ITB_2527H106_AMHS_Snow_Plowing_Southcoast_Terminals.pdf

STATE OF ALASKA

INVITATION TO BID (ITB)

AMHS SNOW PLOWING SOUTHCOAST TERMINALS

ITB 2527H106

ISSUED OCTOBER 02, 2026

HAINES, SITKA, AUKE BAY (JUNEAU), PETERSBERG, WRANGELL, SKAGWAY AND VALDEZ AMHS TERMINALS WILL REQUIRE AS

NEEDED SNOW PLOWING AND SANDING SERVICES FOR THE WINTER OF 2026-2027. THIS WILL BE WEATHER DEPENDENT.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: If you received this solicitation from the State of Alaska’s “Online Public Notice” web site, you must register with the procurement officer listed below if you desire to receive notification of subsequent amendments to the solicitation.

BIDDER'S NOTICE: By signature on this form, the bidder certifies that they comply with the following:

(1) The bidder has a valid Alaska business license or will obtain one prior to award of any contract resulting from this ITB. If the bidder possesses a valid

Alaska business license, the license number must be written below or one the following forms of evidence must be submitted with the bid:

• a canceled check for the business license fee;

• a copy of the business license application with a receipt date stamp from the State's business license office;

• a receipt from the State’s business license office for the license fee;

• a copy of the bidder’s valid business license;

• a sworn notarized affidavit that the bidder has applied and paid for a business license;

(2) the price(s) submitted was arrived at independently and without collusion, under penalty of perjury, and that the bidder is complying with:

• the laws of the State of Alaska;

• the applicable portion of the Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964;

• the Equal Employment Opportunity Act and the regulations issued thereunder by the state and federal government;

• the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the regulations issued thereunder by the state and federal government;

• the bid will remain open and valid for at least 90 days;

• all terms and conditions set out in this Invitation to Bid (ITB).

If a bidder does not hold an Alaska Business License (1) at the time designated in the ITB for opening the state will disallow the Alaska Bidder Preference.

Bids must also be submitted under the name as appearing on the bidder’s current Alaska business license in order to receive the Alaska Bidder Preference.

If a bidder fails to comply with (2) of this paragraph, the state may reject the bid, terminate the contract, or consider the contractor in default.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND PUBLIC FACILITIES

DIVISION OF PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION COMPANY SUBMITTING BID

AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE

PROCUREMENT OFFICER:

David Sirevog PRINTED NAME

PHONE: (907) 465-8855

EMAIL: david.sirevog@alaska.gov DATE

STATE OF ALASKA – INVITATION TO BID ITB 2527H106

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION & INSTRUCTIONS

SEC. 1.01 PURPOSE OF THE ITB

SEC. 1.02 DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS

SEC. 1.03 REQUIRED REVIEW

SEC. 1.04 QUESTIONS PRIOR TO DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS

SEC. 1.05 RETURN INSTRUCTIONS

SEC. 1.06 ASSISTANCE TO BIDDERS WITH A DISABILITY

SEC. 1.07 AMENDMENTS TO BIDS

SEC. 1.08 AMENDMENTS TO THE ITB

SEC. 1.09 ITB SCHEDULE

SEC. 1.10 ALTERNATE BIDS

SEC. 1.11 SUPPORTING INFORMATION

SEC. 1.12 FIRM, UNQUALIFIED, AND UNCONDITIONAL OFFER

SECTION 2. SCOPE OF WORK AND CONTRACT INFORMATION

SEC. 2.01 SCOPE OF WORK

SEC. 2.02 CONTRACT TERM

SEC. 2.03 CONTRACT TYPE

SEC. 2.04 PAYMENT FOR STATE PURCHASES

SEC. 2.05 ELECTRONIC PAYMENTS

SEC. 2.06 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

SEC. 2.07 CONTRACT PERFORMANCE LOCATION

SEC. 2.08 THIRD-PARTY FINANCING AGREEMENTS NOT ALLOWED

SEC. 2.09 SUBCONTRACTORS

SEC. 2.10 JOINT VENTURES

SEC. 2.11 EQUIPMENT INSPECTION

SEC. 2.12 CONTRACT CHANGES – UNANTICIPATED AMENDMENTS

SEC. 2.13 CONTINUING OBLIGATION OF CONTRACTOR

SEC. 2.14 BILLING INSTRUCTIONS

SEC. 2.15 ESTIMATED QUANTITIES

SEC. 2.16 INDEMNIFICATION

SEC. 2.17 INSURANCE

SECTION 3. BID FORMAT AND CONTENT

SEC. 3.01 BID FORMS

SEC. 3.02 PRICES

SECTION 4. EVALUATION AND CONTRACTOR SELECTION

SEC. 4.01 EVALUATION OF BIDS

SEC. 4.02 APPLICATION OF PREFERENCES

SEC. 4.03 ALASKA BIDDER PREFERENCE

SEC. 4.04 ALASKA VETERAN PREFERENCE

SEC. 4.05 ALASKA MILITARY SKILLS PROGRAM PREFERENCE

SEC. 4.06 EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM PREFERENCE

SEC. 4.07 ALASKANS WITH DISABILITIES PREFERENCE

SEC. 4.08 PREFERENCE QUALIFICATION LETTER

SEC. 4.09 EXTENSION OF PRICES

SEC. 4.10 METHOD OF AWARD

SEC. 4.11 NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD

SECTION 5. GENERAL PROCESS AND LEGAL INFORMATION

SEC. 5.01 ALASKA BUSINESS LICENSE AND OTHER REQUIRED LICENSES

SEC. 5.02 AUTHORITY

SEC. 5.03 COMPLIANCE

SEC. 5.04 SUITABLE MATERIALS, ETC

SEC. 5.05 SPECIFICATIONS

SEC. 5.06 WORKMANSHIP AND MATERIALS

SEC. 5.07 ORDER DOCUMENTS

SEC. 5.08 HUMAN TRAFFICKING

SEC. 5.09 RIGHT OF REJECTION

SEC. 5.10 STATE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PREPARATION COSTS

