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AUHSD Solar PV Design-Build RFQ/RFP No. 2020-07

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

#2020-07

DESIGN-BUILD SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) SYSTEM

FOR THE

ANAHEIM UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

Issued Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Jennifer Keys│ Procurement Contract Specialist Anaheim Union High School District

501 North Crescent Way │Anaheim │CA│ 92801 714 999 2380 │[email protected]


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Contents SECTION 1: OVERVIEW ................................................................................................ 3

1.1 Background ........................................................................................................ 3

1.2 Procurement Timetable ...................................................................................... 5

SECTION 2: SUBMITTAL PROCESS ............................................................................. 6

2.1 Submittal Format and Process ........................................................................... 6

2.2 Response Format ............................................................................................... 7

2.3 Confidential Information ................................................................................... 15

2.4 Department of Industrial Relations ................................................................... 15

SECTION 3: SELECTION CRITERIA ........................................................................... 16

3.1 Proposal Evaluation Criteria ............................................................................. 16

3.2 Interview ........................................................................................................... 17

SECTION 4: PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND DESIGN ................................................ 18

4.1 Project Description, Scope, and Standards ...................................................... 18

4.2 Selected Solar PV Sites and Supporting Information ....................................... 18

4.3 General Design and Service Requirements of the Solar PV Systems ............. 21

ATTACHMENT A – SITE OVERVIEW ............................................................................ 1

Phase 1 Sites .............................................................................................................. 2

Phase 2 Sites ............................................................................................................ 12

ATTACHMENT B – PRICING FORM .............................................................................. 1

ATTACHMENT C – SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS......................................................... 1

ATTACHMENT D – DISTRICT FORMS .......................................................................... 1

ATTACHMENT E – RESPONDENT PROPOSAL CHECKLIST ...................................... 1


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SECTION 1: OVERVIEW NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Anaheim Union High School District (“District”) is issuing this Request for Proposals (“RFP”) for Solar Photovoltaic (“PV”) Projects. Responses from interested, independent established and experienced “Design-Builder” firms (“Respondents”) must be received no later than 3:00 pm on October 9, 2019.

1.1 Background The District covers 46 square miles and serves portions of the Orange County cities of Anaheim, Buena Park, Cypress, La Palma, and Stanton. The District currently operates eight (8) Junior High Schools, eight (8) comprehensive High Schools, one (1) academy (7th – 12th grades), one (1) dedicated special program school, one (1) alternative education school, and a District Office campus. The mission of the District’s Facilities Department is to secure funding, design and build sustainable new schools, and modernize facilities in a timely manner according to all legal and compliance standards while accommodating the District’s student enrollment. The District’s commitment to reduce its overall environmental footprint includes providing sustainable design and reducing its overall energy usage and costs through the implementation of energy efficiency measures and renewable energy solutions. In accordance with the State of California’s desire to develop alternative energy sources to maximize energy savings and efficiency and Government Code Section 4217.10, the District is requesting Proposals from qualified Respondents to provide full turnkey, finance, design, construction operation, and maintenance services for the implementation of Solar Photovoltaic Design and Construction (“Services”) for solar PV systems at the twenty (20) District sites listed herein as (“Projects”). The combined approximated size of the solar PV system is approximately 9.3 MW-DC. Projects will be implemented in phases as shown in the Table 1 – Project Sites to limit interference of school operations and the current and future modernization projects.

Phase Phase Schedule

Site Address

Phase 1 Mar. 2020 – Dec. 2020

Cypress HS 9801 Valley View St, Anaheim, CA 90630 John F. Kennedy HS 8281 Walker St., La Palma, CA 90623

Oxford Academy 5172 Orange Ave., Cypress, CA 90630 Savanna HS 301 N. Gilbert St., Anaheim, CA 92801 Magnolia HS 2450 W. Ball Rd. Anaheim, CA 92804 Katella HS 2200 E. Wagner Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806

Lexington Jr. HS 4351 Orange Ave., Cypress, CA 90630 Loara HS 1765 W. Cerritos Ave., Anaheim, CA 92804

Western HS 501 S. Western Ave. Anaheim, CA 92804

Phase 2 Dec 2020 – Sept. 2021

Brookhurst Jr. HS 601 N. Brookhurst Ave, Anaheim, CA 92801 Ball Jr. HS 1500 W. Ball Rd. Anaheim, CA 92802

Hope/Gilbert West HS 7901 Knott Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620 Orangeview Jr. HS 3715 W. Orange Ave. Anaheim, CA 92804

District Office 501 N. Crescent Way, Anaheim CA 92801

Gilbert HS/Trident 1800 W Ball Rd., Anaheim, CA 92804

Sycamore 1801 E. Sycamore St, Anaheim, CA 92805

Walker Jr. HS 8132 Walker St, La Palma, CA 90623 Anaheim HS 811 W. Lincoln Ave, CA 92805 South Jr. HS 2320 E. South St, Anaheim, CA 92806 Dale Jr. HS 900 S. Dale Ave., Anaheim, CA 92804

Table 1 - Project Sites


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Current Modernization Construction Conflicts Modernization projects are being scheduled or underway at some schools and it is possible that multiple contractors will be working at a site simultaneously, therefore, coordination with the District to facilitate solar PV construction is imperative. In addition, there are sites where modernization projects will change the current parking lot layouts of the site, which may alter the projected solar PV system size estimates. Details of the parking layout changes can be found in Attachment A – Site Overview. Proposed Pricing Required The District is interested in entering into power purchase agreements ("PPAs") with the selected Respondent and would like to leverage any available local, state, or federal government rebate or financing options, other financing mechanisms, grants and/or other funding sources. The District would also like to see Proposals for the cash purchase of the systems. Therefore, Respondents shall provide costing for both PPA and cash purchase for each of the twenty (20) sites as listed in Table 1 – Project Sites. EV Stations Required The District would like to install Level 2 Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations for all sites listed in Table 1 – Project Sites. Each site must have minimum one (1) two-port EV Charging station capable of charging two (2) vehicles simultaneously. Details for EV charging station installation are found in Section 4. Interconnection Application Status Utility interconnection applications have been initiated for all six (6) Southern California Edison (SCE) sites to secure grandfathered legacy Time of Use (TOU) electricity rates. The awarded Respondent will work with the District to complete the interconnection process for SCE sites and ensure legacy rates are utilized. Respondent is also responsible for submitting all new interconnection applications for Anaheim Public Utility (APU) sites that do not have initiated applications. Details of the interconnection application can be found in Section 4.3.1-G. Added Value Options As an added value option, respondents may include an evaluation of battery storage for all sites where the Respondent can demonstrate a benefit to the District. The interval data for each site is included in the Attachment “C” – Supporting Documents to help respondents determine battery storage options and net benefit. Additional added value options are listed within. Evaluation Overview The District prefers to enter into a single contract agreement for all sites but may, at its sole discretion, divide the work among multiple Respondents if it is deemed to be to the advantage of the District. The District may, at its sole discretion, also choose not to pursue systems at specific sites or to not proceed with the Project at all. There may be insufficient physical space to fully offset campus loads with on-site generation; therefore, the District’s primary goal for this Project is to maximize financial benefit while working within the allowable area at each site. The District has identified the following factors as critical to the success of this Project: • Respondents’ proven ability to apply their experience and technical expertise to complete this Project in an efficient

and skilled manner, in full compliance with District and Division of State Architect (DSA) requirements • Accommodation of school operations at the selected sites during construction and operation • Minimize lifecycle system costs to maximize return on investment over the life of the project • Provide general fund relief with the reduction of energy cost at the selected sites • Provide economic stimulus by providing work for local companies and their employees as much as possible • Provide educational opportunities via interactive kiosks, teaching stations and curriculum developed by the

selected Respondent • Address security issues such as vandalism and theft to protect the PV system installations


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Submissions should be concise and responsive to the District's goals and formatted as outlined in Section 2 this RFP. Innovative and creative solutions are encouraged. All costs for Proposals and design are entirely the responsibility of the proposing firm and shall not be charged to the District.

1.2 Procurement Timetable Please note the following best estimate of important dates:

Milestone Task Anticipated Dates and Durations

Issuance of RFP Tuesday, September 11th, 2019

Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting and Site Walks

Meet at AUHSD District Office: 501 N. Crescent Way, Anaheim, CA 92801 Bus transport to sites provided by District

Wednesday, September 18th and Thursday, September 19th, 2019

RFIs Due Thursday, Sept 26th 2019, 3:00 PM

RFI Responses Issued Monday, Sept 30th, 2019

RFP Proposal Due Date Wednesday, Oct 9th, 2019, 3:00 PM

Evaluations and Short List Issued Monday, October 14th, 2019

Interviews of Short-Listed Firms Monday, October 21st, 2019

Final Evaluations Wednesday, October 23rd, 2019

Board Approval/NTP (date not confirmed yet) Tuesday, Nov 5th, 2019

Table 2 – Milestone Schedule


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SECTION 2: SUBMITTAL PROCESS

2.1 Submittal Format and Process Responses must be submitted in writing and signed by an authorized officer of the Respondent. Each Respondent must provide sufficient information to enable the District to understand the overall submission, materials, and services to be provided. The District reserves the right to reject a response and to give it no further consideration. The District also reserves the right to request clarification and/or additional information from any Respondent. The deadline for submission of RFP responses or Proposals is stated in Table 2 – Procurement Schedule. A response submitted after this date and time will not be accepted, and a response that is incomplete or does not conform to the requirements of this RFP may not be considered. Respondents must provide six (6) hard copies of their submission and one (1) digital copy on a flash drive. Responses should be brief and concise but provide sufficient clarity to meet the criteria in the evaluation process. Response shall not exceed fifty (50) pages, excluding exhibits in the appendix. Each hard copy of the response must be bound individually, tabbed and organized in order and include all sections and information as stated in this section. Responses must be clearly marked “Solar PV System RFP Submittal” and delivered to the following location: Anaheim Union High School District ATTN: Jennifer Keys Procurement Contract Specialist Facilities Department 501 N. Crescent Way Anaheim, CA 92801 All Requests for Information (RFI) regarding this RFP must be received in writing no later than stated in Table 2 – Procurement Schedule by Jennifer Keys, [email protected]. Any questions received after this date will be answered at the District’s discretion.

