How to bid on Canopy Solar Inverters for Salt Lake City School District

What the agency is buying

The Salt Lake City School District is looking to purchase canopy solar inverters, optimizers, rapid-shutdown and module-level power electronics, and data acquisition systems. This is an opportunity for businesses specializing in solar energy components to supply a public school district.

The solicitation reference number is TB2715-CIO.

Key dates and deadlines

The deadline for this solicitation is September 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time. Late submissions may not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms that supply environmental technologies, specifically in the solar energy sector. Companies providing solar inverters, power optimizers, rapid shutdown systems, module-level power electronics, and data acquisition systems should consider this bid. Experience with school district or public sector projects may be beneficial.

How to respond

To access the full bid documents and respond, you need to go to Utah’s public procurement portal, U3P. The opportunity page opens in a web browser, and viewing the opportunity details is public, meaning no account is needed to read the information.

Documents and your submission are handled within Bonfire, which is integrated with U3P. You will need to register a free vendor account on Bonfire to download the solicitation files and to submit your response before the deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

When preparing your response, carefully review all specifications for the solar inverters, optimizers, and data acquisition systems. Ensure your proposed products meet or exceed the technical requirements outlined by the Salt Lake City School District.

Clearly articulate your firm's experience with similar projects and highlight the reliability and performance of your proposed equipment. Pay close attention to any instructions regarding pricing, delivery schedules, and warranty information to ensure your submission is complete and compliant.