Specifications include, but are not limited to: A. Design, Engineering, and Permitting The selected Contractor shall design/engineer the solar system to maximize solar energy resources at the District facility, taking into consideration the facility’s electrical demand and load patterns, proposed installation sites, available solar resources, existing site conditions, proposed future site improvements, applicable zoning ordinances, installation costs, and other relevant factors. For the proposed site, the Contractor shall provide design documents that communicate the following minimum information: ▪ System description ▪ Equipment details and description ▪ Layout of installation ▪ Layout of equipment ▪ Selection of key equipment ▪ Specifications for equipment procurement and installation ▪ All engineering associated with structural and mounting details ▪ Performance of all equipment components and subsystems ▪ Controls, monitors, and instrumentation ▪ System performance monitoring The Contractor shall submit design documents to the District as applicable for review and approval. In conjunction with District input, the Contractor shall identify an appropriate location for the inverter(s), related components, and environmental control systems that will meet the following criteria: ▪ Ease of maintenance and monitoring ▪ Efficient operation ▪ Low operating losses ▪ Secured location and hardware ▪ Compatibility with existing facilities ▪ Required trenching and coring ▪ Avoidance of areas subject to physical damage The Contractor shall secure from governing agencies and the utility company all required rights, permits, approvals, and interconnection agreements at no additional cost to the District. The District will become signatory to applications, permits, and utility agreements only where necessary.
