San Diego company is top bidder for $15M airport solar array

Borrego Solar Systems Inc. of San Diego came out on top in a competition among contractors to design, build and operate a solar array at Sacramento International Airport.

Some 14 solar companies responded to a request for proposals in the fall from Sacramento County to provide solar power at the airport at no cost to the county, which operates the airport.

A selection committee ranked companies by past projects, financing, terms and experience. County supervisors will pick the winning bidder at…