Mandatory site walks will be convened on the date(s) specified in Table 2 – Procurement Schedule. Respondents must attend the Site Walks in order to submit a Proposal. The District will provide a bus to transport Respondents to all the sites.

Respondents are required to express their intent to respond to this RFP in writing to Jennifer Keys at [email protected]. If necessary, supplemental information in addenda form will be provided via email to all Respondents that have indicated intent to respond to this RFP. The District shall not be responsible for failure of any Respondent to receive RFP addenda. All addenda so issued shall become part of this RFP. Each Respondent shall be responsible for ascertaining, prior to submitting a Proposal, that they have received all issued addenda.

The District reserves the right to: • Investigate the qualifications of all firms under consideration and to confirm any part of the information furnished

in a response submission • Require other evidence of managerial, financial, or technical capabilities that the District considers necessary for

the successful performance of the Project • Reject any or all submitted responses at its sole discretion • Cancel the RFP • Modify any requirements contained within the RFP


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• Establish other evaluation criteria determined to be in the best interest of the District • Contract with any of the firms responding to this RFP based solely upon its own judgment The District will not be responsible for any expenses incurred by any firm in preparing and submitting a Proposal in response to this RFP. ATTEMPTS TO CONTACT DISTRICT STAFF OR BOARD MEMBERS REGARDING THIS RFP WILL BE GROUNDS FOR DISQUALIFICATION FROM THE SELECTION PROCESS.

2.2 Response Format Respondents are encouraged to be as brief and concise as possible, avoiding standardized or boilerplate information. To maintain uniformity, Respondents are highly encouraged to organize the content of their Response as follows:

A. Cover Letter and Executive Summary B. Firm Information and Project Team C. Relevant Project Experience & References D. Project Design E. Project Schedule F. Performance and Production Guarantee G. Educational Component H. Added Value Options I. Exceptions to RFP Documents J. Proposed Pricing and Terms K. Required District Forms L. Respondent Proposal Checklist

Failure to address all requirements below could result in a Proposal being considered non-responsive and therefore disqualified from consideration.

A. Cover Letter and Executive Summary

1. Cover letter / Letter of Transmittal. Include a transmittal letter signed by a party authorized to sign binding agreements for the Project. Letter should clearly indicate that the Respondent has carefully read all the provisions in the RFP.

2. Executive Summary. The Executive Summary includes the following components:

a. Summarize main points of the Proposal, including proposed design, equipment, pricing and added value components

b. Highlight any omissions, additions, or alternates contained in the Proposal c. Verify that financing for the proposed PPA terms will be secured before contract execution d. Identify a team leader for the Proposal, including full contact information e. Provide full contact information for each business entity or firm involved in the Proposal

and their role in the project (i.e., design, installation, permitting, equipment supply by component, operations and maintenance, monitoring and verification)

f. Include a list of all sub-contractors that will be used on the Project including firm name, trade, and contractor license number

B. Firm Information and Project Team


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1. Firm Information. Section includes the following information: a. Size, number of employees b. Construction and professional engineering licenses held by your company or its full-time

employees c. Financial performance. If public, provide a website link to your audited annual investment

reports. If private, attach audited financial statements for the past two (2) years d. Respondent Experience Modification Rate (EMR) e. Legal. Has your firm or have any of the executive officers of your firm been a party to a

lawsuit involving the performance of any equipment it has installed? If so, please include a summary of the issues and the status of any lawsuit.

2. Project Team. Describe the specific relevant experience of all key personnel and where they are

based. 3. Insurance and Bonding. Submit a certificate of insurance with your firm’s Proposal. Additionally,

please provide the following information on the insurance your firm carries: a. Commercial General Liability Limits (per occurrence and aggregate) b. Commercial Automobile Liability Limits (per occurrence and aggregate) c. Professional Liability Limits (per occurrence and aggregate) d. Employer’s Liability Limits (per occurrence and aggregate) e. Employment Practices Liability Limits (per occurrence and aggregate) f. Product insured for damage during installation/Builders’ Risk Limits g. Statement of bonding capacity (District requires Performance and Payment bonds)

All of Respondent's insurance shall be with insurance companies with an A.M. Best rating of no less than A:X.

4. Certification of nondiscrimination. Each Respondent must certify that it does not discriminate in its employment with regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin; that it is in compliance with all Federal, State, and local directives and executive orders regarding nondiscrimination in employment; and that it agrees to demonstrate positively and aggressively the principle of equal opportunity in employment.

5. For Respondents teaming with subcontractors: Each responding firm shall select their proposed subcontractors based on their own criteria. Firms shall identify all major subcontractors or methods for identification and selection of proposed subcontractors as part of their Proposal submission. However, the District reserves the right to approve subcontractors proposed for any projects that may be awarded. Subcontractors do not need to complete all the Exhibits in this RFP.

6. Financing and Financing Partners (PPA and/or lease only)

a. Provide proof of funding b. For a PPA and/or lease plan of finance, describe the structure of your partnership with

the financial partners you anticipate using for these Projects. If self-financing, please describe the financing plan, the source of funding and number of projects that the prime firm has financed utilizing this methodology. In addition, if self-financing, then the prime firm must demonstrate proof of funding sufficient for all sites.

c. For a PPA plan of finance, identify any financing or funding mechanisms you are considering that are not found in typical PPAs (e.g. debt provided by the government entity, new market tax credits, etc. Please describe any additional sources of federal, state and local funding that may be available to the District. If additional sources are a loan or credit support, please provide indicative metrics (principal payments, interest rates, debt service schedules, final maturity, etc.).


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d. Identify whether the prime firm has ever filed for bankruptcy or experienced a delayed renewable energy generation project that resulted from a lack of available funding and/or a loss of funding to a client due to the inability to secure a financial partner. If yes, please explain.

e. Provide representation that the prime firm and anticipated financial partners have not, nor has any of the members of its governing board or principal officers, been indicted or convicted of fraud, corruption, collusion, bribery, or money laundering. If Solar Provider is unable to so warrant, then describe the circumstances and provide evidence that whatever is the case will not prevent it from entering into the contemplated agreements and fulfilling all services required.

C. Relevant Project Experience & References

1. Project Experience. Provide a list of solar projects performed by the Respondent within the last five

(5) years. Include all the currently operating, nonresidential grid-connected PV systems that your company installed and operates in California within the past five (5) years. Indicate if the customer/owner was a California public school district or community college. If so, describe your experience with the DSA in gaining the necessary DSA approvals. Limit response to no more than twenty (20) most recent projects. Include the following information for each project:

a. Project Description and location b. Total kW installed/system size (kW-DC rating) c. Date operational d. District/owner name with contact person’s name, email, address, phone number (for a

minimum of five (5) projects) to be used as references e. Indicate the type of system (rooftop, ground mount, carport; fixed, tracking, etc.) f. Name of PPA Provider (if applicable)

g. Utility Company/Territory h. DSA application number and status of project with DSA

2. Required Past Projects. To be responsive, the twenty (20) projects listed above must include the following minimum requirements:

a. At least two (2) of the projects must have EACH totaled at least 1.0 MW and be in current commercial operation;

b. At least two (2) of the projects must have been for a California K-12 public school district and be solar PV installations of 1.0 MW or larger; and

c. At least two (2) of the projects must each have been carport PV installations.

D. Project Design

1. System a. Provide a detailed description of the solar PV system proposed for each Project Site,

including preliminary site plan b. Indicate the specific location, dimensions, and "footprint" of the proposed system c. Provide drawings, renderings, or pictures that clearly show how the structures will appear d. Indicate system size in both kW-DC and kW-AC terms, based on applicable California

Energy Commission conventions e. Indicate the key design and construction features of the system to optimize performance

and aesthetics on the site f. Indicate if there are any of the products or mounting strategies unique or proprietary to

the Respondent


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g. Describe any identified issues or challenges and how you would address and/or resolve them. Attention should be paid to wind issues and water table issues common to the region within which each Project Site is located

h. Describe how your firm will protect the system from exposure to high winds and dust i. Describe how your firm will protect the system from damages due to vandalism or theft

2. PV Modules a. Indicate the number of PV modules b. Indicate the PV module brand and model number c. Provide manufacturing data sheets for the proposed PV modules (data sheets do not

count towards total RFP page limit) d. Indicate the PTC ratings for the proposed PV modules

3. Inverters a. Indicate the number and size b. Indicate the inverter brand(s) and model(s) c. Provide manufacturing data sheets for the proposed inverters (data sheets do not count

towards total RFP page limit) 4. Design

a. Provide an artist’s drawing, sample photo, or other visual material that will allow the District to discern the aesthetic features of the proposed design;

b. Indicate compliance with DSA requirements; c. Provide LED canopy lighting solution for carport/shade structures. Lighting shall be

connected to each site’s EMS, where applicable.

E. Project Schedule

1. Submit an implementation schedule for the proposed system for all sites, indicating expected milestones, tasks, durations, and logic ties

2. Schedule shall minimally indicate the following phases: a. Program Design b. DSA Submission c. DSA Approved Drawing d. Commencement of Construction e. Substantial Completion f. Project Close-out

g. DSA Certification (milestone)

3. Provide schedule narrative that addresses strategies to minimize site disruption during construction

F. Performance and Production Guarantee All Respondents must include in the PPA pricing a system performance and production guarantee. The District requires that each interconnected system be evaluated individually for the purpose of this guarantee. Since each project is metered individually, overproduction at one site will not be considered to make up a shortfall in production at any other site. Respondents are required to complete production target and degradation rate information in Attachment B – Pricing Form by specifying the following for each interconnected PV system:

1. Specify a year-1 target production in kWh; 2. Specify a degradation rate for the system production (not to exceed 0.8%/year)


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Respondents must guarantee that the system will produce 95% of target production levels, evaluated for each interconnected system. The District requires that it be compensated at a rate of 50% of the PPA value for all kWh under 95% of the adjusted target production levels for each year (based on the utility relevant period) as a credit to be applied toward future payments of the PPA. See Table 3 - Production guarantee example for example.

