This is a public tender notice for the Tuluksak Power Plant Upgrade Project in Tuluksak, Alaska. The project involves the complete renovation of an existing power plant, including building renovation, installation of new owner-furnished generators, renovation of existing switchgear, and replacement/renovation of various mechanical and electrical systems. Bidders are invited to submit a single bid. Bids will be opened publicly on May 5, 2026. Key requirements include furnishing all labor, materials, supervision, equipment, tools, transportation, quality control, and supplies. The estimated project value is between $1,500,000 and $2,500,000. Bidders must comply with state licensing requirements and federal regulations, including Davis-Bacon Act wage rates. A bid guarantee of 5% of the bid amount is required. The Alaska Energy Authority encourages disadvantaged business enterprises (DBEs) to participate. Specific deadlines for questions are 72 hours before bid opening. The project manual includes detailed specifications for various components and systems, including generators, switchgear, piping, insulation, ventilation, and control systems.
All portions of the work shall be substantially completed by dates indicated in section 01 11 13 Summary of Work. Specifically, substantial completion is targeted for February 2, 2027, and final completion by March 2, 2027.
The bid notice does not explicitly detail payment terms beyond the requirement for a bid bond and the process for progress and final payments as outlined in the General Conditions, Article 13.
The contract documents mention a one-year correction period for defective work after substantial completion, and specific equipment warranties are detailed in various technical specification sections.
The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder.
Bidders are expected to examine contract requirements, visit the site, and may be requested to submit a statement of facts regarding previous experience, business and technical organization, financial resources, and plant available for performing the work. Additionally, bidders must have a valid Alaska business license and an Alaska contractors certificate of registration prior to award.
The contract documents mention liquidated damages for delayed completion, specified as **** per day for each calendar day elapsing between the time stipulated for completion and the actual date of completion, up to a maximum of $10,**** for 20 days.
A nonmandatory prebid meeting is scheduled for April 23, 2026, telephonically. There will not be a scheduled site visit prior to the bid opening.
The bid documents require the submission of samples as specified in the technical specifications, with procedures detailed in Section 01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples.
All questions relating to bidding procedures must be received 72 hours before the bid opening. Questions submitted after the deadline may be rejected.
The engineers estimate is between $1,500,000 and $2,500,000.
