• The Contractor shall determine the optimum solar PV array size for each Montgomery County Public School (MCPS) site listed on Table A based on historical meter data, applicable tariffs, the sun’s angle of declination, available rooftop space, etc. The Contractor is required to complete and have an operational solar PV array at each site by the Project Completion Date (see Table A). • The Contractor shall be responsible for all site modifications required for the installation of the renewable technology. All modifications must be in full compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, ensuring adherence to relevant laws and guidelines. • The Contractor shall coordinate all work with the owner/owner’s representative. The Contractor shall coordinate closely with the Owner/Owner’s representative to ensure all construction activities shall not impact educational and instructional activities or school operations at all sites. Work shall be performed within normal working hours unless permission is granted by MCPS prior to beginning the work. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Contractor shall bear the responsibility for any overtime costs incurred during the course of the project. • The solar PV array(s) shall be installed 15 feet from the roof leading edge, and a 4 feet pathway shall be established in the design of the solar installation to provide access to all roof equipment, drains, vents, etc. There will also be a 4-foot keep-out around any rooftop equipment (e.g., HVAC, drains, pipes, etc.). The one exception is at Burtonsville Elementary School where the height of the parapet walls has been raised at designated locations to allow for larger PV arrays located closer than 15 feet from the roof edge in support of Net Zero Energy goals at this site. • The solar PV array will comply with all environmental requirements and standards. Should environmental permits or registration be required by Federal, State, or local regulations, the Contractor must coordinate with the owner/owner’s representative to determine the appropriate party to hold the permit or registration. The Contractor shall be responsible for all fees and expenses associated with applying for and maintaining compliance with the registrations and/or permits.
