RFP 2526H008 Whittier Tunnel Operations & Maintenance -Federally Funded
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- RFP 2526H008 Whittier Tunnel Operations & Maintenance -Federally Funded
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- Alaska
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The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 2526H008 for comprehensive maintenance and operations of the Anton Anderson Memorial (Whittier) Tunnel and associated infrastructure. The project encompasses maintaining the Whittier Tunnel, Portage Lake Tunnel, Tunnel Control Center, Bear Valley Staging Area, portal buildings, and related facilities. The contract will run from approximately September 16, 2025, through August 31, 2030, with two potential five-year renewal options. Proposing firms must demonstrate a minimum of 15 years of experience with at least three tunnel projects and understanding of the National Tunnel Inspection Program. The evaluation will utilize a 1000-point system, with 600 points allocated to technical qualifications and 400 points for cost. Key deliverables include tunnel operations, toll collection, firefighting services, emergency response, and maintaining complex tunnel systems. The proposal deadline is September 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM Alaska Standard Time, with a mandatory pre-proposal conference and site inspection scheduled for August 20, 2025.
The procurement emphasizes nondiscrimination, with the DOT&PF affirming that disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids without discrimination based on race, color, or national origin. The contract is federally funded through the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and requires compliance with federal provisions, including Buy America requirements and human trafficking regulations. Proposing organizations must possess a valid Alaska business license and provide a $100,000 bid guarantee and performance bond. While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly detailed, the RFP includes provisions for businesses with disabilities and ensures compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The contract is structured as a firm fixed-price agreement with potential annual price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index for Urban Alaska. Although a specific award value was not provided, the comprehensive nature of the contract and its five-year base term suggest a significant financial commitment to maintaining this critical transportation infrastructure.
Opportunity text
This Request for Proposal (RFP) is intended to result in a single contract award for a qualified firm to provide for the maintenance and operation of the Anton Anderson Memorial (Whittier) Tunnel (AAMT), the Portage Lake Tunnel, Tunnel Control Center and outbuildings, the Bear Valley Staging Area, Bear Valley Portal Building, the AAMT, Whittier Portal Building, and the Whittier Staging Area, providing efficient and effective service to the people of Alaska, while preserving the State of Alaska's investment for the future. Proposals must be received no later than 2:00 PM prevailing Alaska Standard Time on September 2, 2025 faxed or oral proposals will not be accepted. Copies of bid documents may be downloaded (Adobe Acrobat format) from this Online Public Notice website. If you download the solicitation, you must register with the Procurement Officer listed below to receive subsequent amendments. Failure to contact the Procurement Officer may result in the rejection of your offer. Copies of the solicitation documents are also available upon request from the Procurement Officer. Chris Hunt, Procurement Officer Voice: (907) 465-8448 Fax: (907) 465-3124 E-Mail: chris.hunt@alaska.gov NONDISCRIMINATION: The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 US.C §§ 2000d to 2000d4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. BIDDERS WITH DISABILITIES: 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 participate in this procurement should contact the Division of Supply & Services at one of the following numbers no later than ten (10) days prior to bid opening to make any necessary arrangements. https://dot.alaska.gov/tvi_statement.shtml
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