This Request for Proposal (RFP) from Cook Inlet Housing Authority (CIHA) is for snow removal services. Proposals are due by June 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM AKST. A property walkthrough is encouraged by May 21, 2026. Questions are due by June 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM AKST via email. The contract term is an initial two-year period with options for three additional one-year terms. Services include snow plowing, sanding, and walkway snow removal. Contractors must be prepared to respond onsite within six hours for requested service and three hours for emergency requests. Invoicing is required within thirty days of the end of the monthly billing period. The RFP includes provisions for Indian preference and preferences for small, minority, and women-owned businesses. Indemnity and insurance requirements are detailed, including specific minimum limits for workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and commercial automobile liability. A protest period of ten calendar days following the notice of intent to award is specified. CIHA reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to award more than one contract.
The bid notice states that proposals must be received no later than June 10, 2026, 2:00 PM AKST via email, mail, or hand delivery.
Invoices are to include the contract control number, dates, and a list of exact services performed, within thirty 30 days from the end of the monthly billing period.
The proposal that accrues the highest point total shall be recommended for award subject to the best interests of CIHA.
Proposals must include a statement of qualifications and experience to perform the snow removal services described in the scope of services.
If the contractor fails to clear required areas, CIHA may deduct the actual costs incurred from the contractor's invoice. Repeated failure to meet service standards may result in contract cancellation or termination.
Offerors are strongly encouraged to visit each property by themselves, and these walkthroughs need to be completed by May 21, 2026.
An offeror who wishes to appeal a notice of intent to award must file a written protest within ten 10 calendar days following the date this notice is issued.
Failure of the offeror to provide any information requested in the RFP may result in disqualification of the proposal.