Description
The Northwest Arctic Borough is seeking a qualified vendor to supply and deliver 1,388 solar photovoltaic modules (including a 5 % spare pool) that meet strict BABA, UL/IEC, and Alaskan environmental specifications for a community‑scale solar‑battery installation in Selawik. The vendor must package the modules in 20‑ft ISO high‑cube containers, ship them to the Alaska Marine Lines barge landing in Seattle by 15 July 2025, and ensure final delivery to Kotzebue by mid‑August 2025. The contract is funded on a milestone basis (50 % at signing, 50 % upon delivery) and places heavy emphasis on price and schedule compliance.
• 1,388 new, BABA‑compliant solar PV modules (Silfab 530XM preferred) with ≥ 20 % CEC efficiency, ≤ 0.5 %/yr degradation, 1500 V DC system voltage, and 25‑year power warranty.
• Mandatory delivery deadline: containers to Seattle by 15 Jul 2025; final site receipt expected 15‑30 Aug 2025.
• Vendor retains warranty responsibility and must provide domestic‑content documentation, insurance coverage, and conflict‑of‑interest statement.