, after 90 days of REGS production, following both the initial 30-day written notice of failure to produce and the 90-day implementation plan, the Contractor cannot demonstrate that the REGS is capable of producing the Minimum Annual Production, the Contractor will be considered in default and the Government shall have the right to terminate the Contract. Refer to Section I for Termination for Default.

C.3 Energy Security

To increase energy security during times of grid power outage, the REGS shall be microgrid-ready. The behind the meter interconnection will allow the REGS to support these needs. For the purposes of this RFP, this capability is defined below.

C.3.1 Inverter Requirements - Future Microgrid Interoperability To increase energy security during times of UDC system outage, the REGS shall be microgrid-ready.

The REGS shall be capable of connecting and operating with a utility connection and with a future microgrid that could include engine generators, other inverter based renewable resources and energy storage. For the purpose of this RFP, this microgrid requirement shall be met by Adjustable Trip Limit (ATL) capability of the REGS inverters. The inverters shall be capable of real-time monitoring and management in the grid interactive mode with the ATL capability via a power system controller and appropriate power analytics software.

C.3.1.1 The REGS PV inverters shall be utility-interactive DC to AC inverters capable of ATL as defined by Underwriters Laboratory (UL).

C.3.1.2 The primary function of the inverters is to operate in the utility-interactive mode in accordance with IEEE 1547.

C.3.1.3 Monitoring equipment shall be installed to monitor the net load of the Installation as determined by the UDC.

C.3.1.4 The inverters shall have the capability to adjust the REGS power factor to a variable commanded level upon receipt of a remote variable signal provided by the power system controller and will have a range of dynamic reactive capability that supports its operation from a 0.90 leading to 0.90 lagging power factor. The intent is to control power factor and to provide electrical distribution system support to the utility if requested.

C.3.1.5 The inverters shall be certified by an OSHA Nationally Recognized Laboratory (NRTL) to comply with UL 1741 tests for inverters.

C.3.2 Optional CLIN 0003 – Energy Security Enhancement Proposals In consideration of the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2012 (NDAA 2012), Sec. 2822, the Contractor may provide optional pricing for proposals that enhance energy security by improving surety of delivery, performance and the stability of the REGS. Any proposals submitted under this section will be evaluated by the Government as a technical rather than price differentiator. Provide pricing in Section J, Attachment 3, CLIN 0003, Contract Unit Price ($/kWh) for Energy Security

This option must meet the following requirements:

a) Shall be configured to connect, interact and interoperate effectively with a future micro-grid;

b) Shall meet or exceed Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Insulated Cable Engineers Association (ICEA), IEEE, Underwriters Laboratory (UL), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) standards.

c) Shall be compliant with the requirements of C.3.1 Inverter Requirements

C.4 REGS Technical Requirements

C.4.1 Electrical Distribution System The Installation electrical distribution system is a 70-kV overhead distribution system. Adjacent 70-kV lines connect Main Switching Station with distribution substations (70 to 12 kV). There are two distribution circuits adjacent to the site (North Loop and South Loop feeders). Preference would be to connect to both existing overhead distribution feeders, with option to switch between feeders and/or feed to both circuits simultaneously. Existing lines to switching station are 336.4 kcmil ACSR. Maximum demand currently on system is less than 30-MW. Contractor shall be responsible for the actual cost and the Contractor’s final Unit Price per kilowatt hour shall be adjusted to account for any deviations between the estimated and actual price. The Contractor will interconnect the REGS at that Point of Interconnection; see Section J, Attachment 4.

C.4.1.1 The Contractor shall supply all needs for the interconnection of the REGS into the UDC electrical distribution system at the Point of Interconnection and shall perform all work, and provide all required equipment. This includes step-up transformers, switching, over-current protection, isolation capabilities, etc. to provide a working system.

C.4.1.2 The Contractor shall describe the REGS conceptual interconnection details and assumptions in its proposal, and shall provide the REGS Implementation Plan detailing the interconnection for the REGS within 30 days following the Government’s issuance of the Notice of Intent to Award.

