ITB 2526C009 Bottled Water and Dispenser Rental - Central Region

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, Division of Program Management and Administration, is soliciting competitive bids for bottled water and water dispenser rental services across the Central Region. Specifically, the Invitation to Bid (ITB #2526C009) covers three geographic lots: Kenai Peninsula (8 locations), Anchorage District (6 locations), and Matsu District (1 location). The procurement seeks water bottle and hot/cold water dispenser rental services, with estimated yearly water bottle quantities ranging from 48 to 320 bottles per location. Bidders must provide guaranteed delivery within 48 hours of order receipt and specify acceptable brand/model water bottles and dispensers, with Oasis, Crystal Mountain, or state-approved equivalents acceptable. The bid is due by 2:00 PM Alaska Time on 9/9/2025, with bid evaluations completed on 9/10/2025, and the contract anticipated to be issued on 9/23/2025. The initial contract term will run from 10/1/2025 through 9/30/2026, with options to renew for four additional one-year terms at the state's discretion.

The procurement includes several significant preference provisions and compliance requirements for potential bidders. Qualifying Alaska businesses will receive a 5% Alaska Bidder Preference applied to the total bid price, with additional preferences available including Alaska Veteran Preference (5%, not to exceed $5,000) and Alaska Military Skills Program Preference (2%, not to exceed $5,000). Bidders must hold a current Alaska business license and comply with various regulatory requirements, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, Equal Employment Opportunity Act, and Federal Civil Rights Act. The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities will affirmatively ensure disadvantaged business enterprises are afforded full opportunity to submit bids without discrimination on grounds of race, color, or national origin. The contract is structured as a firm fixed-price arrangement, requiring bidders to specify unit prices for water bottles and monthly dispenser rentals. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the multi-location, multi-year contract structure suggests a potentially substantial procurement opportunity for qualified vendors.