Phase 1 RIARNG Rooftop Solar and Battery Storage Installation for Quonset AASF

The Rhode Island Army National Guard (RIARNG) is soliciting proposals for a Phase 1 Rooftop Solar and Battery Storage Installation project at the Quonset Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF) located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. The procurement seeks qualified firms to install a 400kW DC roof-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) array paired with a 300kW/1200kWh battery storage system, along with a five-year maintenance service contract to ensure the energy storage system functions as intended during potential outages. The solicitation period runs from June 29, 2023, to July 27, 2023, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for July 13, 2023, at 10:00 AM EST at 1 Cripe Street, North Kingstown. Interested vendors must submit their proposals electronically through the Ocean State Procures system by the July 27th deadline. Vendor qualifications will be evaluated based on their ability to meet comprehensive insurance requirements, technical capabilities, and compliance with state regulations. The initial contract period is expected to begin in September 2023 for twelve months, with the primary objective of establishing a reliable renewable energy and storage solution for the AASF facility.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside requirements for Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), mandating a minimum of 10% participation of the total contract value. Vendors must be registered with the Rhode Island Contractors' Registration Board and comply with prevailing wage requirements. The extensive insurance requirements include $1 million in general liability coverage, workers compensation, automobile liability, crime coverage, professional liability, environmental liability, and technology errors and omissions coverage ranging from $5 million to $20 million depending on the scope of services. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project requires integration with existing infrastructure at the Quonset AASF facility. The procurement is contingent on the availability of appropriated funds, and the state reserves the right to make single or multiple awards. Although a precise total contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project, including solar installation, battery storage, and five years of maintenance, suggests a significant investment in renewable energy infrastructure for the Rhode Island Army National Guard.