C.4.2 Electrical Modifications The Contractor shall take actions or install modifications necessary to ensure the REGS is compatible with the electrical distribution system. Any modifications to the proposed REGS that would affect the electrical distribution system shall require the prior written approval of the Government. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure any modifications to the proposed REGS may also require a modification to the approved Interconnection Agreement with the UDC.

C.4.3 Description of Equipment and Controls

C.4.3.1 The Contractor shall provide all equipment including overcurrent protection devices and metering necessary to connect to the Installation electrical distribution system.

C.4.3.2 The REGS shall interconnect at the Point of Interconnection with the Vandenberg AFB 70 kV AC electrical distribution system in accordance with PG&E’s Rule 21. The Contractor is responsible for the cost of interconnection of the REGS into the Installation electrical distribution system at the point of connection and shall perform all work, including the interconnection and routing of Energy from individual PV sites to the Point of Interconnection, and provide all required equipment. Contractor must refer to Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) 3-550-01, Section 3.10 (Overhead Power Distribution) and Section 3.11 (Underground Electrical Systems) for general Government specifications. UFC 3-550-01 details are found at the following website: http://www.wbdg.org/ccb/DOD/UFC/ufc_3_550_01.pdf.

C.4.4 Connections

C.4.4.1 The specific Point of Interconnection for the REGS will be defined by the UDC in the Interconnection Agreement. Power from the proposed facility shall be transmitted on existing distribution line (70-kV) along SR-1 and Lompoc-Casmalia Road. To deliver the power upgrades to an existing distribution line including installing new cross arms, adding or replacing conductors (electrical lines), and installing or upgrading the equipment as needed to safely interconnect to the system will be required. No new power poles or pole relocations are expected. Any upgrades will be the contractor’s responsibility.

In the event of an electrical distribution system outage at the substation or from UDC, the REGS will isolate and disconnect from the Installation electrical distribution system. Upon power restoration, REGS will automatically reconnect to the Installation electrical distribution system. The REGS shall use all equipment necessary to generate and deliver Energy for the term of the Contract to the Installation’s electrical distribution system at the Point of Interconnection. The REGS shall comply with IEEE 1547 as well as the requirements described in Engineering Technical Letter (ETL) 14-6: Use of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) in Accordance with IEEE 1547 Requirements (See Section J, Attachment 13) for utility interconnection as specified in the Interconnection Agreement.

C.4.4.2 Following the issuance of the Notice of Intent to Award, the Contractor must apply for interconnection under PG&E’s Rule 21 (http://pge.com/includes/docs/pdfs/about/rates/tariffbook/E79- 974.pdf and http://www.pge.com/tariffs/tm2/pdf/ELEC_RULES_21.pdf).The Contractor shall complete the Interconnection Application and fund the interconnection study to be performed by the UDC.

The Contractor is responsible for gaining approval from the UDC for interconnection and complying with the UDC’s interconnection requirements and any UDC-required or proposed upgrades to the system.

http://www.wbdg.org/ccb/DOD/UFC/ufc_3_550_01.pdf

C.4.4.3 The Contractor shall work with the Contracting Officer and the Contracting Officer’s Representative for this Contract for design approval to integrate the conceptual Point of Interconnection into the Installation electrical distribution system.

C.4.5 Conceptual Design Plan The Contractor shall provide a conceptual design plan and map with its response to this RFP. The Contractor shall provide a to-scale Site Plan of the REGS layout on the Leased Premises, including electrical distribution system, poles, fence, inverters, interconnects, access roads, and all other major components. The Site Plan shall also show existing structures, including the Installation substation and surrounding buildings.

C.4.6 Scheduling and Phasing Plan The Contractor shall provide within 30 calendar days after the Notice of Intent to Award, the scheduling and phasing of the REGS to include design, procurement of materials, construction, installation, and all other pertinent factors involved in completing the REGS.

C.4.7 Metering and Meter Reading Services

C.4.7.1 The SES shall be measured by utility grade metering equipment of standard manufacture to be furnished, installed, maintained, repaired, calibrated, and read by the Contractor at its expense, in accordance with PG&E Rule 21. When more than a single meter is installed at a service location, the readings thereof may be billed conjunctively, if appropriate. The meter shall support interval metering for real and reactive demand registering entries every 15 minutes.

