City of Asheville Photovoltaic Solar and Battery Storage Feasibility Study Services

The City of Asheville Capital & Asset Management Department seeks a qualified firm to conduct a Photovoltaic (PV) solar and high-level peak shaving battery feasibility study across six designated locations. The selected consultant must assess site-specific technical and environmental readiness, including structural weight capacity and roof conditions, while evaluating utility interconnection, tariff optimization, and peak shaving or cost reduction potential through battery energy storage systems. Eligible applicants must be onshore United States organizations properly registered with the Secretary of State. Interested firms can attend an optional virtual pre-submittal meeting on November 12, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., and must submit all questions by 5:00 p.m. on November 16, 2026. Letters of Interest and Statements of Qualifications must be received by 4:00 p.m. on December 4, 2026, via email to [email protected] or delivered to 70 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801. Staff will evaluate submittals based on demonstrated competence and qualifications without regard to fee, then negotiate a fair and reasonable contract with the highest-ranking firm for a projected start date of January 4, 2027.