SEC. 5.11 DISCLOSURE OF BID CONTENTS

SEC. 5.12 ASSIGNMENTS

SEC. 5.13 FORCE MAJEURE (IMPOSSIBILITY TO PERFORM)

SEC. 5.14 DEFAULT

SEC. 5.15 DISPUTES

SEC. 5.16 SEVERABILITY

SEC. 5.17 CONTRACT CANCELLATION

SEC. 5.18 GOVERNING LAW; FORUM SELECTION

SEC. 5.19 QUALIFIED BIDDERS

SEC. 5.20 FEDERALLY IMPOSED TARIFFS

SEC. 5.21 PROTEST

SECTION 6. ATTACHMENTS

SEC. 6.01 ATTACHMENTS

SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION & INSTRUCTIONS

SEC. 1.01 PURPOSE OF THE ITB

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, Division of Program Management and Administration, is soliciting bids for snow plowing in Haines, Sitka, Auke Bay (Juneau), Petersberg, Wrangell, Skagway and Valdez Alaska Marine Highway (AMHS) terminals (that don’t already have contracts) will require as needed snow plowing and sanding services for the winter of 2026-2027 with four (4) optional one year renewals. This will be weather dependent, and the contractor will be compensated on an hourly basis when services are performed.

SEC. 1.02 DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS

Bids must be received no later than 2:00pm Alaska Time on October 16, 2026, at which time they will be publicly opened. Late bids or amendments will be considered non-responsive and will not be opened or accepted for evaluation.

SEC. 1.03 REQUIRED REVIEW

Bidders shall carefully review this ITB for defects and questionable or objectionable material. Comments concerning defects and questionable or objectionable material in the ITB should be made in writing and received by the procurement officer at least ten days before the deadline for receipt of bids. This will allow time for an amendment to be issued if one is required. It will also help prevent the opening of a defective bid, upon which award cannot be made, and the resultant exposure of bidders' prices.

SEC. 1.04 QUESTIONS PRIOR TO DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS

All questions must be in writing and directed to the procurement officer. The interested party must confirm telephone conversations in writing. Two types of questions generally arise. One may be answered by directing the questioner to a specific section of the ITB. These questions may be answered over the telephone. Other questions may be more complex and may require a written amendment to the ITB. The procurement officer will make that decision.

SEC. 1.05 RETURN INSTRUCTIONS

If you are submitting a response through IRIS Vendor Self-Service (VSS), you may ignore the following return instructions.

Bidders must submit one hard copy of their entire bid, in writing, to the procurement officer in a sealed package.

The sealed bid package must be addressed as follows:

Department of Transportation and Public Facilities Division of Program Management and Administration

Attention: David Sirevog Invitation to Bid (ITB) Number: 2527H106

ITB Title: AMHS Snow Plowing Southcoast Terminals P.O. Box 112500

Juneau, AK 99811-2500

If using a delivery service, please use the following address:

Department of Transportation and Public Facilities Division of Program Management and Administration

Attention: David Sirevog Invitation to Bid (ITB) Number: 2527H106

ITB Title: AMHS Snow Plowing Southcoast Terminals 3132 Channel Drive, Suite 350

Juneau, AK 99801

If submitting your bid via email, the entire bid may be emailed to dotstatewideprocurement@alaska.gov and must contain the ITB number in the subject line of the email. The maximum size of a single email (including all text and attachments) that can be received by the state is 20mb (megabytes). If the email containing the bid exceeds this size, the bid must be sent in multiple emails that are each less than 20 megabytes and each email must comply with the requirements described above.

Please note that email transmission is not instantaneous. Like sending a hard copy bid, if you are emailing your bid, the state recommends sending it enough ahead of time to ensure the email is delivered by the deadline for receipt of bids.

It is the bidder’s responsibility to contact the issuing agency at 907-465-8855 to confirm that the entire bid has been received. The state is not responsible for unreadable, corrupt, or missing attachments.

SEC. 1.06 ASSISTANCE TO BIDDERS WITH A DISABILITY

The State of Alaska complies with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities who may need auxiliary aids, services, and/or special modifications to submit a bid should contact the Procurement Officer no later than ten days prior to the closing of the bid to make any necessary arrangements.

SEC. 1.07 AMENDMENTS TO BIDS

Amendments to or withdrawals of bids will only be allowed if acceptable requests are received prior to the deadline that is set for receipt of bids, in accordance with 2 AAC 12.140. No amendments or withdrawals will be accepted after the deadline unless the delay is due to an error of the contracting agency, in accordance with 2

AAC 12.160.

SEC. 1.08 AMENDMENTS TO THE ITB

If an amendment is issued before the deadline for receipt of bids, the amendment will be posted on the State of Alaska Online Public Notice (OPN) website. The link to the posting of the amendment will be provided to all who were notified of the ITB and to those who have registered with the procurement officer after receiving the ITB from the OPN.