PPA Rate $0.10/kWh

Year 1 Target Production 100,000 kWh

95% of Target Production 95,000 kWh

Actual Year 1 Production 90,000 kWh

Production Shortfall 5,000 kWh

Compensation Rate $0.05/kWh

PPA Credit for District $250

Table 3 - Production guarantee example

Additionally, the District will not pay for any unneeded or unused production over 100% of the first-year target production level, evaluated over a similar relevant period. Financial evaluation of proposed PPA terms will use each Respondent’s system degradation rate to determine the lifetime system output when calculating the Project’s value to the District.

G. Educational Component

1. Please provide a narrative description of how your firm will work with the District to integrate the solar power project into the District’s educational program. This narrative should address learning opportunities for students in grades 7-12; describe strategies for integrating the solar power project into a new or existing education curriculum or classes; and outline how your firm has worked with other school districts to make a solar power project a meaningful learning experience.

2. Please describe how your firm will work with the District to provide the following training or options: a. Understanding how solar technology works b. Understanding utility billing c. Reading monthly invoices from the Respondent d. Incorporating solar technology into the curriculum e. Using any curriculum to be provided by the Respondent f. Scholarship programs for technology students or technical curriculum

H. Added Value Options

Please describe any options your firm may provide to the District to enhance or add value to the project. Options could include a cost-benefit analysis of the following as applicable:

1. Battery energy storage systems 2. Rate analysis (where applicable) 3. Aesthetic value options 4. PPA rates for terms longer than 20 years

I. Exceptions to RFP documents

Detail any exceptions to the RFP content, performance guarantee, general expectations, and/or specific requirements. For each exception, propose acceptable alternative language and/or provide rationale to support the exception. Exceptions that are contrary to the District’s best interests, do not meet the needs of


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our staff and students, or conflict with regulations related to public contracts and procurement will not be accepted by the District and may be cause for rejection of the Proposal.

J. Proposed Pricing and Terms

The terms, conditions, and pricing provided in submitted Proposals will be considered and a selected Respondent’s failure to honor proposal terms, conditions, or pricing in any forthcoming agreement with the District may result in cancellation of the selected Respondent’s selection.

1. Respondents are required to submit pricing on the Attachment B – Pricing Form. Pricing Form must

be filled out as part of the RFP. Respondents are requested to propose a PPA and/or lease and demonstrate the financial benefit to the District. A submission of a cash purchase option is also required. Pricing form must be provided in Excel format as well as PDF.

Pricing Inclusions:

a. Direct Purchase/System Pricing:

1) Equipment costs (PV modules, inverters, electrical switchgear and meters, data acquisition and monitoring system, and balance of system)

2) Installation and labor costs 3) Annual Operation and Maintenance: Respondents shall offer at least: (i) semi-

annual on-site inspection of all photovoltaic panels, inverters and other equipment/materials forming a part of the Photovoltaic Systems; (ii) routine and scheduled testing and maintenance; and (iii) web-accessible real-time monitoring or whatever is required to meet the Production Guarantee. Provide rate escalation if Respondent chooses.

4) Price for EV Charging Stations (includes equipment and labor) 5) Annual Operation and Maintenance of EV Charging Stations for 5 years.

b. Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) Specifications:

1) Terms: 20 years 2) Annual PPA % escalator (under the discretion of the Respondent to obtain the

best financial benefit to the District) 3) Pricing must include an annual production guarantee that meets or exceeds the

requirements of Section 2.2-F, with a reasonable degradation factor that matches the term of the offered PPA.

4) Includes option to purchase at various intervals, per site 5) Decommission and Dismantling services at end of life

c. Solar Lease (if utilized):

1) Term: 20 years 2) Annual lease % escalator (under the discretion of the Respondent to obtain the

best financial benefit to the District) 3) Pricing must include an annual production guarantee that meets or exceeds the

requirements of Section 2.2-F, with a reasonable degradation factor that matches the term of the offered lease.

4) Annual Operation and Maintenance: Respondents shall offer at least: (i) semi-annual on-site inspection of all photovoltaic panels, inverters and other equipment/materials forming a part of the Photovoltaic Systems; (ii) routine and scheduled testing and maintenance; and (iii) web-accessible real-time monitoring


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or whatever is required to meet the Production Guarantee. Provide rate escalation if Respondent chooses.

d. Added Value Options: 1) Respondent shall state if they will include battery storage as an added value

option. If so, provide the appropriate PPA rate adder inclusive of all battery maintenance and management fees.

2) Other added value options provide PPA or lease rate adder and associated fees as necessary.

2. Solar Production Data. Respondents must submit the 8760 interval production data for each system in a tabbed Excel spreadsheet in the format as shown in the Attachment B – Pricing Form.

3. Other Project Pricing Inclusions and Assumptions: a. Project engineering

1) Civil/Structural engineering 2) Electrical engineering 3) Mechanical engineering 4) Soils reports/engineering. Geotechnical reports within the RFP are for reference

only b. Project permitting:

1) DSA approval and certification by site (except costs for 3rd party inspection, if required)

2) Other City/County permitting (e.g. ADA, building) as applicable 3) Utility interconnection 4) Environmental report (if required)

c. Equipment procurement 1) Delivery logistics 2) Warranties: Respondents must offer warranty coverage (inclusive of materials,

equipment and labor) for materials, equipment, workmanship and operation of the Photovoltaic Systems as follows: (i) at least twenty-five (25) years for photovoltaic panels; and (ii) at least ten (10) years for inverters and all other materials/equipment forming a part of the Photovoltaic Systems. Proposed Photovoltaic Systems must not render void, violate or otherwise limit other existing warranties covering any portion of existing District facilities, materials or equipment.

d. Facility Construction 1) Civil (trenching, boring, backfill, surface repair, equipment pad preparation, etc.) 2) Structural/mechanical 3) Electrical/Low voltage

e. Facility commissioning 1) Interconnection 2) Generation Interconnection Agreement application 3) System coordination studies (if required) 4) Utility protection engineering 5) Pre-parallel inspection 6) Permission-To-Operate (PTO)

f. Facility Testing g. Prevailing wage rates

1) Work hours: All pricing should be based on standard work hours of Monday – Friday 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Adherence to city noise ordinance will apply.


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h. California DSA pre-check design, where possible i. Projects will be interconnected as net energy metering (NEM) projects j. Energy’s fees, as described above, must be included in all proposed pricing.

k. All inverters must be UL 1741 certified. l. For shade structures, concrete support extending up the structure post a minimum of 30”

m. Carports must be designed and installed with a minimum height clearance of 10’. n. For shade structures, assume values in Table 6 – Geotechnical assumptions until

geotechnical investigation is required. o. All unpainted metal shall be resistant to corrosion for a minimum of 25 years (i.e.

galvanized, stainless, or aluminum). p. Canopy steel members stall be painted. Painted portions of structures will be primed with

rust inhibitive primer and then painted with 2 coats of paint or powder coated. q. Provide LED Lighting on carport/shade structures with adequate luminance levels in

compliance with industry-standard recommendations and will conform to current Title 24 standards. Include Lighting controls compatible to operating with District EMS system if applicable.

r. Existing light posts bases shall be completely demolished. Patch and apply seal coat to match existing. Lighting will reuse existing circuits where possible. Light poles and luminaires shall be disposed of unless the District requests the salvaging of certain components.

s. Provide new wheel stops and reuse/relocate existing wheel stops as possible. t. Project must not impact power quality at any of the sites. All costs associated with system

upgrades necessary to avoid power quality issues are the responsibility of the Respondent and not the District.

u. All costs associated with required distribution or service upgrades are the responsibility of the Respondent and not the District.

v. The District requires security measures to be installed to limit the potential for theft and vandalism during construction of the systems. Costs associated with implementing and maintaining security measures will be borne by the Respondent.

w. Array areas shown in Attachment A – Site Overview are representative and not exact panel layouts.

x. Assume no capital incentives from Utilities. y. City/county closeouts and associated costs.

K. Required District Forms

Respondent shall review and fill out the District’s forms in Attachment D – District Forms. Forms included are: 1. Payment Bond 2. Performance Bond 3. Contractor Fingerprinting Requirements

a. The selected Respondent will be required to satisfy the District’s fingerprinting or Livescan requirements as set forth in Education Code section 45125.1 and 45125.2. Attachment D – District Forms contains Contractor Fingerprinting Requirements form. Form must be executed as part of the agreement documents. Respondent shall comply with the applicable provisions of Education Code sections 45125.1 in a method as determined by the District.

4. Contractor’s Certificate Regarding Workers’ Compensation 5. Drug-Free Workplace Certification 6. Conduct Rules for Contractors

L. Respondent Checklist


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Respondents are required to fill out a checklist in Attachment E – Respondent Proposal Checklist. The Checklist is designed to assist the Respondents with preparing their Proposals. Please note that there are submittals that are mandatory. Respondents are subject to disqualification if the mandatory submittals are missing.

2.3 Confidential Information It is understood that Proposals made in response to the RFP may contain technical, financial, or other data where public disclosure would cause substantial injury to the Respondent’s competitive position or that would constitute a trade secret. To protect this data from disclosure, please clearly identify the pages that contain such information. The District assumes no responsibility for disclosure or use of unmarked data. All materials submitted (except those clearly designated as proprietary information) become the property of the District and will be returned only at the District’s discretion. RFPs submitted become the property of the District and may be reviewed and evaluated by any persons at the discretion of the District.

