The Qualco Biodigester Project involves the supply, start-up, and testing of a combined heat and power plant. The plant will provide output between 800kW and 1600kW of electrical energy to be fed into the District's grid. The contract was awarded to NC Power Systems, Incorporated, with a proposed bid amount of $1,445,549.00. However, the bid was rejected due to exceeding the 15% threshold of the estimated cost of the project. The scope of work includes field installation by District personnel, including mechanical and electrical constructors, under the oversight of the vendor's installation supervisor. Key aspects of the project include:
• Supply and installation of materials and equipment for the combined heat and power plant
• Start-up assistance and testing of the plant
• Field installation by District personnel
• Oversight by the vendor's installation supervisor
• Output of 800kW to 1600kW of electrical energy to be fed into the District's grid