This is a public tender notice from the Anchorage School District for wastewater improvements at Chugiak Elementary School. The project involves replacing the existing septic system with a new system including a septic tank, discharge pumps, absorption fields, and associated equipment. The estimated construction cost is between $500,000 and $1,000,000. Key dates include an onsite prebid conference on April 16, 2026, a prebid conference on April 17, 2026, and a bid opening on May 1, 2026. Bidders are required to submit a bid bond of 5% and will need to provide performance and payment bonds. The notice also details requirements for apprenticeship utilization, including a utilization affidavit and potential penalties for noncompliance. Contractors must adhere to strict quality control measures, including a quality control plan, inspections, and testing. Site access and work during school hours will be restricted, requiring coordination with school operations and potentially after-hours work. The contract documents also outline detailed procedures for submittals, project scheduling, and closeout, including specific forms and documentation requirements.
The bid opening is scheduled for May 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time. Bids received after this time will not be considered.
The input does not explicitly state the payment terms. However, it mentions that the owner will make payment within thirty 30 calendar days after an application for payment has been approved.
The input mentions that the contractor warrants to the owner and the architect that all materials and equipment furnished will be new unless otherwise specified, and that all work will be of good quality, free from faults and defects and in conformance with the contract documents. This warranty is not limited by other provisions and survives final acceptance.
The owner intends to award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
The owner reserves the right to request bidders to complete a qualification form and/or a current financial statement. Qualifications include previous contracts of a similar nature, staff, plan, and equipment availability, and current project obligations.
The input mentions penalties for noncompliance with the apprenticeship utilization program, with penalties deducted from the prime contractor's invoice for consecutive noncompliance audits. It also mentions a potential finding of non-responsibility for future bidding if noncompliance continues.
An onsite visit will be held on April 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time at Chugiak Elementary School.
The input mentions that samples may be submitted as part of the bidding process, particularly for materials and equipment, and that shop drawings, product data, and samples are required for review.
Protests regarding the solicitation must be received by the purchasing senior director at least five 5 calendar days prior to the due date of the bid. Protests of a proposed award must be received within ten 10 calendar days after issuance of the notice of intent to award.
The estimated construction cost is between $500,000 and $1,000,000.
