Description
The project involves the remodeling of an existing solar water system at the Benchmark Campground in the Helena-Lewis National Forest. The system consists of a solar array, inverter, batteries, and a submersible well pump. The contractor will be responsible for installing a new pole-mounted solar array, removing the existing inverter and solar controller, expanding the concrete pad, installing a new inverter and batteries, trenching and installing wire and conduit to buildings, and standard AC wiring of existing buildings. The contractor will also be responsible for coordinating the utility locate and submitting a final electrical layout.
Key features of the project include:
* Installation of a new pole-mounted solar array and array support on a 4” galvanized steel pole
* Removal of the existing inverter and solar controller electrical components from the pumphouse
* Expansion of the existing concrete pad for the power shed
* Installation of a new inverter and batteries in the owner-supplied fiberglass power shed
* Trenching and installation of wire and conduit to buildings
* Standard AC wiring of existing buildings, reusing as much conduit and infrastructure as possible
* Installation of a location to connect a generator to the system if supplemental power is needed