ADDENDUM #4.pdf

This is an Addendum #4 issued by the Alaska Court System, Facilities Department for the Snowden Administration Building Facade Project (ITB ANC-C-27-0001). The addendum modifies the timeline for the exterior siding replacement project at 820 West 4th Avenue in Anchorage. Key deadline changes include: the submittal date for questions now closes at end of business on September 9, 2026; sealed bids are due September 16, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (previously August 19, 2026); and the public bid opening is scheduled for September 16, 2026 at 12:15 p.m. The mandatory pre-bid meeting and site inspection remain on August 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., and work must commence no later than October 21, 2026 with substantial completion required by July 31, 2027.

The base bid scope includes demolition of existing north-side siding, signage, and windows; re-siding with new air barrier, furring, continuous insulation, and either 12x12 stacked-bond porcelain tile or laminated phenolic-resin panels; cast-in-place concrete curbing; a decorative Alaska map-shaped sign with LED-lit lettering; replacement of aluminum-framed curtain walls and entry doors; wrapping approximately 6 feet of east-side wall; and relocation of two flagpoles. Two additive alternates are available. Performance and payment bonds equal to the total contract amount and a 5 percent bid bond are required. Comprehensive insurance requirements include workers' compensation, commercial general liability ($500,000 each occurrence, $1 million aggregate), automobile liability ($1 million), and builder's risk. Alaska Davis-Bacon Act wage requirements apply, and contractors must perform at least 10 percent of total work with directly employed forces. Alaska bidder preferences are available under Alaska Statute 36.30.170, including Alaska preference (up to 5 percent), Alaskans with Disabilities preference (up to 10 percent), Employment Program preference (up to 15 percent), and Alaska Veteran preference (up to 5 percent, not to exceed $5,000). Notice of Intent to Award issues within two working days of bid opening; Notice of Award for contracts exceeding $200,000 is delayed at least ten calendar days after Intent to Award.