Invitation to Bid (ITB) 2026-12-001 BETHEL RURAL TROOPER HOUSING LONG TERM LEASE

The State of Alaska's Department of Public Safety is seeking a long-term lease for rural trooper housing in the Bethel area, specifically requesting 20 residential units and 1 common house. This Invitation to Bid (ITB #2026-12-001) requires each housing unit to be at least 1,400 square feet, with three bedrooms, modern amenities, and major appliances, including adequate parking for two vehicles and a recreation vehicle space. The procurement covers a contract period from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2036, with options to renew for two additional five-year terms. Bids must be submitted electronically by September 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Alaska Time, with all questions directed to Procurement Officer Olivia Jewell via email or phone. Evaluation criteria include meeting specific building codes, safety standards, and maintenance requirements, with bids between $3,000 and $4,000 per unit per month, and any proposals exceeding $4,100 per unit per month considered non-responsive.

Bidders must own the proposed properties and hold a valid Alaska business license, with potential preferences applied for Alaska bidders, veterans, military skills program participants, and businesses employing individuals with disabilities. The solicitation includes provisions for Alaska Bidder Preference Certification, requiring businesses to demonstrate residency and operational criteria specific to the state. The contract type is firm fixed-price, with potential Consumer Price Index adjustments after December 31, 2026, and the state reserves the right to cancel the contract with 60 days' notice, contingent upon legislative appropriation. Bidders must complete a comprehensive bid schedule and submit all required documentation, including the Alaska Bidder Preference Certification Form. The estimated total budget for the project ranges from $720,000 to $960,000 annually, covering lease costs for all 20 residential units and the common house, with the potential for a total contract value approaching $19.2 million over the maximum 20-year period, including potential renewal terms.