SEC. 1.09 ITB SCHEDULE

The ITB schedule below represents the State of Alaska’s best estimate of the schedule that will be followed. If a component of this schedule, such as the deadline for receipt of bids, is delayed, the rest of the schedule may be shifted accordingly. All times are Alaska Standard Time (AST).

ACTIVITY TIME DATE

Issue Date / ITB Released N/A October 2, 2026 Deadline for Receipt of Bids / Bid Due Date 2:00 PM AST October 16, 2026 Bid Evaluations Complete N/A October 19, 2026 Notice of Intent to Award N/A October 19, 2026 Contract Issued N/A October 30, 2026

This ITB does not, by itself, obligate the state. The state's obligation will commence when the contract is approved by the Commissioner of the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, or the Commissioner's designee.

Upon written notice to the contractor, the state may set a different starting date for the contract. The state will not be responsible for any work done by the contractor, even work done in good faith, if it occurs prior to the contract start date set by the state.

SEC. 1.10 ALTERNATE BIDS

Bidders may only submit one bid for evaluation. In accordance with 2 AAC 12.830 alternate bids (bids that offer something different than what is asked for) will be rejected.

SEC. 1.11 SUPPORTING INFORMATION

Provided a bid meets the requirements for a definite, firm, unqualified, and unconditional offer, the state reserves the right to request supplemental information from the bidder, after the bids have been opened, to ensure that the products or services offered completely meet the ITB requirements. The requirement for such supplemental information will be at the reasonable discretion of the state and may include the requirement that a bidder will provide a sample product(s) so that the state can make a first-hand examination and determination.

A bidder's failure to provide this supplemental information or the product sample(s), within the time set by the state, may cause the state to consider the offer non-responsive and reject the bid.

SEC. 1.12 FIRM, UNQUALIFIED, AND UNCONDITIONAL OFFER

To be responsive a bid must constitute a definite, firm, unqualified and unconditional offer to meet all the material terms of the ITB. Material terms are those that could affect the price, quantity, quality, or delivery. Also included as material terms are those which are clearly identified in the ITB, and which must be complied with at risk of bid rejection for non-responsiveness.

SECTION 2. SCOPE OF WORK AND CONTRACT INFORMATION

SEC. 2.01 SCOPE OF WORK

SPECIFICATIONS

LOT 1: SNOW PLOWING AND SANDING FOR THE AMHS FERRY TERMINAL IN HAINES,

ALASKA

Bidders are encouraged to attend pre-bid site visits to the location(s) they will be bidding on to see actual location and size of service area prior to bidding. To confirm a site visit for this location, please contact Terminal Manager Ryan Ackerman at (907)766-2111 or by email at ryan.ackerman@alaska.gov.

1. SUMMARY:

When a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment to plow snow from and sand the designated areas at the Haines Ferry Terminal parking. The Contractor must check in with the Terminal Manager and shall not sand unless directed by the Terminal Manager.

2. SERVICES:

The Contractor shall perform the following tasks:

Task 1: Snow Plowing the Haines Ferry Terminal parking lot, the handicapped parking area, and the vehicle staging area:

When a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days, the Contractor shall furnish trucks with drivers to plow snow from the Haines Ferry Terminal parking lot, the handicapped parking area, and the vehicle staging area. Snow shall be plowed to the designated staging area as directed by the Terminal Manager or Designee.

Task 2: Sanding around the luggage carts, the handicapped parking area, at the top of the ramp, between the ramp and the exit gate, and the vehicle staging areas:

The Contractor shall sand areas around the terminal when directed by the Terminal Manager.

When directed, sanding shall be done around the luggage carts, the handicapped parking area, at the top of the ramp, between the ramp and the exit gate, and the vehicle staging areas.

Sanding may be done by hand.

3. SERVICE TERM:

Service is an�cipated to be from October through April of each year, or when there is snowfall that requires plowing.

4. PERFORMANCE:

a. Work will normally be performed prior to arrival of the vessel, or prior to normal business hours. However, the Contractor may be directed to perform services within designated hours by the Terminal Manager. As much as possible, the Contractor shall perform work without disrup�ng normal use of the facili�es.

b. The Contractor shall observe all noise-control ordinances and comply with reasonable schedule changes.

c. Contractor shall plow when a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days.

d. The Contractor shall not sand unless directed by the Terminal Manager.

e. The Contractor shall maintain a telephone contact to receive no�fica�on of emergency callouts and other informa�on related to this contract. The Contractor's on-site supervisor shall have a working cellular telephone to facilitate communica�on during snow plowing opera�ons.

f. The Contractor will be given a minimum one (1) hour advance no�ce for emergency callouts. It is the intent that plowing will be completed two (2) hours before ferry arrival.

g. Subcontrac�ng work on this project is not permited. The Contractor may have employees perform the work.

h. When snow plowing is completed, the Contractor shall contact the Terminal Manager or other designated person for approval before releasing any equipment.

i. The Contractor shall report hours worked per call out to the terminal manager within twenty-four (24) hours of the work being completed.

j. Equipment furnished under this contract shall be kept in good repair and safe opera�ng condi�on. Breakdown �me will not be counted as hours worked.

k. The State will only pay for actual hours worked.

The AMHS vessel sailing schedule is available at the AMHS website or at:

htp://www.dot.state.ak.us/amhs/schedules.shtml Variations to scheduled port calls can occur due to weather or mechanical issues.

