Tenders/University of Calgary - Request for Proposal - Mobile Containerized Solar Microgrid System

University of Calgary - Request for Proposal - Mobile Containerized Solar Microgrid System

University of Calgary

Published: Sep 21, 2026

Updated: Sep 22, 2026

About This Opportunity

This is a supplies contract in the energy and power and general supplies sectors. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Alberta Purchasing Connection, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the energy and power sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The University of Calgary requires one fully integrated, containerized solar microgrid system designed for deployment in Northern Alberta’s cold climate conditions (Maximum load should be ~15000 lb that could be moved by a regular truck). The minimum technical specifications include, however may not be limited to: A. Container Unit • One mobile unit either build on platform directly (Figure A), or insulated 20’/40’ shipping container (please propose optimal size based on system design). • Insulation must be suitable for extreme cold weather conditions (Northern Alberta climate). • Container must house all electrical components, battery storage, and control systems in a secure, weatherproof, and ventilated environment. B. Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System • 10-20 rooftop solar panels, rated 400W–500W each. • Panels may be fixed (Figure B) or expandable (Figure A) to optimize for seasonal sun angles and potential redeployment. • Include all required mounting hardware, wiring, and combiner boxes. • A remote data acquisition and monitoring system for research purposes. C. Battery Energy Storage System • Capacity: 40 kWh usable energy, 5 kW continuous output. • Provide pricing and technical comparison for: o Flooded lead-acid (FLA) battery bank o Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery system o Other cost-effective alternatives (e.g., advanced lead-carbon, etc.) • Include battery management system (BMS), safety disconnects, and ventilation if required D. Control and Electrical Panel • Integrated control panel with all AC/DC wiring, breakers, surge protection, and metering. • Capability to accept grid or generator input for temporary charging of batteries. • System must support hybrid operation (solar + grid/generator) with automatic transfer switching. • Include remote monitoring capability (IoT/web-based platform preferred). E. Optional Components • Flatbed mover for container relocation (Figure B) • Transportation from fabrication site to University of Calgary. Commodity Categories: Solar generators Delivery Region: Alberta, Calgary

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Alberta Purchasing Connection and was originally published on September 21, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About University of Calgary

University of Calgary has issued 117 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 8 currently open and 6 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Education & Training, Health & Medical, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for Canada. Notices are distributed via Alberta Purchasing Connection and CanadaBuys - Government of Canada. Most recent publication: September 21, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Canada. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Alberta Purchasing Connection to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by University of Calgary in Canada. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the Energy & Power sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.