2.4 Department of Industrial Relations The selected Respondent and its subcontractors will be required to register with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) in accordance with the requirements of SB 854. All costs associated with SB 854 compliance will be borne by the selected Respondent and not the District. Strict compliance with all DIR registration requirements in accordance with Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1 is a material obligation of the Respondent and all of its subcontractors (of any tier) under the Contract Documents. The foregoing includes, without limitation, compliance with DIR registration requirements at all times during performance of the Work by the Respondent and all of its subcontractors of any tier. The failure of the Respondent and all subcontractors of any tier to be properly registered with DIR at all times during performance of the Work is a material breach of the Contract Documents and subject to termination for cause. Respondents can visit the DIR website for more information: www.dir.ca.gov.


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SECTION 3: SELECTION CRITERIA

3.1 Proposal Evaluation Criteria The District will select a vendor under the auspices of California Government Code 4217.10 and has designated the following items as selection criteria for the successful Respondent to be reviewed by the Selection Committee. Table 4 - Evaluation Weights indicates evaluation criteria weights.

Essential Criteria. The Respondent must satisfy these requirements, or its Proposal will not be considered: A. License – Respondent must hold a Class B Contractors License, which is current, valid, and in good

standing with the California Contractor’s State License Board. Contractors or its subcontractor(s) must hold a C-10 and/or a C-46 Contractors License and be approved by the PV manufacturer to install the system.

B. Insurance – Respondent must be insured with the coverages and limits indicated under 2.2 B – Firm Information and Project Team.

C. Bonds – Respondent must have bonding ability and capacity to provide a 100% payment bond and a 100% performance bond for the construction value of the Contract, as agreed to by the District.

D. Required Past Projects – Respondent must have completed the “Required Past Projects” identified in the RFP under 2.2 C Relevant Project Experience & References.

Scored Criteria. The Respondent should satisfy these requirements as thoroughly and as highly as possible:

A. Proposal Completeness – The degree to which the Respondent has included all the information requested in this RFP in a clear and concise manner.

B. Respondents Financial Information, Background, References and Experience – Information indicating the Respondent’s financial strength in terms of capital and liquid assets sufficient to successfully complete the project described in this RFP, and the stability of the Respondent in terms of number of years in existence, professional capabilities and photovoltaic systems construction experience and references. Relevant solar PV project experience is listed herein above.

C. Approach (Recommended Technical Solution and Ability to Meet Project Schedule) – Information

provided by the Respondent detailing:

1. The ability of the Respondent to provide complete and quality technical documentation for the proposed systems including preliminary module layouts and electrical diagrams. Systems should account for available space and site deficiencies;

2. The Respondent’s ability to overcome these deficiencies. Submittals should include proposed orientation and tilt, site specific construction conditions, module and inverter types with proven track record;

3. The ability of the Respondent to complete the project in accordance with the District’s project schedule. Project plan and schedule should account for RFP submittal requirements, complexity of project and demonstrate methodology for management of multiple projects simultaneously. A monitoring system and plan should provide an interface to verify accurate billing and system performance; and

4. The ability of the Respondent to propose an aesthetically appealing solution. D. Production Model and Economic Evaluation – Information provided by the Respondent detailing the

estimated kWh generated by the proposed (solar production 8760 interval data to be submitted by Respondents in Attachment B – Pricing Form) PV systems in this RFP to include necessary assumptions (sun light availability, dark time, maintenance down time, mean time between failures, efficiency of the systems


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proposed, efficiency losses, net metering, etc.). The Respondent shall provide the best possible PPA rate for each site. This information will be used by the District to determine the greatest financial net benefit, or general fund savings to the District for 25 years. The Respondents do not need to provide estimated financial benefits.

E. Proposed Education Plan – Respondent to provide general training to District staff and provide a live educational display monitor at each Site

F. Value Added Options – Options your firm may provide to the District to enhance or add value to the project.

RFP Selection Criteria Evaluation Weight

Proposal Completeness 5%

Respondents Background, Financial Information, References and Experience

20%

Approach (Includes Recommended Technical Solution and Ability to Meet Project Schedule)

20%

Production Model and Economic Evaluation 40%

Proposed Education Program 5%

Value-Added Option (Energy Storage or other) 10%

Total 100%

Table 4 - Evaluation Weights

A Selection Committee will evaluate all qualifying Responses. The evaluation of each response will be based on the best value to the District, technical criteria and qualifications listed in this RFP, reference checks of the past projects, and other information that will be independently gathered. Respondents may then be invited to appear for an interview, at the discretion of the District.

3.2 Interview Shortlisted Respondents will be interviewed and ranked. The District will interview no more than 4 teams as determined by the Proposal Evaluation process noted above. If selected, the Respondent team shall deliver a presentation up to 20 minutes with an additional 20 minutes allocated to questions. If selected for interview, key team personnel associated with the development, construction and maintenance of the project must attend. It is expected that team members attending the interview would be directly involved in the project


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SECTION 4: PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND DESIGN

4.1 Project Description, Scope, and Standards The District intends to hire a Design-Builder to design and construct turnkey solar PV systems on the Project Sites to generate energy for purchase by the District. The District is seeking Proposals that include a PPA or lease agreement option for each of the Project Sites. The Respondent shall consider each sites’ available solar resources; campus and building electrical switchboard bus ampacity; shading impacts of nearby obstacles; geotechnical, structural and load constraints; available space; utility interconnection requirements; ADA accessibility compliance; applicable Federal, California state, and local ordinances and codes; budget constraints; environmental issues and other relevant factors. Respondent will be responsible for all activities related to interconnection and metering through Southern California Edison (SCE) and Anaheim Public Utility (APU). With all these taken into consideration, the Respondents should endeavor to provide the greatest net benefit to the District. Design documents shall be prepared and conform to applicable codes, design professional standards and standards of care. Awarded Respondent shall perform, diligently prosecute and complete the work in a good and workmanlike manner within contract time, and in strict conformity with all design documents. The design-builder shall produce required documentation in sufficient detail to obtain all regulatory approvals requested for design, construction and operation of the system, including but not limited to all federal, state, and local permits. Securing all approvals, all permits and paying all fees shall be the sole responsibility of design-builder. To that end, the Respondent shall provide a design acceptable to the state, county and local authorities having jurisdiction over this project. The proposed design shall be suitable for construction under the guidelines and regulations in effect at the time the agreement is executed. The District will not accept responsibility for cost increases or delays resulting from inaccurate interpretation of existing codes and standards. It is anticipated that the installation of the solar PV sites will be conducted in phases and no more than 50% of parking will be impacted at each site. See Table 5 – Project Site Details for anticipated phasing and order of installation. The District will purchase electricity produced by the PV system under the terms and conditions of the PPA agreement. For solar leases the District will pay a set fee for the equipment, its operation and required maintenance. The scope of this Project is all-inclusive and includes planning, engineering, labor, materials, delivery, installation, and operation, as well as maintenance as described below. Respondent shall apply for and obtain all necessary permits from applicable regulatory agencies including federal, state, and local jurisdictions and obtain Division of the State Architect (DSA) approval. The selected Respondent will be expected to secure financing for the Project. Finally, the selected Respondent will be responsible for the security of all project materials during the installation of the Project. If additional due diligence identifies deficiencies with a potential site, Respondent must address this issue in their Proposal and present potential solutions to the District. It is the responsibility of Respondent to perform sufficient due diligence to determine what will be required for proper implementation at each site.

4.2 Selected Solar PV Sites and Supporting Information Table 5 – Project Site Details contains the list of twenty (20) Project Sites, their phased PV installation schedules, and target system sizes. Attachment A – Site Overview provide the preferred solar array locations at each location for carport shade structures. The District does not wish to consider rooftop or ground-mount systems for any of the Project Sites. In addition to solar PV, the District wishes to install Level 2 Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations at each Project Site. Each Project Site must have minimum one (1) two-port EV Charging station capable of charging two (2) vehicles


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simultaneously. EV charging stations will serve patrons of the District and charger usage will be fee-based. The EV charging stations will include network capability to allow the District to collect fee and usage data. Patrons should be able to track charging progress through smart-phone applications and receive notifications when charging is complete. The Respondents must design, install, and provide maintenance for the EV charging stations. Pricing for the EV charging station installation and maintenance shall be included as part of the bid for the solar PV. Respondents shall identify EV charger locations in their Proposals. EV charging stations must comply with standard signage requirements, all applicable codes, and accessibility standards.

Table 5 – Project Site Details provides the approximate annual electricity usage and the approximate annual maximum demand for each electricity account. Respondents should use this information as a guide in developing proposed PV Project size. Please note that site loads do not include anticipated building energy efficiency measures that will be implemented in the next year. Approximate baseload reductions from the energy efficiency measures are listed in the tables.

The approximate solar PV system size is solely provided as guidance and any other configuration to maximize the financial net benefit to the District is encouraged. Respondent shall design systems to offset as much of each site’s load as possible without resulting in uncompensated (or minimally compensated) export to the grid. It is anticipated that the interconnection of the solar PV systems will be applicable for SCE’s (NEM 2.0) and APU’s Net Energy Metering (NEM) programs. In addition, for the SCE sites, it is anticipated that rate TOU R Grandfathered will be utilized.