SPECIFICATIONS (cont.)

LOT 2: SNOW PLOWING AND SANDING FOR THE AMHS FERRY TERMINAL IN SITKA,

Bidders are encouraged to attend pre-bid site visits to the location(s) they will be bidding on to see actual location and size of service area prior to bidding. To confirm a site visit for this location, please contact Terminal Manager Melissa Mossburg at (907) 747-8737 or by email at melissa.mossburg@alaska.gov.

1. SUMMARY:

When a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment to plow snow from and sand the designated areas at the Sitka Ferry Terminal parking. The Contractor must check in with the Terminal Manager and shall not sand unless directed by the Terminal Manager.

Task 1: Snow Plowing the Sitka Ferry Terminal parking lot, the handicapped parking area, and the vehicle staging area:

When a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days, the Contractor shall furnish trucks with drivers to plow snow from the Sitka Ferry Terminal parking lot, the handicapped parking area, and the vehicle staging area. Snow shall be plowed to the designated staging area as directed by the Terminal Manager or Designee.

Task 2: Sanding around the luggage carts, the handicapped parking area, at the top of the ramp, between the ramp and the exit gate, and the vehicle staging areas:

The Contractor shall sand areas around the terminal when directed by the Terminal Manager.

When directed, sanding shall be done around the luggage carts, the handicapped parking area, hours. However, the Contractor may be directed to perform services within designated hours

c. Contractor shall plow when a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to

LOT 3: SNOW PLOWING AND SANDING FOR THE AMHS FERRY TERMINAL IN AUKE BAY

(JUNEAU), ALASKA

Bidders are encouraged to attend pre-bid site visits to the location(s) they will be bidding on to see actual location and size of service area prior to bidding. To confirm a site visit for this location, please contact Terminal Manager George Cole at (907) 465-8853 or by email at george.cole@alaska.gov.

1. SUMMARY:

When a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment to plow snow from and sand the designated areas at the Auke Bay (Juneau) Ferry Terminal parking. The Contractor must check in with the Terminal Manager and shall not sand unless directed by the Terminal Manager.

Task 1: Snow Plowing the Auke Bay (Juneau) Ferry Terminal parking lot, the handicapped parking area, and the vehicle staging area:

When a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days, the Contractor shall furnish trucks with drivers to plow snow from the Auke Bay (Juneau) Ferry Terminal parking lot, the handicapped parking area, and the vehicle staging area. Snow shall be plowed to the designated staging area as directed by the Terminal Manager or Designee.

Task 2: Sanding around the luggage carts, the handicapped parking area, at the top of the ramp, between the ramp and the exit gate, and the vehicle staging areas:

The Contractor shall sand areas around the terminal when directed by the Terminal Manager.

When directed, sanding shall be done around the luggage carts, the handicapped parking area, hours. However, the Contractor may be directed to perform services within designated hours

c. Contractor shall plow when a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to

LOT 4: SNOW PLOWING AND SANDING FOR THE AMHS FERRY TERMINAL IN

PETERSBERG, ALASKA

Bidders are encouraged to attend pre-bid site visits to the location(s) they will be bidding on to see actual location and size of service area prior to bidding. To confirm a site visit for this location, please contact Terminal Manager Chrystine Lynn at (907) 772-3855 or by email at chrystine.lynn@alaska.gov.

1. SUMMARY:

When a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment to plow snow from and sand the designated areas at the Petersberg Ferry Terminal parking. The Contractor must check in with the Terminal Manager and shall not sand unless directed by the Terminal Manager.

Task 1: Snow Plowing the Petersberg Ferry Terminal parking lot, the handicapped parking area, and the vehicle staging area:

When a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days, the Contractor shall furnish trucks with drivers to plow snow from the Petersberg Ferry Terminal parking lot, the handicapped parking area, and the vehicle staging area. Snow shall be plowed to the designated staging area as directed by the Terminal Manager or Designee.

Task 2: Sanding around the luggage carts, the handicapped parking area, at the top of the ramp, between the ramp and the exit gate, and the vehicle staging areas:

The Contractor shall sand areas around the terminal when directed by the Terminal Manager.

When directed, sanding shall be done around the luggage carts, the handicapped parking area, hours. However, the Contractor may be directed to perform services within designated hours

c. Contractor shall plow when a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to

LOT 5: SNOW PLOWING AND SANDING FOR THE AMHS FERRY TERMINAL IN

WRANGELL, ALASKA

Bidders are encouraged to attend pre-bid site visits to the location(s) they will be bidding on to see actual location and size of service area prior to bidding. To confirm a site visit for this location, please contact Terminal Manager John Archambeau at (907) 874-2021 or by email at john.archambeau@alaska.gov.

1. SUMMARY:

When a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment to plow snow from and sand the designated areas at the Wrangell Ferry Terminal parking. The Contractor must check in with the Terminal Manager and shall not sand unless directed by the Terminal Manager.

Task 1: Snow Plowing the Wrangell Ferry Terminal parking lot, the handicapped parking area, When a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days, the Contractor shall furnish trucks with drivers to plow snow from the Wrangell Ferry Terminal parking lot, the handicapped parking area, and the vehicle staging area. Snow shall be plowed to the designated staging area as directed by the Terminal Manager or Designee.

Task 2: Sanding around the luggage carts, the handicapped parking area, at the top of the ramp, between the ramp and the exit gate, and the vehicle staging areas:

The Contractor shall sand areas around the terminal when directed by the Terminal Manager.

