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City of Ames·Iowa

Solar PV Systems for Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center & Schainker Plaza

Closes 5/7/2026$2M – $3.5MRequest for Proposal
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Description

The City of Ames is seeking proposals from qualified solar photovoltaic firms for the design and installation of roof-mount solar projects at two City-owned facilities: Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center and Steven L. Schainker Plaza. The City aims to maximize electricity generation using the available space at each facility, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and demonstrate community leadership. The selected firm will be responsible for designing, planning, scheduling, permitting, installing, interconnecting, and maintaining the solar PV systems. Key requirements include: • Providing a turnkey web-based monitoring system • Offering an Operations & Maintenance service plan • Complying with applicable building, mechanical, fire, seismic, structural, and electrical codes • Meeting the City's renewable energy goals and reducing electricity costs • Demonstrating experience in designing, planning, and installing solar PV systems The City will evaluate proposals based on factors such as cost effectiveness, performance history, technical approach, and experience of the project team.

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Contact

Karen Server(Purchasing Manager)

[email protected]

(515) 239-5127

Key dates

Opened
3/27/2026
Questions due
4/16/2026
Pre-bid meeting
4/9/2026
Site visit
4/9/2026
Closes
5/7/2026
Projected award
5/26/2026
Duration
25 years

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Proposal
Industry
Energy and Utilities
NAICS
221114
Solicitation №
2026-103 Addendum 1

Budget estimate

$2,000,000 – $3,500,000

The estimated budget for this project can be based on the cost of the solar PV systems and the expected annual electricity production. Assuming an average cost of $2.50 per watt for the solar PV systems and an expected annual electricity production of 1,000,000 kWh, the total project cost can be estimated to be around $2,500,000. Additionally, the City may be eligible for incentives such as the Clean Electricity Investment Credit, which could provide an additional $500,000 to $1,000,000 in funding. Therefore, the estimated budget range for this project is $2,000,000 to $3,500,000.

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