ITB# 230006097-2, KCC Rockfall Mitigation

The Alaska Department of Corrections is soliciting sealed bids for ITB# 230006097-2, a rockfall mitigation project at the Ketchikan Correctional Center (KCC) located in Ketchikan, Alaska. The procurement requires a contractor to provide comprehensive labor, materials, equipment, and associated travel/lodging costs to perform specialized site improvements. Specific project objectives include scaling loose rocks, improving drainage from the rock face, and creating a new pedestrian walkway positioned further from the perimeter fence. A mandatory pre-bid site visit is scheduled for April 15, 2025, at 1:30 p.m., during which interested vendors must submit a "Clearance & PREA Form" 72 hours in advance to undergo a background check for facility access. Bid submissions are due by May 15, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. local time, with bid opening occurring at 802 3rd Street, Suite 224, in Douglas, Alaska. Potential bidders can obtain bid documents from the DOC Procurement Section, with primary contact Michael Lim available at (907) 465-6014 or michael.lim@alaska.gov.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or vendor restrictions based on the provided information. No incumbent vendors or specific budget ranges were detailed in the contract opportunity description. Vendors interested in participating must comply with security protocols, including completing comprehensive background checks and submitting required clearance documentation. The procurement appears open to qualified contractors capable of performing specialized rockfall mitigation and site improvement work. Accessibility accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities, who can contact the procurement section or use the TTD number (907) 465-3274 to request auxiliary aids or special modifications for bid submission. Notably, vendors who receive the solicitation from the State's "Online Public Notice" website must register with the listed Procurement Office to ensure receipt of subsequent amendments, with potential offer rejection if this step is not completed.