When directed, sanding shall be done around the luggage carts, the handicapped parking area, hours. However, the Contractor may be directed to perform services within designated hours

c. Contractor shall plow when a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to

LOT 6: SNOW PLOWING AND SANDING FOR THE AMHS FERRY TERMINAL IN

SKAGWAY, ALASKA

Bidders are encouraged to attend pre-bid site visits to the location(s) they will be bidding on to see actual location and size of service area prior to bidding. To confirm a site visit for this location, please contact Terminal Manager Tiffanie Potter at (907) 983-2941 or by email at tiffanie.potter@alaska.gov.

1. SUMMARY:

When a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment to plow snow from and sand the designated areas at the Skagway Ferry Terminal parking. The Contractor must check in with the Terminal Manager and shall not sand unless directed by the Terminal Manager.

Task 1: Snow Plowing the Skagway Ferry Terminal parking lot, the handicapped parking area, When a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days, the Contractor shall furnish trucks with drivers to plow snow from the Skagway Ferry Terminal parking lot, the handicapped parking area, and the vehicle staging area. Snow shall be plowed to the designated staging area as directed by the Terminal Manager or Designee.

Task 2: Sanding around the luggage carts, the handicapped parking area, at the top of the ramp, between the ramp and the exit gate, and the vehicle staging areas:

The Contractor shall sand areas around the terminal when directed by the Terminal Manager.

When directed, sanding shall be done around the luggage carts, the handicapped parking area, hours. However, the Contractor may be directed to perform services within designated hours

c. Contractor shall plow when a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to

LOT 7: SNOW PLOWING AND SANDING FOR THE AMHS FERRY TERMINAL IN VALDEZ,

Bidders are encouraged to attend pre-bid site visits to the location(s) they will be bidding on to see actual location and size of service area prior to bidding. To confirm a site visit for this location, please contact Terminal Manager Kyle Klause at (907) 835-4436 or by email at kyle.klause@alaska.gov.

1. SUMMARY:

When a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment to plow snow from and sand the designated areas at the Valdez Ferry Terminal parking. The Contractor must check in with the Terminal Manager and shall not sand unless directed by the Terminal Manager.

Task 1: Snow Plowing the Valdez Ferry Terminal parking lot, the handicapped parking area, When a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to normal working days, the Contractor shall furnish trucks with drivers to plow snow from the Valdez Ferry Terminal parking lot, the handicapped parking area, and the vehicle staging area. Snow shall be plowed to the designated staging area as directed by the Terminal Manager or Designee.

Task 2: Sanding around the luggage carts, the handicapped parking area, at the top of the ramp, between the ramp and the exit gate, and the vehicle staging areas:

The Contractor shall sand areas around the terminal when directed by the Terminal Manager.

When directed, sanding shall be done around the luggage carts, the handicapped parking area, hours. However, the Contractor may be directed to perform services within designated hours

c. Contractor shall plow when a minimum of 2 to 3 inches of snow has accumulated prior to

SEC. 2.02 CONTRACT TERM

The length of the contract will be from the date of award, approximately October 30, 2026, through October 29, 2027, with the option to renew for four (4) additional one (1) year terms under the same terms and conditions as the original contract. Renewals will be exercised at the sole discretion of the state.

Unless otherwise provided in this ITB, the State and the successful bidder/contractor agree: (1) that any extension of the contract excluding any exercised renewal options, will be considered as a month-to-month extension, and all other terms and conditions shall remain in full force and effect and (2) the procurement officer will provide notice to the contractor of the intent to cancel such month-to-month extension at least 30 days before the desired date of cancellation. A month-to-month extension may only be executed by the procurement officer via a written contract amendment.

SEC. 2.03 CONTRACT TYPE

This contract is a Firm Fixed Price contract.

SEC. 2.04 PAYMENT FOR STATE PURCHASES

No payment will be made until the contract is approved by the Commissioner of the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities or the Commissioner's designee. Under no conditions will the state be liable for the payment of any interest charges associated with the cost of the contract. The state is not responsible for and will not pay local, state, or federal taxes. All costs associated with the contract must be stated in U.S. currency.

Payment for agreements under $500,000 for the undisputed purchase of goods or services provided to a state agency, will be made within 30 days of the receipt of a proper billing or the delivery of the goods or services to the location(s) specified in the agreement, whichever is later. A late payment is subject to 1.5% interest per month on the unpaid balance. Interest will not be paid if there is a dispute or if there is an agreement that establishes a lower interest rate or precludes the charging of interest.

SEC. 2.05 ELECTRONIC PAYMENTS

The State of Alaska prefers vendors receive payment via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bidders may review information concerning the EFT process and access the Electronic Payment Agreement Form for Vendors at the following link: https://doa.alaska.gov/dof/vendor.html. Method of payment is not a factor in the State’s determination for award.

Any single contract payments of $1 million or higher must be accepted by the contractor via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT).

SEC. 2.06 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

The administration of this contract is the responsibility of the procurement officer or person appointed by the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, Division of Program Management and Administration.

https://doa.alaska.gov/dof/vendor.html

SEC. 2.07 CONTRACT PERFORMANCE LOCATION

By signature on their bid, the bidder certifies that all services provided under this contract by the contractor and all subcontractors shall be performed in the United States.

If the bidder cannot certify that all work will be performed in the United States, the bidder must contact the procurement officer in writing to request a waiver at least 10 days prior to the deadline for receipt of bids.