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Project Site Utility Acct #

Approximate Site Energy

Usage1

(kWh/year)

Approx. Baseload Reduction (kWh/year)

Peak Demand1

(kW) Meter # Current

Rate Plan

Phase 1 (March 2020 – December 2020) Cypress HS2 SCE 3-000-2014-78 2,128,641 28,947 899 V349N-001335 TOU-8-B

John F. Kennedy HS2 SCE 3-001-1985-91 2,471,972 33,556 963 V349N-013765 TOU-8-B

Oxford Academy2 SCE 3-003-4467-23 1,039,667 - 496 V349N-006612 TOU-GS-3-A

Savanna HS3 APU 116551000 1,560,679 - 709 05420P420DRS GS-2

Magnolia HS APU 133243000 1,589,695 28,947 676 05042P420DRS GS-2

Katella HS APU 127060000, 124986000

2,409,691 924,512 1,028 05299P420DRS, 01018W410DKS, 15780S122NKS

GS-2

Lexington Jr. HS2 SCE 3-000-2014-75 902,198 - 474 V349N-012773 TOU-GS-3-A

Loara HS APU 119322000 2,290,118 32,404 1,019 05480P420DRS GS-2

Western HS APU 115159000 1,739,619 19,333 926 05087P420DRS /0070W340DKS

GS-2

Phase 2 (December 2020 – September 2021) Brookhurst Jr. HS APU 116477000 712,595 18,035 421 05379P420DRS GS-2

Ball Jr HS3 APU 119892000 928,815 232,183 408 05524P420DRS GS-2

Hope HS / Gilbert West HS2 SCE 3-000-2014-76 712,218 26,194 321 V349N-015104 TOU-GS-3-A

Orangeview Jr. HS APU 114680000 814,631 - 420 05401P420DRS GS-2

District Office APU 118852000, 131794000

2,134,871 466,163 594 05003P310DRS, 00857S410DKS

GS-2, GS-2

Gilbert HS/Trident APU 119282000, 135862000

925,149 - 446 05071P420DRS, 01254W410DKS

GS-2

Sycamore Jr. HS3 APU 125311000 1,031,779 364,280 527 05110P420DRS, 05013P410DKS

GS-2

Walker Jr. HS SCE 3-000-2014-77 1,007,224 - 532 V349N-013964 GS-2

Anaheim HS APU 121068000, 121092000

2,354,640 228,202 1,173 05277P420DRS, 05296P420DRS

GS-2

South Jr. HS APU 127046000 1,359,619 - 672 05531P420DRS GS-2

Dale Jr. HS2,3 APU 116125000, 116128000

939,855 340,012 403 05085P420DRS 00782W410DKS00106W410DKS

GS-2

Table 5 – Project Site Details

Notes: 1. Utility data from 2015. Does not include future implemented energy efficiency measures. However, estimated baseload reductions are

listed. 2. SCE Interconnection Applications were submitted for these sites prior to 12/31/17. 3. Schools are or will under modernizations that may impact the parking lot layout. See Attachment A – Site Overview and Attachment C –

Supporting Documents.

Geotechnical studies were performed at several Sites and can be found in Attachment C – Supporting Documents. Table 6 provides guidance on geotechnical design assumptions. All geotechnical information is for reference only and thus Respondents shall include the costs for geotechnical sampling and lab testing in their Proposals.

Site Soils Ground water Report

provided? Cypress HS SP 9.75’ Y

John F. Kennedy HS SP-SM 6.5’ Y

Oxford Academy SM-CL 16’ Y

Savanna HS Assume groundwater at 30’ N

Magnolia HS SM-CL Not encountered at 31.5’ Y

Katella HS Assume groundwater at 30’ N

Lexington Jr. HS Assume groundwater at 10’ N


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Site Soils Ground water Report

provided? Loara HS Assume groundwater at 30’ N

Western HS SP-SM Historical high groundwater elevations

greater than 10’ Y

Brookhurst Jr. HS Assume groundwater at 30’ N

Ball Jr. HS SM, SW, ML Not encountered at 31.5’ Y

Hope/Gilbert West HS Assume groundwater at 10’ N

Orangeview Jr. HS Assume groundwater at 10’ N

District Office Assume groundwater at 30’ N

Gilbert HS/Trident Assume groundwater at 30’ N

Sycamore Jr. HS SP, SW-SM Not encountered at 31.5’ Y

Walker Jr. HS Assume groundwater at 10’ N

Anaheim HS Assume groundwater at 30’ N

South Jr. HS Assume groundwater at 30’ N

Dale Jr. HS SP Assume groundwater at 29’ Y Table 6 – Geotechnical assumptions

Respondents must submit a schedule for design and installation phases based on the District’s requirements for installation periods listed in Table 5. The order of installation is informed by other modernization projects being completed at each site and based on the District’s master plan and modernization program. The schedule may change, when possible, for optimum scheduling and coordination with modernization projects. It is anticipated that construction of the Project will occur year-round and that the Respondent will prioritize work to minimize disturbance during the school year. Under no condition shall the Respondent disrupt more than 50% of a project site’s parking stalls.

4.3 General Design and Service Requirements of the Solar PV Systems

The successful Respondent will be responsible for completing “turnkey” PV Systems on the twenty (20) sites, including design/engineering, permitting, procurement, construction, installation and equipment commissioning/start-up, DSA certification, and ongoing operations and maintenance. Respondents shall possess a General Contractor License Class B. Contractors, or its subcontractor(s) must hold a C-10 and/or a C-46 Contractors License and be approved by the PV manufacturer to install the system Products, components, construction, and installations must comply with applicable codes, standards, and rating methodologies. Minimum requirements of a general nature are outlined below; the requirements described below are not intended to be complete or comprehensive. The following are intended to provide Respondents with an overview of the general requirements; the following do not modify, limit or waive requirements established by the Agreement or the District’s General Conditions as awarded.

4.3.1 Design and Code Standards The installations shall comply with at least, but not limited to, the latest approved versions of the International Building Code (IBC), California Building Code (CBC), National Electrical Code (NEC), Utility Interconnection Requirements, and all other federal, state (Title 24), and local jurisdictions having authority. In addition, installations must be in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) directives.

A. Photovoltaic Modules 1. IEEE 1262 “Recommended Practice for Qualifications of Photovoltaic Modules”.


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2. Modules shall be new, undamaged, fully warranted without defect. 3. Modules shall comply with the State of California SB1 Guidelines for Eligibility, listed at:

www.gosolarcalifornia.org/equipment/pv_modules.php 4. Modules shall have minimum maintenance requirements and high reliability, have a minimum 25-

year design life, and be designed for normal, unattended operation. 5. All PV modules for this project shall be classified by the solar finance industry as Tier 1. 6. Acceptable mounting methods for unframed modules shall be provided by the manufacturer. Bolted

and similar connections shall be non-corrosive and include locking devices designed to prevent twisting over the 25-year design life of the PV system.

7. If PV modules using hazardous materials are to be provided, then the environmental impact of the hazardous material usage must be disclosed, including any special maintenance requirements and proper disposal/recycling of the modules at the end of their useful life.

8. PV modules shall have a 25-year limited warranty that modules will generate no less than 80% of rated output under STC. PV modules that do not satisfy this warranty condition shall be replaced.

B. Inverters and Controls

1. IEEE 929-2000 – “Recommended Practice for Utility Interface of Photovoltaic Systems” 2. Inverters shall be UL 1741 and IEEE 1547 compliant, and shall be on the California Senate Bill 1

(SB1) compliant List of Eligible Inverters per SB1 guidelines: www.gosolarcalifornia.org/equipment/inverters.php

3. UL/ETL listed 4. Minimum peak efficiency of 97% or higher 5. Inverter shall have operational indicators of performance and have built-in data acquisition and

remote monitoring. 6. The inverter shall be capable of parallel operation with the existing AC power. Each inverter shall

automatically synchronize its output waveform with that of the utility upon restoration of utility power. 7. A minimum 10-year manufacturers’ warranty shall be provided. 8. Enclosures shall be rated NEMA 3R when the inverter is located outdoors. For outdoor installations

in corrosive environments, NEMA 4X series 300 stainless steel enclosures must be used. 9. Warning labels shall be posted on the control panels and junction boxes indicating that the circuits

are energized by an alternate power source independent of utility-provided power. 10. Provide detailed lock out /tag out instructions for all equipment

C. Structural Requirements

1. Structures and structural components must be designed: a. In accordance with all applicable State, Local or DSA requirements; b. Structural calculations incorporated into the Design Documents must be stamped by a

registered engineer under California law and reviewed/approved by DSA.

D. Monitoring and Metering. 1. The Photovoltaic Systems must incorporate equipment and connections for metering, monitoring and

data collection of solar power generated by the Photovoltaic Systems at a time interval of no less than 15 minutes. Meters with industry standard communication telemetry for Ethernet, cellular, or other similar common output must be incorporated into the Photovoltaic Systems. Meters must be situated in easily assessable locations. At each campus, ensure that data is available to the public on the Internet and provide at least one (1) public information monitor assessable to students, staff and the general public which displays the solar power generated by the Photovoltaic Systems and other related data at the campus where display is located. The location of the monitor(s) shall be subject to District direction.

E. Final Inspection and Tests.


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1. In order to ensure compliance with provisions of the NEC, an inspection by a licensed electrical inspector is mandatory after construction is complete. Unless otherwise identified, manufacturer recommendations shall be followed for all inspection and test procedures. The NEC inspection shall be conducted by an independent third-party electrical inspector familiar with PV systems. Provide qualifications of the proposed third-party inspector for review and approval prior to conducting the NEC inspections.

2. Tests shall include a commissioning of the array. System commissioning shall be equivalent or superior to both the CEC (California Energy Commission) “Guide to Photovoltaic (PV) System Design and Installation”, Section 4 and ASTM International Standards E2848 and E2939. Commissioning shall be performed for the entire PV system. This data shall be used to confirm proper performance of the PV system.

F. Miscellaneous

Design should consider the following: 1. Corrosion control; 2. LED shade structure lighting with surge protection; 3. Spare conduits for cameras.

G. Utility Interconnection

1. Awarded Respondent is responsible for preparing and obtaining all necessary Utility interconnection approvals for each Solar PV system being installed.

2. Six (6) SCE Project Sites have existing interconnection applications, sites include: a. Cypress High School (submitted system CEC-AC Nameplate Rating 995,165 kW) b. Kennedy High School (submitted system CEC-AC Nameplate Rating 772.684 kW) c. Lexington J High School (submitted system CEC-AC Nameplate Rating 346.808 kW) d. Oxford Academy (submitted system CEC-AC Nameplate Rating 406.720 kW) e. Hope/Gilbert West High School (submitted system CEC-AC Nameplate Rating 368.893

kW) f. Walker J High School (submitted system CEC-AC Nameplate Rating 500.582 kW)

Please note, SCE interconnection applications were submitted for the sites listed above to be granted grandfathered status until December 31, 2027 to use “legacy TOU hours.” Sites with submitted applications will not be subject to the new TOU period hours adopted through CPUC Decision 17-01-006. While each Respondent may offer different sized systems than listed herein, it is the Respondent’s responsibility to assure that the grandfathered status is maintained through the interconnection process.

