Bering Strait School District - Shishmaref School Utility Heat Trace Isolation Project
Bering Strait School DistrictSchool · Unalakleet, AK- Due
- Aug 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Matthew Wirth
- (907) 624-4225
The 30-second brief
Bering Strait School District seeks qualified journeyman plumbing contractors for the Shishmaref School Utility Heat Trace Isolation Project in Shishmaref, Alaska. The scope includes repairing and replacing the lift station adjacent to the school gymnasium, locating, diagnosing, and repairing the utility heat trace loop between the school and community water plant, and furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision. The project requires HDPE Glycol lines, closed-loop systems, plate heat exchangers, manifold installation, pump curves, and system testing. Contractors must possess appropriate Alaska licensing and demonstrate experience in remote Alaska communities. Submission deadline is 10:00 AM on August 24, 2026, with final completion by September 18, 2026. Required submissions include Alaska Business License, lump sum bid amount, and detailed project schedule.
Bill of Materials, Data Sheets, Project Specifications, O&M Data, Instructions, Testing Procedures, Engineering Approval, Wiring Diagrams, Shop Drawings
Price, experience, approach, references
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Summary
Bering Strait School District seeks qualified journeyman plumbing contractors for the Shishmaref School Utility Heat Trace Isolation Project in Shishmaref, Alaska.
The scope includes repairing and replacing the lift station adjacent to the school gymnasium, locating, diagnosing, and repairing the utility heat trace loop between the school and community water plant, and furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision. The project requires HDPE Glycol lines, closed-loop systems, plate heat exchangers, manifold installation, pump curves, and system testing. Contractors must possess appropriate Alaska licensing and demonstrate experience in remote Alaska communities. Submission deadline is 10:00 AM on August 24, 2026, with final completion by September 18, 2026. Required submissions include Alaska Business License, lump sum bid amount, and detailed project schedule.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price
- Experience
- Approach
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Bill of Materials
- Data Sheets
- Project Specifications
- O&M Data
- Instructions
- Testing Procedures
- Engineering Approval
- Wiring Diagrams
- Shop Drawings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Alaska Business License
- Bid Amount
- Project Schedule
- Submit to
- [email protected] & [email protected]
- Scope location
- Shishmaref, AK
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bering Strait School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] & [email protected]. For questions, contact Matthew Wirth.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bering Strait School District in AK, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Matthew Wirth at (907) 624-4225. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bill of Materials, Data Sheets, Project Specifications, O&M Data, Instructions, Testing Procedures, Engineering Approval, Wiring Diagrams, Shop Drawings. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price, experience, approach, references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bering Strait School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Bering Strait School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Bering Strait School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Alaska Business License, Bid Amount, Project Schedule. Review the full document from Bering Strait School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Shishmaref, AK. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.