C.4.7.2 The Contractor shall read all meters at the end of each calendar month.

C.4.7.3 At the written request of the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall make additional tests of any or all such meters in the presence of Government representatives.

C.4.7.4 No meter shall be placed in service or allowed to remain in service that does not meet the accuracy standards of ANSI C12.20.

C.4.7.5 For any connection to the Government’s intranet and/or internet networks, the Contractor shall receive the necessary cyber security requirements, as described under the Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) and all NETCOM needs, prior to operation.

C.4.7.6 The Contractor’s meter data shall be provided to the Government in an Excel file format and readily available on a password protected Contractor managed website.

C.5 REGS Construction and Operations & Maintenance

C.5.1 Fencing - The REGS shall be protected on all sides to prevent unauthorized persons from entering the area and tampering with the REGS, and to protect against the danger of electric shock. The Contractor is responsible for expenses of the fence. Installation approval of the fencing is required before construction.

Fencing is required as per Section 26 11 14.00 10 Main Electric Supply Station and Substation, Unified Facilities Guide Specifications. Fencing is specified in Section 32 31 13 Chain Link Fences and Gates and shall be grounded in accordance with paragraph Grounding. Listed specifications are provided at the following websites:

Section 26 11 14.00 10 MAIN ELECTRIC SUPPLY STATION AND SUBSTATION http://www.wbdg.org/ccb/DOD/UFGS/UFGS%2026%2011%2014.00%2010.pdf

Section 32 31 13 CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES http://www.wbdg.org/ccb/DOD/UFGS/UFGS%2032%2031%2013.pdf

C.5.2 Lighting - The Contractor shall design project lighting to provide minimum illumination needed to achieve safety and security objectives. Lighting will be directed downward and shielded to focus illumination on desired areas. The Government recommends using LED lighting fixtures as a source of energy efficiency. The Contractor is responsible for expenses of the security lighting including electricity to power the lighting. Installation approval of the lighting design is required before construction.

C.5.3 Work Scheduling All work scheduling, including construction and maintenance, shall be coordinated with the Installation through the COR or the COR’s designee. Service or repair calls shall be coordinated with the Installation’s Point of Contact.

C.5.4 Normal Working Hours All work shall normally be performed within normal working hours. The Installation’s normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 0700 hours to 1700 hours exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays, executive orders and administrative closures. No commuters or construction trucks will be allowed to enter the site at the northern intersection of SR-1 and Mountain View Boulevard while Vandenberg Middle School is in session. Truck deliveries will be scheduled to avoid conflicts with school buses and, when practicable, to avoid peak traffic hours. The construction contractor will prepare a construction Traffic Control Plan, see example Section J, Attachment 5. Warning signs, cones, and flaggers will be provided if necessary to warn roadway users of truck crossings on SR-1 and to control traffic flow.

Construction equipment will not be parked off-site. Work outside normal working hours must be coordinated with the Contracting Officer. The COR will need to advise facility security personnel about any after-hour work shifts being conducted. See Section J, Attachment 7 Work Restrictions and Contractor Access for Vandenberg Air Force Base for more information.

C.5.4.1 To avoid excessive construction noise to nearby schools and potential health and safety effects on children consistent with EO 13045, any construction, maintenance, or demolition activities listed below occurring at a distance of less than 300 feet from either of the nearest school structures shall be scheduled when students are not present, and coordinated after regular school hours on weekdays, during weekends, school holidays, or other periods of the year (e.g., summer months when classes would not be in session). Any such construction, maintenance, or demolition activity outside normal Installation hours will be coordinated with the COR.

(a) Pile-driving of posts for the PV solar panel structural support assemblies shall be either (1) conducted with equipment noise controls/abatements or (2) scheduled to occur during weekday (but after school hours), weekend, holiday, summer or other periods when classes at Vandenberg Middle School and the Manzanita Public Charter School are not in session;

(b) Site grading…