3. The fourteen (14) APU sites will still require submission of interconnection applications. Respondent will be responsible for the submission of the APU interconnection applications.

4. Awarded respondent will work with the District to complete the interconnection process for all sites

and must comply with all interconnection requirements, such as CPUC Rule 21 for the Utility service territory. Design-Builder is responsible for the proper planning and scheduling of interconnection approvals and any potential interconnection study. Systems installed as part of this project will take advantage of Net Energy Metering (NEM) and Net Energy Metering Aggregation (NEM-A) where possible. Awarded Respondent shall be responsible for ensuring the system design and interconnection qualifies for NEM and NEM-A.

AUHSD Solar PV Design-Build Attachment A – Site Overview RFQ/RFP No. 2020-07

ATTACHMENT A – SITE OVERVIEW

• Layouts show acceptable locations for solar PV. Respondents are encouraged to design the system to maximize the production and financial benefit to the District. Therefore, it is acceptable if proposed system sizes differ from the target system size stated herein.


Phase 1 Sites

Site Approximate Target System Capacity (kW-DC)

Description

Cypress High School ~1.0MW

• The point of connection (480V) is at a single location and shall be verified at the bid walk.

• The approximate energy usage offset is ~87% based on the targeted size. (includes approximate baseload reductions due to EEMs).

• The SCE interconnection application for this site has been submitted with a CEC-AC Nameplate Rating of 995.165kW to stay under the 1MW threshold and avoid additional utility studies associated with Rule 21 interconnection process.

• Trees may need to be removed at the southern solar PV location.

Conduit from switchboard staged in place


Site Target System Capacity (kW-DC)

Description

John F. Kennedy High School ~805

• The existing parking lot layout recently changed due to modernizations. The image below includes the new layout changes, refer to Attachment C – Supporting Documents for parking lot layout.


• The approximate energy usage offset is 57% based on target size. (includes approximate baseload reductions due to EEMs).

• The SCE interconnection application for this site has been submitted with a CEC-AC Nameplate Rating of 772.684kW.




Description

Oxford Academy ~448

• The trenching path is to be determined by the respondent. • The point of connection (480V) is at a single location and shall be verified at the

bid walk. • The approximate energy usage offset is 68% based on target size. Ideas to

increase the energy offset with canopy structures is encouraged. • The SCE interconnection application for this site has been submitted with a CEC-

AC Nameplate Rating of 406.720kW.



Description

Savanna High School ~740

• The parking lot layout will change with future modernizations. It is anticipated the size of the parking lots will minimally change but the layouts will. See Attachment C – Supporting Documents


• The approximate energy usage offset is 83% based on this size.


Area available for solar



Description

Magnolia High School ~790

• The trenching run is to be determined by the respondent. • The point of connection (480V) is at a single location and shall be determined and

verified at the bid walk. • The approximate energy usage offset is 81% based on this size and includes

approximate baseload reductions due to EEMs. • Conduit will be staged outside of quad by Summer 2020

Parking lot planned expansion. Additional area for solar development may be available.



Description

Katella High School 757

• The trenching run is to be determined by the respondent. • The point of connection (480V) is at a single location and shall be verified at

the bid walk. • The approximate energy usage offset is ~81% based on this size and

includes approximate baseload reductions due to EEMs. • No saw cutting permitted through core of campus



Description

Lexington Junior High School ~408

• The trenching path is to be determined by the respondent. • The point of connection (480V) is at a single location and shall be verified at the

bid walk. • The approximate energy usage offset is ~72% based on this size. • The SCE interconnection application for this site has been submitted with a CEC-

AC Nameplate Rating of 346.808kW. • Ideas to increase the system size and energy offset are welcome.



Description

Loara High School 999

• The trenching path is to be determined by the respondent.


• The approximate energy usage offset is 75% based on this size (includes approximate baseload reductions due to EEMs).

• APU NEM requires system to be below 1MW • No saw cutting permitted through core of campus



Description

Western High School ~976

• The trenching path is to be determined by the respondent. • The point of connection (480V) is at a single location and shall be verified at

the bid walk.

• The approximate energy usage offset is 84% based on this size. (includes approximate baseload reductions due to EEMs).

• South parking lot modifications complete, see layout below

See layout on next page, conduit staged in place


Western High School South Parking Lot Modifications


Phase 2 Sites


Description

Brookhurst High School ~273


the bid walk. • The approximate energy usage offset is 67% based on this size. (includes

approximate baseload reductions due to EEMs). Ideas for increasing the energy offset is encouraged.



Description

Ball Junior High School ~285




• Parking lot boundaries may be extended to South, modernization design in review – coordinate with architect




Description

Hope High School/Gilbert West

~519


the bid walk. • The approximate energy usage offset is 89% based on this size (includes

approximate baseload reductions due to EEMs). • The interconnection application for this site has been submitted with a CEC-


Possible changes to area may create additional area for solar – coordinate with architect.



Description

Orangeview Junior High School ~413


the bid walk.

• The approximate energy usage offset is 87% based on this size.

Possible changes to area may create additional area for solar – coordinate with architect.



Description

District Office ~947


the bid walk. • The approximate energy usage offset is ~93% based on this size. (includes

approximate baseload reductions due to EEMs).

Additional area for solar



Description

Gilbert High School/Trident Education Center

~470


the bid walk.

• The approximate energy usage offset is ~83% based on this size.

Additional area for solar



Description

Sycamore Junior High School ~336

• The existing parking lot layout will change see layout on next page • The point of connection (480V) is at a single location and shall be verified at

the bid walk.

• The approximate energy usage offset is 87% based on this size. (includes approximate baseload reductions due to EEMs).


Sycamore Junior High School Site Plan



Description

Walker Junior High School ~558


the bid walk. • The approximate energy usage offset is 92% based on this size. • The interconnection application for this site has been submitted with a CEC-




Description

Anaheim High School ~600





Site

Target System Capacity (kW-DC)

Description

South Junior High School ~469


the bid walk.

• The approximate energy usage offset is 57% based on this size. Ideas to increase the energy offset for this site is encouraged.




Description

Dale Junior High School ~354

• Dale Junior HS has plans for modernization. The image below represents that parking lot layout change. Refer to Attachment C for parking lot layout changes.

• Offset is approximately 84% of load. (includes approximate baseload reductions due to EEMs).

Proposed layout for the Dale Jr. HS modernization.

AUHSD Solar PV Design-Build Attachment B – Pricing Form RFQ/RFP No. 2020-07

ATTACHMENT B – PRICING FORM Excel file is available via the following link: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/4czt1j7pk7huri2/AAD3cFp2tDAC80REeFiulaNJa?dl=0

Attachment B -Pricing FormProject:

Bidder:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

SITE Cypress HS Kennedy HSOxford

AcademySavanna HS Magnolia HS Katella HS

Lexington Jr.

HSLoara HS Western HS

Brookhurst Jr.

HS

SYSTEM DETAILS

System Size (kW DC)

System Production (kWh)

Module (Manufacturer and Model)

Inverter(s) (Manufacturer and Model)

Annual Degradation Rate (not to exceed 0.8%/yr)

SYSTEM DIRECT PURCHASE PRICINGCapital Cost

PV Modules ($)

Inverters ($)

Electrical Switchgear and Meters and Balance of System

Data Acquisition and Monitoring System ($)

Installation and Labor ($)

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE COSTS

Year 1 Operation Maintenance ($)

O&M Escalator, if applicable (%)

EVSE PRICING

EVSE Price

EVSE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE COSTS

Year 1 O&M Price ($)


PPA OR LEASE PRICING

Year 1 PPA Price ($/kWh):

Year 1 PPA Price with value-added options, if applicable ($/kWh):

PPA Escalator, if applicable (%)

VALUE ADD IN OPTION: BATTERY STORAGE

Will site have Battery Storage in included in PPA? (Yes/No)

Value add option: ________________________________

Value add option: ________________________________

Phase 1

Anaheim Union High School District

Attachment B -Pricing FormProject:

Bidder:

SITE

SYSTEM DETAILS

System Size (kW DC)

System Production (kWh)

Module (Manufacturer and Model)

Inverter(s) (Manufacturer and Model)

Annual Degradation Rate (not to exceed 0.8%/yr)

SYSTEM DIRECT PURCHASE PRICINGCapital Cost

PV Modules ($)

Inverters ($)

Electrical Switchgear and Meters and Balance of System

Data Acquisition and Monitoring System ($)

Installation and Labor ($)

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE COSTS

Year 1 Operation Maintenance ($)


EVSE PRICING

EVSE Price

EVSE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE COSTS

Year 1 O&M Price ($)


PPA OR LEASE PRICING

Year 1 PPA Price ($/kWh):

Year 1 PPA Price with value-added options, if applicable ($/kWh):

PPA Escalator, if applicable (%)

VALUE ADD IN OPTION: BATTERY STORAGE

Will site have Battery Storage in included in PPA? (Yes/No)

Value add option: ________________________________

Value add option: ________________________________

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Ball Jr. HS

Hope HS /

Gilbert West

HS

Orangeview Jr.

HSDistrict Office

Gilbert HS /

Trident

Sycamore Jr.

