RFP # 2526S014 Culinary Training For Vessel Crew
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- RFP # 2526S014 Culinary Training For Vessel Crew
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- Alaska
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Opportunity details come from aws.state.ak.us. Updated .
About this opportunity
The State of Alaska's Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) is seeking a professional services provider to deliver a comprehensive culinary training program for the Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) vessel crew through RFP # 2526S014. The procurement focuses on providing in-person culinary training primarily at the AMHS hotel/training vessel in Ketchikan, Alaska, with sessions conducted monthly and aligned with crew changes and new hire orientations. Two distinct training tracks will be offered: one for new hires targeting line or prep cook certification, and another for experienced crew targeting cook certification. The successful contractor must have a minimum of five years of experience providing culinary art programs with accreditation from the American Culinary Federation or an equivalent national recognition. Key deliverables include developing customized training materials, assessment tools, certification processes, and progress reporting. The evaluation criteria will comprehensively assess experience and qualifications (125 points), project understanding (125 points), methodology (125 points), management plan (125 points), and cost proposal (400 points), with an additional 100 points available for Alaska Offeror Preference. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM Alaska Standard Time on November 3, 2025, with the contract period anticipated from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027, and potential for four optional one-year renewals.
The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though the Alaska Offeror Preference suggests potential state-specific considerations for local vendors. The contract has a budget ceiling of $1,000,000, with proposals exceeding this amount considered non-responsive, and will be awarded on a fixed-price basis with monthly payments contingent upon approved invoices and progress reports. The state will provide lodging and meals for the contractor during training periods, which helps mitigate some contractor expenses. The procurement is specifically targeting the Ketchikan Gateway Borough jurisdiction and aims to enhance the culinary capabilities of AMHS vessel crew members through structured, professional training programs. No incumbent vendors are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, and the solicitation appears to be seeking a new service provider to establish a comprehensive culinary training framework for the marine highway system. The contract structure allows for potential long-term engagement through the four optional renewal periods, providing stability and continuity for the selected contractor.
Opportunity text
The Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT & PF) is requesting proposals to result in a single contract award for a professional services provider with experience delivering high quality culinary training programs, both for entry level stewards and existing galley crew. This in-person culinary training will be delivered onboard Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) vessels, mainly at the AMHS hotel/training vessel located in Ketchikan, Alaska, as well as vessels on the run, on a monthly schedule, coinciding with new hire orientations and crew changes when possible. The training will focus on kitchen basics, cooking skills, plating, portioning, cost control, and waste prevention. There will be two versions: one for new and recent hires, who will receive a culinary training certificate at the level of a line or prep cook, and another for crew members with existing cooking experience, who will receive a cook certificate. These certificates will align with the existing cooking position levels. The Contractors shall be selected by points earned per the evaluation criteria of this RFP. Proposals must be received no later than 2:00 PM prevailing Alaska Time on November 3, 2025. Emailed, 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 bid documents are also available upon request from the Procurement Officer. Chris Hunt, Procurement Specialist 5 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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| File | Type | Posted |
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| RFP 2526S014 AMHS Culinary Training Program.pdf |
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