INSTALL PV SOLAR SYSTEM AT EL ABANICO

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Solar Power Installation - Outworks Restroom" project located at the San Juan National Historic Site. It is a Total Small Business Set-Aside competitive action. Bidders must have a Small Business designation in their SAM.gov registration to be considered.

• Installation of a Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Power System at the El Abanico Outworks Restroom.

• The project includes design, engineering, permitting, furnishing, installation, testing, commissioning, training, and warranty support.

• Offerors must identify all major equipment proposed, including photovoltaic panels, inverters, and battery storage systems.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price construction contract.

• Estimated Value: Between $100,000 and $250,000.

• Period of Performance: August 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027.

• Performance Bonds: Required (100% performance bond, 100% payment bond).

• Proposal Submission Deadline: Friday, July 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET.

• Submission Method: Email to noelli_medinamarin@ios.doi.gov.

• Required Documents: Completed SF-1442, Technical Proposal, Capabilities and Experience, Subcontractor Use and Work History, Past Performance References, and Cost Proposal with detailed breakout.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Approach and Methodology (Most Important), Relevant Experience and Past Performance, Key Personnel and Project Management, and Price. The award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quotation represents the Best Value to the Government.

• Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Bidders must have a Small Business designation in their SAM.gov registration.

• A site visit is scheduled for Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 7:00 AM Atlantic Time.

• Questions regarding the solicitation are due by Monday, June 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET.

• Answers to questions will be posted as an amendment around June 18, 2026.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination (General Decision Number: PR20260001) for building construction projects in Puerto Rico. It establishes the prevailing wage rates and benefits that must be paid to various laborers and mechanics employed on construction projects covered by the Davis-Bacon Act.

• Geographic Area: All counties in Puerto Rico, for building construction projects (excluding single-family homes or apartments up to 4 stories).
• Classifications and Rates: Lists specific job classifications (e.g., Truck Driver, Sheet Metal Worker, Electrician, Carpenter) with their corresponding hourly wage rates and fringe benefits.
• Modification History: Shows modification numbers and publication dates, indicating updates to the wage determination.
• Identifier Information: Explains the meaning of various rate identifiers (Union, Union Average, Survey, State Adopted) and how they are derived.
• Appeals Process: Outlines the procedure for appealing wage determination decisions.

Bidders must use this wage determination to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with these prevailing wage requirements can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. It is crucial for understanding the labor costs associated with performing the work in Puerto Rico.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To design and install a complete photovoltaic (PV) solar power system capable of delivering approximately 50 amps of electrical service to the Outworks Restroom at the San Juan National Historic Site, Puerto Rico. The system is intended to be an off-grid solution due to the unavailability of commercial utility power.

• Provide all labor, materials, supervision, equipment, and permits for the design and installation of the PV solar power system.

• System must be designed for a coastal marine environment, high humidity, salt exposure, and hurricane wind loads per Puerto Rico Building Code.

• Install a roof-mounted solar array, including high-efficiency, low-profile photovoltaic panels, corrosion-resistant racking, and a hurricane-rated attachment system.

• Provide inverters sized for 50-amp service, disconnects, grounding, overcurrent protection, and conduit systems.

• Include battery storage capable of supporting restroom operations for a minimum of eight hours per day.

• Install a 50-amp service connection to the restroom distribution panel.

• Restore all disturbed areas to original condition.

• System must deliver approximately 50 amps of electrical service.

• System must support restroom operations for a minimum of eight hours per day using battery storage.

• All work must comply with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and National Park Service preservation policies.

• All equipment shall be UL-listed and appropriate for coastal historic environments.

• Work shall be completed within 180 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.

• Location: Outworks Restroom, San Juan National Historic Site, Puerto Rico.

• Historic Preservation: No irreversible alteration to character-defining features. Minimize visibility from public viewpoints. Preserve historic rooflines and architectural character. Avoid damage to historic masonry. Roof penetrations must be minimized and reversible. Attachment methods require review and approval by the NPS Historic Preservation Office. Coordination with NPS Cultural Resources staff and the Historic Architect is required. A mock-up installation may be required.

• Design: Develop stamped design drawings by a licensed Professional Engineer registered in Puerto Rico. Provide renderings or visual simulations demonstrating minimal visual impact. Structural assessment and reinforcement may be required.

• Permitting and Compliance: Obtain all required permits and ensure compliance with National Electrical Code (NEC), Puerto Rico Building Code, National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Secretary of the Interior's Standards, NPS Director's Order 28, and OSHA regulations.

• Deliverables: Stamped structural calculations, stamped electrical drawings, permit closeout documentation, one-line diagrams, emergency shutdown procedures, training documentation, and O&M manuals.

• Warranty: Minimum 25-year performance warranty for solar panels, minimum 10-year warranty for inverters, and minimum 1-year workmanship warranty.

• Site Conditions: No roof drawings available. No known asbestos, lead paint, or hazardous materials. Restroom must remain operational during construction.