HSWalker Jr. HS Anaheim HS South Jr. HS Dale Jr. HS

Phase 2

AUHSD Solar PV Design-Build Attachment C – Supporting Documents RFQ/RFP No. 2020-07

ATTACHMENT C – SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

Supporting documents available via the following link: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/4czt1j7pk7huri2/AAD3cFp2tDAC80REeFiulaNJa?dl=0

AUHSD Solar PV Design-Build Attachment D – District Forms RFQ/RFP No. 2020-07

ATTACHMENT D – DISTRICT FORMS

Forms included:

Payment Bond Contract Performance Bond Contractor Fingerprinting Requirements Contractor’s Certificate Regarding Workers Compensation Drug-Free Workplace Certification Conduct Rules for Contractors


PAYMENT BOND

(CALIFORNIA PUBLIC WORK)

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: THAT WHEREAS, the ANAHEIM UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT (sometimes referred to

hereinafter as “Obligee”) has awarded to __________________________________ (hereinafter designated as the “Principal” or “Contractor”), an agreement for the work described as follows: ____________________________________ (hereinafter referred to as the “Public Work”); and

WHEREAS, said Contractor is required to furnish a bond in connection with said Contract, and pursuant to California Civil Code section 9550;

NOW, THEREFORE, We, _______________________________________, the undersigned Contractor, as Principal; and ________________________________, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of ________________, and duly authorized to transact business under the laws of the State of California, as Surety, are held and firmly bound unto the ANAHEIM UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT and to any and all persons, companies, or corporations entitled by law to file stop notices under California Civil Code section 9100, or any person, company, or corporation entitled to make a claim on this bond, in the sum of ______________________________________ Dollars ($__________________), such sum being not less than one hundred percent (100%) of the total amount payable by said Obligee under the terms of said Contract, for which payment will and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors and administrators, successors and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.

THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH that if said Principal, its heirs, executors, administrators, successors, or assigns, or subcontractor, shall fail to pay any person or persons named in Civil Code section 9100; or fail to pay for any materials, provisions, or other supplies, used in, upon, for, or about the performance of the work contracted to be done, or for any work or labor thereon of any kind, or for amounts due under the Unemployment Insurance Code, with respect to work or labor thereon of any kind; or shall fail to deduct, withhold, and pay over to the Employment Development Department, any amounts required to be deducted, withheld, and paid over by Unemployment Insurance Code section 13020 with respect to work and labor thereon of any kind, then said Surety will pay for the same, in an amount not exceeding the amount herein above set forth, and in the event suit is brought upon this bond, also will pay such reasonable attorneys’ fees as shall be fixed by the court, awarded and taxed as provided in California Civil Code section 9550 et seq.

This bond shall inure to the benefit of any person named in Civil Code section 9100 giving such person or his/her assigns a right of action in any suit brought upon this bond.

It is further stipulated and agreed that the Surety of this bond shall not be exonerated or released from the obligation of the bond by any change, extension of time for performance, addition, alteration or modification in, to, or of any contract, plans, or specifications, or agreement pertaining or relating to any scheme or work of improvement herein above described, or pertaining or relating to the furnishing of labor, materials, or equipment therefor; nor by any change or modification of any terms of payment or extension of time for payment pertaining or relating to any scheme or work of improvement herein above described; nor by any rescission or attempted rescission of the contract, agreement or bond; nor by any conditions precedent or subsequent in the bond attempting to limit the right of recovery of claimants otherwise entitled to recover under any such contract or agreement or under the bond; nor by any fraud practiced by any person other than the claimant seeking to recover on the bond; and that this bond be construed most strongly against the Surety and in favor of all persons for whose benefit such bond is given; and under no circumstances shall the Surety be released from liability to those for whose benefit such bond has been given, by reason of any breach of contract between the Obligee and the Contractor or on the part of any obligee named in such bond; that the sole condition of recovery shall be that the claimant is a person described in California Civil Code section 9100, and who has not been paid the full amount of his or her claim; and that the Surety does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, addition, alteration or modification herein mentioned.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF this instrument has been duly executed by the Principal and Surety above

named, on the___________ day of ___________________, 20___.


PRINCIPAL/CONTRACTOR:

By:

SURETY:

By:

Attorney-in-Fact


IMPORTANT: THIS IS A REQUIRED FORM.

Surety companies executing bonds must possess a certificate of authority from the California Insurance Commissioner

authorizing them to write surety insurance defined in California Insurance Code section 105, and if the work or project

is financed, in whole or in part, with federal, grant or loan funds, Surety’s name must also appear on the Treasury

Department’s most current list (Circular 570 as amended).

Any claims under this bond may be addressed to:

(Name and Address of Surety) (Name and Address of agent or representative for service for service of process in California)

Telephone:

Telephone:

A notary public or other office completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document.

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )

) ss.

COUNTY OF )

On ___________________________, before me, ___________________________________________, personally appeared _________________________________, who proved on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies) as the Attorney-in-Fact of ____________________________ (Surety) and acknowledged to me that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) executed the instrument. I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Notary Public in and for said State Commission expires:

(SEAL)

NOTE: A copy of the power-of-attorney to local representatives of the bonding company must be attached hereto.


CONTRACT PERFORMANCE BOND

(CALIFORNIA PUBLIC WORK)

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

THAT WHEREAS, the ANAHEIM UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT (sometimes referred to hereinafter as “Obligee”) has awarded to ___________________________________________ (hereinafter designated as the “Principal” or “Contractor”), an agreement for the work described as follows: ____________________________________ (hereinafter referred to as the “Public Work”); and

WHEREAS, the work to be performed by the Contractor is more particularly set forth in that certain contract for said Public Work dated _____________ ____________________, (hereinafter referred to as the “Contract”), which Contract is incorporated herein by this reference; and

WHEREAS, the Contractor is required by said Contract to perform the terms thereof and to provide a bond both for the performance and guaranty thereof.

NOW, THEREFORE, we, ______________________________________, the undersigned Contractor, as Principal, and ________________________________, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of ________________, and duly authorized to transact business under the laws of the State of California, as Surety, are held and firmly bound unto the ANAHEIM UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT in the sum of _____________________________________ Dollars ($_______________), said sum being not less than one hundred percent (100%) of the total amount payable by said Obligee under the terms of said Contract, for which amount well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.

THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH THAT, if the bounded Contractor, his or her heirs, executors, administrators, successors or assigns, shall in all things stand to and abide by, and well and truly keep and perform the covenants, conditions, and agreements in said Contract and any alteration thereof made as therein provided, on his or her part, to be kept and performed at the time and in the manner therein specified, and in all respects according to their intent and meaning; and shall faithfully fulfill guarantees of all materials and workmanship; and indemnify, defend and save harmless the Obligee, its officers and agents, as stipulated in said Contract, then this obligation shall become null and void; otherwise it shall be and remain in full force and effect.

The Surety, for value received, hereby stipulates and agrees that it shall not be exonerated or released from the obligation of this bond (either by total exoneration or pro tanto) by any change, extension of time, alteration in or addition to the terms of the contract or to the work to be performed there under or the specifications accompanying the same, nor by any change or modification to any terms of payment or extension of time for any payment pertaining or relating to any scheme of work of improvement under the contract. Surety also stipulates and agrees that it shall not be exonerated or released from the obligation of this bond (either by total exoneration or pro tanto) by any overpayment or underpayment by the Obligee that is based upon estimates approved by the Architect. The Surety stipulates and agrees that none of the aforementioned changes, modifications, alterations, additions, extension of time or actions shall in any way affect its obligation on this bond, and it does hereby waive notice of any such changes, modifications, alterations, additions or extension of time to the terms of the contract, or to the work, or the specifications as well notice of any other actions that result in the foregoing.

Whenever Principal shall be, and is declared by the Obligee to be, in default under the Contract, the Surety shall promptly either remedy the default, or shall promptly take over and complete the Contract through its agents or independent contractors, subject to acceptance and approval of such agents or independent contractors by Obligee as hereinafter set forth, in accordance with its terms and conditions and to pay and perform all obligations of Principal under the Contract, including, without limitation, all obligations with respect to warranties, guarantees and the payment of liquidated damages; or, at Obligee’s sole discretion and election, Surety shall obtain a bid or bids for completing the Contract in accordance with its terms and conditions, and upon determination by Obligee of the lowest responsible bidder, arrange for a contract between such bidder and the Obligee and make available as Work progresses (even though there should be a default or succession of defaults under the contract or contracts of completion arranged under this paragraph) sufficient funds to pay the cost of completion less


the “balance of the Contract price” (as hereinafter defined), and to pay and perform all obligations of Principal under the Contract, including, without limitation, all obligations with respect to warranties, guarantees and the payment of liquidated damages. The term “balance of the Contract price,” as used in this paragraph, shall mean the total amount payable to Principal by the Obligee under the Contract and any modifications thereto, less the amount previously paid by the Obligee to the Principal, less any withholdings by the Obligee allowed under the Contract. Obligee shall not be required or obligated to accept a tender of a completion contractor from the Surety.

Surety expressly agrees that the Obligee may reject any agent or contractor which may be proposed by Surety in fulfillment of its obligations in the event of default by the Principal. Unless otherwise agreed by Obligee, in its sole discretion, Surety shall not utilize Principal in completing the Contract nor shall Surety accept a bid from Principal for completion of the work in the event of default by the Principal.

No final settlement between the Obligee and the Contractor shall abridge the right of any beneficiary hereunder, whose claim may be unsatisfied.

The Surety shall remain responsible and liable for all patent and latent defects that arise out of or relate to the Contractor’s failure and/or inability to properly complete the Public Work as required by the Contract and the Contract Documents. The obligation of the Surety hereunder shall continue so long as any obligation of the Contractor remains.

Contractor and Surety agree that if the Obligee is required to engage the services of an attorney in connection with enforcement of the bond, Contractor and Surety shall pay Obligee’s reasonable attorneys’ fees incurred, with or without suit, in addition to the above sum.

In the event suit is brought upon this bond by the Obligee and judgment is recovered, the Surety shall pay all costs incurred by the Obligee in such suit, including reasonable attorneys’ fees to be fixed by the Court.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunto set our hands and seals this _____ day of _____________, 20___.


PRINCIPAL/CONTRACTOR:

By:

SURETY:

By:

Attorney-in-Fact

The rate of premium on this bond is ______________________________ per thousand. The total amount of premium charged: $__________________________ (This must be filled in by a

corporate surety).

IMPORTANT: THIS IS A REQUIRED FORM.

