City of Valdez - Valdez Glacier Campground Private Operation and Management RFP (2026)
City of ValdezCity · Valdez, AK- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Cole Beck And Lisa Anderson
- (907) 835-5478
The 30-second brief
The City of Valdez Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department is soliciting proposals for the private operation and management of the Valdez Glacier Campground, located approximately 5.5 miles from downtown Valdez, Alaska. The selected operator will provide all labor, supervision, materials, and services necessary for seasonal campground operations, maintenance, janitorial services, site supervision, resource protection, visitor services, and fee collection. The campground features 110 campsites (20 electric, 89 non-electric, 1 group site, plus host site), six outhouse buildings, a restroom and shower facility, an RV dump station, RV water hookup, informational kiosks, and day-use picnic areas. The initial contract term is two years with a potential three-year extension. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, with a question deadline of November 23, 2026. Requirements include a 5% bid security, financial capacity documentation, experience references, and an operations and maintenance plan.
Operations Plan (40 Points), Qualifications and Capacity (20 Points), Compensation to the City (20 Points), Responsiveness and Completeness (20 Points)
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Summary
The City of Valdez Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department is soliciting proposals for the private operation and management of the Valdez Glacier Campground, located approximately 5.5 miles from downtown Valdez, Alaska.
The selected operator will provide all labor, supervision, materials, and services necessary for seasonal campground operations, maintenance, janitorial services, site supervision, resource protection, visitor services, and fee collection. The campground features 110 campsites (20 electric, 89 non-electric, 1 group site, plus host site), six outhouse buildings, a restroom and shower facility, an RV dump station, RV water hookup, informational kiosks, and day-use picnic areas. The initial contract term is two years with a potential three-year extension. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, with a question deadline of November 23, 2026. Requirements include a 5% bid security, financial capacity documentation, experience references, and an operations and maintenance plan.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid security
- Financial capacity documentation
- Experience references
- Proposed operations and maintenance plan
- Proposed charges to the public
- Proposed optional services
- Conflict of interest statement
- Submit to
- City of Valdez, Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Services Department, 314 Clifton Drive, P.O. Box 307, Valdez, AK 99686 / Email: [email protected], [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Valdez, AK
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Valdez?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Valdez, Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Services Department, 314 Clifton Drive, P.O. Box 307, Valdez, AK 99686 / Email: [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Cole Beck And Lisa Anderson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Valdez 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 Cole Beck And Lisa Anderson at (907) 835-5478. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Operations Plan (40 Points), Qualifications and Capacity (20 Points), Compensation to the City (20 Points), Responsiveness and Completeness (20 Points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Valdez?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Valdez are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Valdez regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: bid security, financial capacity documentation, experience references, proposed operations and maintenance plan, proposed charges to the public, proposed optional services, conflict of interest statem. Review the full document from City of Valdez for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Valdez, AK. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.