Distributed Energy Resource - Rooftop Wind Microturbine Project

The City of Pasadena Department of Water and Power (PWP) is soliciting proposals for the design, engineering, permitting, procurement of materials, and writing of construction bid requests for a rooftop wind turbine with minimum 5 kW capacity to be installed on a municipally owned building in the City Maintenance Yards. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing the wind turbine unit, all engineering required for proper installation and operation, and preliminary maintenance planning. The City will separately contract for construction services. Proposals must include the purchase price of the wind turbine unit and detailed engineering specifications.

This pilot project supports Pasadena's commitment to expand distributed energy resources as outlined in the 2023 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). The project aligns with the City's 2023 climate emergency resolution establishing a goal to source 100 percent of electricity from carbon-free sources and complements the existing solar and battery DER portfolio by offering resource diversity. Wind turbines have the capability to produce energy during all hours and typically generate higher output during nighttime hours when solar production is not available, making them an ideal complement to solar installations in the region.

Key dates for this solicitation include: Pre-Proposal conference on April 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM; Questions and Answers deadline of May 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM; and Proposal submission deadline of May 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM. All proposals must comply with City, state, and federal requirements including prevailing wage standards, insurance requirements, and federal contract provisions. Proposers must submit completed forms addressing qualifications, relevant experience, conflicts of interest, lobbying disclosures, and technical certifications.

The City seeks to evaluate proposals based on technical merit, cost-effectiveness, and contractor qualifications. The selected vendor will work collaboratively with PWP to ensure the DER installation meets all technical specifications, permitting requirements, and operational standards for long-term utility integration and management.