Solar Photovoltiac Power Generation

The City of Columbia is seeking a qualified Engineering, Procurement, and Construction firm to design and construct an elevated solar array adjacent to the Columbia Wastewater Treatment Plant. The project aims to create a 2.1 MW DC (1.4 MW AC) maximum solar canopy to offset a portion of the current energy usage. The project must meet various requirements, including prevailing wage and apprenticeship, Davis-Bacon and Related Acts, Build America, Buy America Act, and Inflation Reduction Act Domestic Content requirements. The successful respondent will be required to provide a detailed proposal, including an approach for the proposed project, licenses and certifications, and a scope of work. • The project requires a minimum of 13 feet elevation due to flood plain concerns. • The project must meet EPA General Grant Terms and Conditions. • The project must comply with federal regulations, including 2 CFR 200.321 and 40 CFR Part 33. • The project must meet the provisions of the Davis-Bacon Wage Determination. • The project must meet the requirements of the Build America, Buy America Act. • The project must meet the Domestic Content requirements. • The project must meet the Prohibited Foreign Entity tests. • The project must start construction by July 4th, 2026, or be placed in service before December 31, 2027.