Surety companies executing bonds must possess a certificate of authority from the California Insurance Commissioner

authorizing them to write surety insurance defined in California Insurance Code section 105, and if the work or project

is financed, in whole or in part, with federal, grant or loan funds, Surety’s name must also appear on the Treasury

Department’s most current list (Circular 570 as amended).

Any claims under this bond may be addressed to:

(Name and Address of Surety) (Name and Address of agent or representative for service for service of process in California)

Telephone:

Telephone:


A notary public or other office completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document.

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )

) ss.

COUNTY OF )

On ___________________________, before me, ___________________________________________, personally appeared _________________________________, who proved on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies) as the Attorney-in-Fact of ____________________________ (Surety) and acknowledged to me that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) executed the instrument. I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Notary Public in and for said State Commission expires:

(SEAL)

NOTE: A copy of the power-of-attorney to local representatives of the bonding company must be attached hereto.


CONTRACTOR FINGERPRINTING REQUIREMENTS

CONTRACTOR CERTIFICATION

With respect to the Contract dated ________________ 20___ by and between the Anaheim Union High School District (“District”) and _______________________________ (“Contractor”) Contractor hereby certifies to the District’s governing board that it has completed the criminal background check requirements of Education Code section 45125.1 and that none of its employees that may come in contact with District’s pupils have been convicted of a violent felony listed in Penal Code section 667.5(c) or a serious felony listed in Penal Code section 1192.7(c).

Contractor’s Representative

Date:

CONTRACTOR EXEMPTION

Pursuant to Education Code sections 45125.1 and 45125.2, the Anaheim Union High School District (“District”) as determined that ________________________ (“Contractor”) is exempt from the criminal background check certification requirements for the contract dated ________________ 20____ by and between the District and Contractor (“Contract”) because:

The Contractor’s employees will have limited contact with District students during the course of the

Contract;

Emergency or exceptional circumstances exist; or

With respect to Contractors constructing, reconstructing, rehabilitating or repairing a school facility,

as provided in Section 45125.2, the Contractor has agreed to ensure the safety of pupils at the school

facility by the following method(s) specified in Section 45125.2:

The installation of a physical barrier at the worksite to limit contact with pupils.

Continual supervision and monitoring of all employees of the entity by an employee of the

entity whom the Department of Justice has ascertained has not been convicted of a violent

or serious felony.

School District Official:

Date:


SUBCONTRACTOR FINGERPRINTING REQUIREMENTS

SUBCONTRACTOR’S CERTIFICATION

The Anaheim Union High School District (“District”) entered into a contract for services with _____________________________ (“Contractor”) on or about ___________________, 20____ (“Contract”). This certification is submitted by _____________________________, a subcontractor to the Contractor for purposes of that Contract (“Subcontractor”). Subcontractor hereby certifies to the District’s governing board that it has completed the criminal background check requirements of Education Code section 45125.1 and that none of its employees that may come in contact with District pupils have been convicted of a violent felony listed in Penal Code section 667.5(c) or a serious felony listed in Penal Code section 1192.7(c).

Subcontractor’s Representative:

Date:

SUBCONTRACTOR’S EXEMPTION

The Anaheim Union High School District (“District”) entered into a contract for services with __________________________________ (“Contractor”) on or about _____________, 20____ (“Contract”. Pursuant to Education Code sections 45125.1 and 45125.2, the District has determined that ___________________________, a subcontractor to the Contractor for purposes of that Contract (“Subcontractor”) is exempt from the criminal background check certification requirements for the Contract because:

The Subcontractor’s employees will have limited contact with District students during the course of

the Contract;

Emergency or exceptional circumstances exist; or

With respect to Contractors constructing, reconstructing, rehabilitating or repairing a school facility,

as provided in Section 45125.2, the Contractor has agreed to ensure the safety of pupils at the school

facility by the following method(s) specified in Section 45125.2:

The installation of a physical barrier at the worksite to limit contact with pupils.

Continual supervision and monitoring of all employees of the entity by an employee of the

entity whom the Department of Justice has ascertained has not been convicted of a violent

or serious felony.

School District Official:

Date:


CONTRACTOR’S CERTIFICATE REGARDING WORKERS’ COMPENSATION

Labor Code section 3700 in relevant part provides:

Every employer except the State shall secure the payment of compensation in one or more of the following ways:

(a) By being insured against liability to pay compensation in one or more insurers duly authorized to write compensation insurance in this State.

(b) By securing from the Director of Industrial Relations a certificate of consent to self-insure, either as an individual employee or as one employer in a group of employers, which may be given upon furnishing proof satisfactory to the Director of Industrial Relations of ability to self-insure and to pay any compensation that may become due to his employees.

I am aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against liability for workers’ compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that code, and I will comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the work of this Construction Services Agreement.

Contractor ______________________________________________________

Title ______________________________________________________

Date ______________________________________________________

(In accordance with article Error! Reference source not found. (commencing at section 1860), chapter l, part 7, division 2 of the Labor Code, the above certificate must be signed and filed with the awarding body prior to performing any work under this Construction Services Agreement.)


DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE CERTIFICATION

This Drug-Free Workplace Certification form is required from all successful bidders pursuant to the requirements mandated by Government Code section 8350 et seq., the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990. The Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990 requires that every person or organization awarded a contract or grant for the procurement of any property or service from any State agency must certify that it will provide a drug-free workplace by performing certain specified acts. In addition, the Act provides that each contract or grant awarded by a State agency may be subject to suspension of payments or termination of the contract or grant, and the Contractor or grantee may be subject to debarment from future contracting, if the contracting agency determines that specified acts have occurred.

Pursuant to Government Code section 8355, every person or organization awarded a contract or grant from a State agency shall certify that it will provide a drug-free workplace by doing all of the following:

1. Publishing a statement, notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution,

dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the person’s or organization’s workplace,

and specifying actions which will be taken against employees for violations of the prohibition.

2. Establishing a drug-free awareness program to inform employees about all of the following:

a. The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;

b. The person’s or organization’s policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace;

c. The availability of drug counseling, rehabilitation and employee-assistance programs; and

d. The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations;

3. Requiring that each employee engaged in the performance of the contract or grant be given a copy

of the statement required by subdivision (a) and that, as a condition of employment on the contract or grant, the

employee agrees to abide by the terms of the statement.

I, the undersigned, agree to fulfill the terms and requirements of Government Code section 8355 listed above and will (a) publish a statement notifying employees concerning the prohibition of controlled substance at the workplace, (b) establish a drug-free awareness program, and (c) require each employee engaged in the performance of the contact be given a copy of the statement required by section 8355(a) and require such employee agree to abide by the terms of that statement.

I also understand that if the District determines that I have either (a) made a false certification herein, or (b) violated this certification by failing to carry out the requirements of Section 8355, that the contract awarded herein is subject to termination, suspension of payments, or both. I further understand that, should I violate the terms of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990, I may be subject to debarment in accordance with the requirements of Section 8350 et seq.

I acknowledge that I am aware of the provisions of Government Code section 8350 et seq. and hereby certify that I will adhere to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990.

DATE: CONTRACTOR

By: Signature


CONDUCT RULES FOR CONTRACTORS

Each contractor/subcontractor, when performing work on Anaheim Union High School District property, in addition

to complying with the provisions of the Construction Services Agreement, shall adhere to the following rules of

conduct:

1. Professional and courteous conduct is expected and will be displayed at all times.

2. Interaction with students, staff, and/or other visitors is prohibited with the exception of designated

administrators.

3. The use of profanity and/or disparaging language will not be tolerated.

4. All contractors/subcontractors shall wear a means of identification on site when school is in session which

must be approved by the District prior to commencement of work.

5. All contractors/subcontractors shall remain in the vicinity of his/her work and will not stray to other areas of

the property not involved in the Project, including student and staff toilet facilities.

6. Pursuant to Government Code section 8350 et seq., the Anaheim Union High School District is a drug-free

workplace. This policy shall be strictly enforced.

7. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited from being consumed or brought on any District property.

8. The use of any tobacco products on District property is strictly prohibited.

9. Any lewd, obscene or otherwise indecent acts, words, or behavior by any contractor/subcontractor shall not

be tolerated.

10. All contractors/subcontractors shall conform to a dress code whereby:

A. No clothing that contains violent, suggestive, derogatory, obscene, or racially-biased material may

be worn.

B. Garments, accessories or personal grooming artifacts with slogans, graphics, or pictures promoting

drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or any other controlled substances which are prohibited to minors will not

be allowed.

11. No firearms are allowed on campuses/District property.

12. All contractors/subcontractors shall comply with Education Code section 45125 et seq. with respect to all

fingerprinting requirements.

Non-compliance with any of the above-stated rules of conduct by any contractor/subcontractor may be sufficient

grounds for immediate removal from the job site and termination of the contract.

I acknowledge that I am aware of the above-stated rules of conduct and hereby certify that all of my Company’s

employees, consultants, suppliers, and/or any subcontractors will adhere to these provisions.

________________________ _________________________________

Date Authorized Signature

___________________________________

Print Name

___________________________________

Company

AUHSD Solar PV Design-Build Attachment E – Respondent Proposal Checklist RFQ/RFP No. 2020-07

ATTACHMENT E – RESPONDENT PROPOSAL CHECKLIST

#2020-07 DESIGN-BUILD SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM

ANAHEIM UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

PROPOSAL Check A. Cover Letter and Executive Summary

B. Firm Information and Project Team

1. Firm Information

2. Project Team

3. Insurance and Bonding

4. Certification of Non-discrimination

5. Sub-contractor list

6. Financing and Financing Partners

C. Relevant Project Experience & References

D. Project Design

1. System

2. PV Modules

3. Inverters

4. Design

E. Project Schedule

F. Performance and Production Guarantee

G. Educational Component

H. Added Value Options

I. Exceptions to RFP Documents

J. Proposal Pricing Terms

1. Pricing Inclusions: Attachment B - Pricing Form (Pricing Form shall be as complete as possible, provide this Form in digital format)

2. Solar Production Data (8760 interval data for each site, provide in digital form)

K. Required District Forms

L. Respondent Proposal Checklist