Northwest Arctic Borough - Design, Supply, and Delivery of Containerized Battery Energy Storage Systems - RFP FY27-01
Borough of Northwest ArcticCity · Kotzebue, AK- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Ingemar Mathiasson
- (907) 442-2500 ext 104
The 30-second brief
The Northwest Arctic Borough requests proposals for the design, supply, factory acceptance testing, delivery, mechanical completion certification, initial energization, site acceptance testing, integration support, and local operator training for containerized battery energy storage systems (BESS) for Noorvik, Kiana, and Ambler. Minimum rated capacities are Noorvik (0.75 MVA / 1.5 MWh), Kiana (0.75 MVA / 1.5 MWh), and Ambler (0.5 MVA / 1 Mwh). Proposals are due by 5:00 PM AKST on Thursday, November 19, 2026. The contract period of performance runs from December 4, 2026 through July 1, 2029. Questions are due by November 5, 2026. Evaluation criteria include technical approach (30 points), experience and qualifications (20 points), schedule and logistics (15 points), price (30 points), and references (5 points).
Design, Supply, Factory acceptance testing, Delivery, Certification of mechanical completion, Initial energization, Site acceptance testing, Integration support, Local operator training
Technical approach: 30 points, Experience and qualifications: 20 points, Schedule and logistics: 15 points, Price: 30 points, References: 5 points
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Summary
The Northwest Arctic Borough requests proposals for the design, supply, factory acceptance testing, delivery, mechanical completion certification, initial energization, site acceptance testing, integration support, and local operator training for containerized battery energy storage systems (BESS) for Noorvik, Kiana, and Ambler.
Minimum rated capacities are Noorvik (0.75 MVA / 1.5 MWh), Kiana (0.75 MVA / 1.5 MWh), and Ambler (0.5 MVA / 1 Mwh). Proposals are due by 5:00 PM AKST on Thursday, November 19, 2026. The contract period of performance runs from December 4, 2026 through July 1, 2029. Questions are due by November 5, 2026. Evaluation criteria include technical approach (30 points), experience and qualifications (20 points), schedule and logistics (15 points), price (30 points), and references (5 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Technical approach: 30 points
- Experience and qualifications: 20 points
- Schedule and logistics: 15 points
- Price: 30 points
- References: 5 points
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Design
- Supply
- Factory acceptance testing
- Delivery
- Certification of mechanical completion
- Initial energization
- Site acceptance testing
- Integration support
- Local operator training
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Cover letter
- Executive summary
- Exceptions and deviations
- Knowledge
- Experience
- Qualifications
- Proposed BESS
- Project schedule and logistics
- O&M manual outline and training plan
- Warranty
- Price
- BABA and ITC
- Conflict of interest statement
- Proof of insurance coverage
- References
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 31 months
- Scope location
- Noorvik, AK; Kiana, AK; Ambler, AK
- Reported agency
- Northwest Arctic Borough
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Borough of Northwest Arctic?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 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]. For questions, contact Ingemar Mathiasson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Borough of Northwest Arctic 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 Ingemar Mathiasson at (907) 442-2500 ext 104. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Design, Supply, Factory acceptance testing, Delivery, Certification of mechanical completion, Initial energization, Site acceptance testing, Integration support, Local operator training. 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: "Technical approach: 30 points, Experience and qualifications: 20 points, Schedule and logistics: 15 points, Price: 30 points, References: 5 points" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Borough of Northwest Arctic?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 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: Cover letter, Executive summary, Exceptions and deviations, Knowledge, experience, and qualifications, Proposed BESS, Project schedule and logistics, O&M manual outline and training plan, Warranty, Pr. Review the full document from Borough of Northwest Arctic for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Noorvik, AK; Kiana, AK; Ambler, AK. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.