NRES Solar Project

The Town of Brookfield, located in Fairfield County, Connecticut, is seeking proposals for a comprehensive Non-Residential Renewable Energy Solutions (NRES) Solar Project targeting three local school facilities: Brookfield High School (BHS), Whisconier Middle School (WMS), and Candlewood Lake Elementary School (CLES). The procurement involves developing solar arrays with two distinct installation approaches: roof-mounted systems at WMS and CLES, and a parking canopy solar system at BHS. Vendors must submit a comprehensive proposal including a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) and a turnkey sale option, with required documentation detailing all-inclusive maintenance pricing on a cost-per-watt basis and a full project plan description. The solicitation is open from June 16, 2025, to July 18, 2025, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 25th, 2025, at 10:00 AM, which will include site visits to all three school locations. Potential bidders must contact Julian Capadose at 203-775-7323 or purchasing@brookfieldct.gov for additional information and clarification. The project requires vendors to demonstrate comprehensive solar energy solution capabilities, including installation, maintenance, and potential long-term energy purchasing arrangements.

The solicitation documents do not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the available documentation. The RFP does not provide a specific estimated total project value or precise budget range for the solar installations. Vendors will be expected to provide detailed pricing structures within their proposals, including the PPA and turnkey sale options. The project appears to be open to a wide range of solar energy providers and developers capable of meeting the technical and operational requirements outlined in the solicitation. The comprehensive nature of the RFP suggests the Town of Brookfield is seeking a qualified vendor with demonstrable experience in municipal solar energy implementation, particularly in educational facility settings. While no specific evaluation criteria are explicitly stated, the proposal's completeness, technical feasibility, maintenance pricing, and overall cost-effectiveness will likely be key factors in vendor selection.