The request must include a detailed description of the portion of work that will be performed outside the United States, where, by whom, and the reason the waiver is necessary.

Failure to comply with these requirements may cause the state to reject the bid as non-responsive or cancel the contract.

SEC. 2.08 THIRD-PARTY FINANCING AGREEMENTS NOT ALLOWED

Because of the additional administrative and accounting time required of the state when third party financing agreements are permitted, they will not be allowed under this contract.

SEC. 2.09 SUBCONTRACTORS

Subcontractors will not be allowed.

SEC. 2.10 JOINT VENTURES

Joint ventures will not be allowed.

SEC. 2.11 EQUIPMENT INSPECTION

Equipment offered (including for lease) may be subject to inspection and approval by the state prior to the award of the ITB. The equipment and attachments must be in good repair and capable of performing the work for which they were designed.

SEC. 2.12 CONTRACT CHANGES – UNANTICIPATED AMENDMENTS

During the course of this contract, the contractor may be required to perform additional work. That work will be within the general scope of the initial contract. When additional work is required, the state will provide the contractor a written description of the additional work and request the contractor to submit a firm time schedule for accomplishing the additional work and a firm price for the additional work. Cost and pricing data must be provided to justify the cost of such amendments per AS 36.30.400.

The contractor will not commence additional work until the procurement officer has secured required state approvals necessary and issued a written contract amendment.

SEC. 2.13 CONTINUING OBLIGATION OF CONTRACTOR

Notwithstanding the expiration date of a contract resulting from this ITB, the contractor is obligated to fulfill its responsibilities until warranty, guarantee, maintenance, and parts availability requirements have completely expired.

SEC. 2.14 BILLING INSTRUCTIONS

Invoices must be billed to the ordering agency's address shown on the individual Purchase Order, Contract Award or Delivery Order. The state will make payment after it receives the goods or services and the invoice. Questions concerning payment must be addressed to the ordering agency.

SEC. 2.15 ESTIMATED QUANTITIES

The quantities referenced in this ITB are estimated requirements and may vary more or less from the quantities actually purchased. The State does not guarantee any minimum or maximum purchase. Orders will be issued throughout the contract period on an as-needed basis.

SEC. 2.16 INDEMNIFICATION

The contractor shall indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the contracting agency from and against any claim of, or liability for error, omission or negligent act of the contractor under this agreement. The contractor shall not be required to indemnify the contracting agency for a claim of, or liability for, the independent negligence of the contracting agency. If there is a claim of, or liability for, the joint negligent error or omission of the contractor and the independent negligence of the contracting agency, the indemnification and hold harmless obligation shall be apportioned on a comparative fault basis.

“Contractor” and “contracting agency”, as used within this and the following article, include the employees, agents and other contractors who are directly responsible, respectively, to each. The term “independent negligence” is negligence other than in the contracting agency’s selection, administration, monitoring, or controlling of the contractor and in approving or accepting the contractor’s work.

SEC. 2.17 INSURANCE

Without limiting the contractor's indemnification, it is agreed that the contractor shall purchase at its own expense and maintain in force at all times during the performance of services under this agreement the following policies of insurance. Where specific limits are shown, it is understood that they shall be the minimum acceptable limits.

If the contractor's policy contains higher limits, the state shall be entitled to coverage to the extent of such higher limits.

Certificates of Insurance must be furnished to the procurement officer prior to contract approval and must provide for a notice of cancellation, non-renewal, or material change of conditions in accordance with policy provisions.

Failure to furnish satisfactory evidence of insurance or lapse of the policy is a material breach of this contract and shall be grounds for termination of the contractor's services. All insurance policies shall comply with and be issued by insurers licensed to transact the business of insurance under AS 21.

Proof of insurance is required for the following:

• Workers' Compensation Insurance: The contractor shall provide and maintain, for all employees engaged in work under this contract, coverage as required by AS 23.30.045, and where applicable, any other statutory obligations including but not limited to Federal U.S.L. & H. and Jones Act requirements. The policy must waive subrogation against the state.

• Commercial General Liability Insurance: covering all business premises and operations used by the contractor in the performance of services under this agreement with minimum coverage limits of $300,000 combined single limit per occurrence.

• Commercial Automobile Liability Insurance: covering all vehicles used by the contractor in the performance of services under this agreement with minimum coverage limits of $300,000 combined single limit per occurrence.

SECTION 3. BID FORMAT AND CONTENT

SEC. 3.01 BID FORMS

Bidders shall use the front page of this ITB, the Bid Submission Cover Sheet, and any other forms identified in this ITB for submitting bids. All bids must be signed by an individual authorized to bind the bidder to the provisions of the ITB.

BIDDER'S CERTIFICATION

By signature on the bid, the bidder certifies that they comply with the following:

A. the laws of the State of Alaska;

B. the applicable portion of the Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964;

C. the Equal Employment Opportunity Act and the regulations issued thereunder by the state and federal government;

D. the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the regulations issued thereunder by the state and federal government and certifies that programs, services, and activities provided to the general public on behalf of the State under a contract resulting from this solicitation comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, 28 CFR, Part 35, Subpart B 35.130;

E. all terms and conditions set out in this ITB;

F. the price(s) submitted was arrived at independently arrived and without collusion, under penalty of perjury; and

G. that the bid will remain open and valid for at least 90 days.

If any bidder fails to comply with [a] through [g] of this paragraph, the state reserves the right to disregard the bid, terminate the contract, or consider the contractor in default.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST

Each bid shall include a statement indicating whether the company or any individuals working on the contract has a possible conflict of interest (e.g., currently employed by the State of Alaska or formerly employed by the State of Alaska within the past two years) and, if so, the nature of that conflict. The procurement officer reserves the right to consider a bid non-responsive and reject it or cancel the award if any interest disclosed from any source could either give the appearance of a conflict or cause speculation as to the objectivity of the contract to be performed by the bidder.

