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Solar-panel bids still pending; board to wait for alternative quotations before acting
Summary
The board discussed solar-panel procurement and said one contractor reported panels in stock while the town lacks alternative comparable bids; members agreed to wait briefly for additional proposals and to convene a short-notice meeting if a materially better qualifying bid appears.
The board reviewed the status of a previously solicited solar-panel bid and heard from staff that one contractor may have panels in stock and might submit an updated proposal. Board members said other comparable bids were not yet in hand and emphasized the need for two or three bids to document a competitive process; staff said they continue outreach to other contractors and will call a short-notice meeting if a materially lower, compliant bid is produced.
Because funding for the project remains to be identified and procurement rules require documentation of bids or good-faith efforts to solicit other offers, the town did not award a contract and left the item on the table pending one more day of outreach and any new bids that arrive.
