This is an invitation to bid for the Baxter Family Housing Phase II Footings Foundations project. The scope of work includes all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals necessary for footings and foundations. Bids are due by April 10, 2026, with a public bid opening on the same day via teleconference. Preference will be given to minority and women-owned and Section 3 businesses. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026, with phased completion by September 30, 2027. Contractors must submit a bid bond, performance bond, and payment bond. Insurance requirements are detailed in the indemnity and insurance requirements section. Section 3 requirements mandate providing opportunities for low-income residents and businesses. MBE/WBE requirements encourage participation from minority and women-owned businesses. Davis-Bacon wages apply. Payment terms are outlined in AIA Document **** must submit a complete bid package, including licenses and certifications. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
The bid due date is April 10, 2026, at 2:00 p. m. The bid packet will be available starting March 20, 2026. The anticipated start date for the work is approximately August 1, 2026, with phased building completion dates extending to September 30, 2027.
Payment terms are detailed in AIA Document ****, and progress payments will be made based on estimates of work accomplished, with a 10% retainage until final acceptance of all work.
The contract includes a warranty for construction, which warrants that work performed conforms to contract requirements and is free of defects in equipment, material, or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of final acceptance, unless otherwise indicated.
Award of a total lump sum contract will be made to the lowest priced, responsive and responsible bidder consistent with the terms of this ITB.
Bidders must be responsible and responsive contractors and must submit a current State of Alaska business license, State of Alaska contractors license, and Municipality of Anchorage contractors license, along with other required documentation as listed in the bidders checklist.
The contract includes provisions for liquidated damages for delays in completion, and failure to comply with contract requirements may result in termination for default, debarment, or other remedies.
The bid documents do not explicitly state whether a site visit is mandatory or optional, but it is a common practice for bidders to investigate the site conditions.
The bid documents mention the submission of samples and certificates for materials and equipment as part of the product requirements and quality assurance process.
The last day for questions is March 26, 2026, at 2:00 p. m. via email. Substantive issues received by the deadline will be answered by addendum.
