RFP#003-27 SOLAR CANOPY

Burlington Electric Department (BED) is soliciting proposals from qualified entities to design, engineer, procure, install, and commission a solar canopy system at the customer parking lot located at 585 Pine Street, Burlington, Vermont. The project aims to generate renewable energy to support BED's clean energy goals while providing shaded parking for customers. The selected contractor will be responsible for all aspects of the project including structural design, electrical interconnection, permitting, and grid integration. The solar canopy is expected to be a grid-tied system that will feed into BED's distribution network.

Key dates for this RFP include a submission deadline of August 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. All proposals must be submitted through BED's online RFP submission portal. The full RFP document, including detailed technical specifications, scope of work, and submission requirements, is available for download as a PDF from the BED website. Interested parties should review the complete RFP document thoroughly before preparing their response.

The project location is the customer parking lot at 585 Pine Street, which is a commercially zoned area. The contractor must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including net metering policies and building codes. BED encourages proposals from firms with demonstrated experience in solar canopy installations, particularly in utility-scale or commercial parking lot applications. The RFP may include requirements for warranties, performance guarantees, and ongoing maintenance.

This solicitation is part of BED's broader commitment to expanding renewable energy generation within its service territory. The solar canopy will contribute to BED's renewable portfolio and help meet the city's climate action goals. BED reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive informalities in the submission process. The contract award will be based on criteria outlined in the full RFP, which may include technical approach, experience, pricing, and schedule.