Plaza Vera Cruz Photovoltaic and Battery Energy Storage System

The City of Santa Barbara is seeking proposals from qualified proposers to design, build, and operate a solar photovoltaic and battery energy storage system at the Plaza Vera Cruz Community Building. The selected provider will own, operate, and maintain the facility under a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement. The project's objective is to meet as much of the building's energy load as possible with renewable on-site power at the lowest cost to the City. Key responsibilities include designing and constructing the PV and BESS systems, obtaining necessary permits, and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The provider must also demonstrate experience with similar projects, provide a detailed project plan, and offer a competitive pricing structure. • The City is looking for a provider with at least 5 years of experience in the installation of PV array and BESS systems. • The provider must have a Class B – General Building License, C-46, or C-10 CSLB contractor’s license. • The provider must have experience with project development and permitting. • The provider must have a proven track record of designing and constructing similar systems that were completed on-schedule and functioned as designed. • The provider must have experience with energy management platforms and be able to maximize the value of the BESS system.