SEC. 3.02 PRICES

The bidder shall state prices in the units of issue on this ITB. Prices quoted in bids must be exclusive of federal, state, and local taxes. If the bidder believes that certain taxes are payable by the state, the bidder may list such taxes separately, directly below the bid price for the affected item.

Section 4. EVALUATION AND CONTRACTOR SELECTION

SEC. 4.01 EVALUATION OF BIDS

After bid opening, the procurement officer will evaluate the bids for responsiveness and responsibility. Bids deemed non-responsive or non-responsible will be eliminated from further consideration. An evaluation may not be based on discrimination due the race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability, or political affiliation of the bidder.

SEC. 4.02 APPLICATION OF PREFERENCES

Certain preferences apply to all state contracts, regardless of their dollar value. The Alaska Bidder and Alaska Veteran preferences are the most common preferences involved in the ITB process. Additional preferences that may apply to this procurement are listed below. Guides that contain excerpts from the relevant statutes and codes, explain when the preferences apply and provide examples of how to calculate the preferences are available at the following website:

https://oppm.doa.alaska.gov/policy-oversight/policy-resources/user-guide-matrixes/

• Alaska Military Skills Program Preference – AS 36.30.321(l)

• Alaska Products Preference - AS 36.30.332

• Recycled Products Preference - AS 36.30.337

• Local Agriculture and Fisheries Products Preference - AS 36.15.050

• Employment Program Preference - AS 36.30.321(b)

• Alaskans with Disabilities Preference - AS 36.30.321(d)

The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation in the Department of Labor and Workforce Development keeps a list of qualified employment programs and individuals who qualify as persons with a disability. As evidence of a business’ or an individual's right to the Employment Program or Alaskans with Disabilities preferences, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation will issue a certification letter. To take advantage of these preferences, a business or individual must be on the appropriate Division of Vocational Rehabilitation list prior to the time designated for receipt of proposals. Bidders must attach a copy of their certification letter to the proposal. A bidder’s failure to provide this certification letter with their proposal will cause the state to disallow the preference.

https://oppm.doa.alaska.gov/policy-oversight/policy-resources/user-guide-matrixes/

SEC. 4.03 ALASKA BIDDER PREFERENCE

An Alaska Bidder Preference of 5% will be applied to the total bid price. The preference will be given to a bidder who:

1) holds a current Alaska business license prior to the deadline for receipt of bids;

2) submits a bid for goods or services under the name appearing on the bidder’s current Alaska business license;

3) has maintained a place of business within the state staffed by the bidder, or an employee of the bidder, for a period of six months immediately preceding the date of the bid;

4) is incorporated or qualified to do business under the laws of the state, is a sole proprietorship and the proprietor is a resident of the state, is a limited liability company (LLC) organized under AS 10.50 and all members are residents of the state, or is a partnership under AS 32.06 or AS 32.11 and all partners are residents of the state; and

5) if a joint venture, is composed entirely of ventures that qualify under (1)-(4) of this subsection.

Alaska Bidder Preference Certification Form To receive the Alaska Bidder Preference, the bid must include the Alaska Bidder Preference Certification Form attached to this ITB. A bidder does not need to complete the Alaska Veteran Preference questions on the form if not claiming the Alaska Veteran Preference. A bidder’s failure to provide this completed form with their bid will cause the state to disallow the preference.

SEC. 4.04 ALASKA VETERAN PREFERENCE

An Alaska Veteran Preference of 5%, not to exceed $5,000, will be applied to the total bid price. The preference will be given to a bidder who qualifies under AS 36.30.990(2) as an Alaska Bidder and is a:

a) sole proprietorship owned by an Alaska veteran;

b) partnership under AS 32.06 or AS 32.11 if a majority of the partners are Alaska veterans;

c) limited liability company organized under AS 10.50 if a majority of the members are Alaska veterans; or

d) corporation that is wholly owned by individuals, and a majority of the individuals are Alaska veterans.

In accordance with AS 36.30.321(i), the bidder must also add value by actually performing, controlling, managing, and supervising the services provided, or for supplies, the bidder must have sold supplies of the general nature solicited to other state agencies, other government, or the general public.

Alaska Veteran Preference Certification To receive the Alaska Veteran Preference, the bid must include the Alaska Bidder Preference Certification Form attached to this ITB. A bidder’s failure to provide this completed form with their bid will cause the state to disallow the preference.

SEC. 4.05 ALASKA MILITARY SKILLS PROGRAM PREFERENCE

An Alaska Military Skills Program Preference of 2%, not to exceed $5,000, will be applied to the price in the proposal. The preference will be given to an offeror who qualifies under AS 36.30.990(2) as an Alaska bidder and:

a) Employs at least one person who is currently enrolled in, or within the previous two years graduated from, a United States Department of Defense SkillBridge or United States Army career skills program for service members or spouses of service members that offers civilian work experience through specific industry training, pre-apprenticeships, registered apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days before a service member separates or retires from the service; or

b) has an active partnership with an entity that employs an apprentice through a program described above.

