333302-26RF-0010008 SERC Solar Arrays for Agrivoltaics Research
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Smithsonian Institution is issuing a Presolicitation Notice for a design-build contract to construct Solar Array Systems for Agrivoltaics Research at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) in Edgewater, MD. This opportunity is for a full and open competition to develop a 2.0 MW DC ground-mounted photovoltaic system. The full solicitation is anticipated for release around April 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves the design and construction of a ground-mounted Photovoltaic (PV) system, referred to as "agrivoltaics," for research purposes. This system will comprise four distinct configurations (arrays) with a total output of 2.0 Megawatts (MW) DC. The work will be located on approximately 12 acres of agricultural land at the SERC facility in Edgewater, MD.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Notice of Pending Solicitation)
- Contract Type: Design-Build
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition
- Estimated Value: More than $10,000,000
- Period of Performance: On-site work to commence within 60 days of Notice to Proceed (NTP); system completion and delivery within 434 calendar days from NTP.
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about April 2026
- Anticipated Proposal Due: Within 30 days of the full solicitation release.
- Published: March 16, 2026
Evaluation
The Smithsonian Institution's evaluation panel will be the sole entity to determine an offeror's capability to meet contract requirements.
Additional Notes
This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) and does not obligate the Government to award a contract or pay for information provided. There is no guarantee that this project will be solicited. The full solicitation, RFP, and supporting documents will be uploaded to SAM.gov.