In accordance with AS 36.30.321(i), the bidder must also add value by actually performing, controlling, managing, and supervising the services provided, or for supplies, the bidder must have sold supplies of the general nature solicited to other state agencies, other government, or the general public.

Alaska Military Skills Program Preference Certification In order to receive the Alaska Military Skills Program Preference, the bid must include the Alaska Bidder Preference Certification Form attached to this ITB. A bidder’s failure to provide this completed form with their bid will cause the state to disallow the preference.

In addition, proof of graduation of the qualifying employee from an eligible program as described in AS 36.30.321(l) must be provided to the Procurement Officer at time of bid submission. Bidders must provide clarification or additional information requested by the Procurement Officer related to the preference not later than 5:00 PM Alaska Time one (1) business day following the date of the request. Failure to provide sufficient documentation will result in the bidder not receiving the Military Skills Program Preference.

SEC. 4.06 EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM PREFERENCE

If a bidder qualifies for the Alaska Bidder Preference and is offering goods or services through an employment program as defined under AS 36.30.990(12), an Employment Program Preference of 15% will be applied to the total bid price.

In accordance with AS 36.30.321(i), the bidder must also add value by actually performing, controlling, managing, and supervising the services provided, or for supplies, the bidder must have sold supplies of the general nature solicited to other state agencies, other government, or the general public.

SEC. 4.07 ALASKANS WITH DISABILITIES PREFERENCE

If a bidder qualifies for the Alaska Bidder Preference and is a qualifying entity as defined in AS 36.30.321(d), an Alaskans with Disabilities Preference of 10% will be applied to the total bid price.

In accordance with AS 36.30.321(i), the bidder must also add value by actually performing, controlling, managing, and supervising the services provided, or for supplies, the bidder must have sold supplies of the general nature solicited to other state agencies, other government, or the general public.

SEC. 4.08 PREFERENCE QUALIFICATION LETTER

Regarding the Employment Program Preference and the Alaskans with Disabilities Preference, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation in the Department of Labor and Workforce Development maintains lists companies who qualify for those preferences. As evidence of a company’s right to the preferences, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation will issue a certification letter. To take advantage of the preferences, a bidder must be on the appropriate Division of Vocational Rehabilitation list at the time the bid is opened and must attach a copy of their certification letter to their bid. The bidder's failure to provide this certification letter with their bid will cause the state to disallow the preference.

SEC. 4.09 EXTENSION OF PRICES

In case of error in the extension of prices in the bid, the unit prices will govern; in a lot bid, the lot prices will govern.

SEC. 4.10 METHOD OF AWARD

Award will be made by lot to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. There are Seven (7) lots. To be considered responsive for a lot, bidders must bid on all items within that lot.

SEC. 4.11 NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD

After the responses to this ITB have been opened and evaluated, a tabulation of the bids will be prepared. This tabulation, called a Notice of Intent to Award, serves two purposes. It lists the name of each company or person that offered a bid and the price they bid. It also provides notice of the state's intent to award a contract(s) to the bidder(s) indicated. A copy of the Notice of Intent will be sent to each company or person who responded to the ITB. Bidders identified as the apparent low responsive bidders are instructed not to proceed until a Purchase Order, Contract Award, Lease, or some other form of written notice is given by the procurement officer. A company or person who proceeds prior to receiving a Purchase Order, Contract Award, Lease, or some other form of written notice from the procurement officer does so without a contract and at their own risk.

SECTION 5. GENERAL PROCESS AND LEGAL INFORMATION

SEC. 5.01 ALASKA BUSINESS LICENSE AND OTHER REQUIRED LICENSES

Prior to the award of a contract, a bidder must hold a valid Alaska business license. However, to receive the Alaska Bidder Preference and other related preferences, such as the Alaska Veteran Preference and Alaskans with Disabilities Preference, a bidder must hold a valid Alaska business license prior to the deadline for receipt of bids.

Bidders should contact the Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development, Division of Corporations, Business, and Professional Licensing, PO Box 110806, Juneau, Alaska 99811-0806, for information on these licenses. Acceptable evidence that the bidder possesses a valid Alaska business license may consist of any one of the following:

• copy of an Alaska business license,

• certification on the bid that the bidder has a valid Alaska business license and has included the license number in the bid,

• a canceled check for the Alaska business license fee,

• a copy of the Alaska business license application with a receipt stamp from the state's occupational licensing office, or

• a sworn and notarized statement that the bidder has applied and paid for the Alaska business license.

You are not required to hold a valid Alaska business license at the time bids are opened if you possess one of the following licenses and are offering services or supplies under that specific line of business:

• fisheries business licenses issued by Alaska Department of Revenue or Alaska Department of Fish and Game,

• liquor licenses issued by Alaska Department of Revenue for alcohol sales only,

• insurance licenses issued by Alaska Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development, Division of Insurance, or

• Mining licenses issued by Alaska Department of Revenue.

Prior the deadline for receipt of bids, all bidders must hold any other necessary applicable professional licenses required by Alaska Statute.

SEC. 5.02 AUTHORITY

This ITB is written in accordance with AS 36.30 and 2 AAC 12.

SEC. 5.03 COMPLIANCE

In the performance of a contract that results from this ITB, the contractor must comply with all applicable federal, state, and borough regulations, codes, and laws; be liable for all required insurance, licenses, permits and bonds;

and pay all applicable federal, state, and borough taxes.

SEC. 5.04 SUITABLE…