Northwest Arctic Borough Five Warm Storage Buildings Design - RFP FY27-02 (2026)
Borough of Northwest ArcticCity · Kotzebue, AK- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- John Bullock
- (907) 442-2500 ext 105
The 30-second brief
The Northwest Arctic Borough is requesting proposals from architectural and engineering firms to perform design and engineering services for five warm storage buildings in the communities of Selawik, Noatak, Deering, Kivalina, and Buckland, Alaska. The scope includes building design, geo-tech work, and QA/QC services. The buildings will house VPSO, Search and Rescue, and Fire equipment. Specifications call for 1,134 square feet structures (27'x42') featuring 100 lb/sq ft snow load roof, R-40 wall insulation, R-60 ceiling foam, 200-amp electrical service, heat exchangers, and 60,000 BTU heating. Geo-tech scope covers soil samples, frost elevations, and foundation systems. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. local time. Evaluation criteria emphasize architecture/engineering experience, service proposal and process, and cost.
Architecture/Engineering experience performing similar work (20 points), Service proposal and process (30 points), Cost (50 points)
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Summary
The Northwest Arctic Borough is requesting proposals from architectural and engineering firms to perform design and engineering services for five warm storage buildings in the communities of Selawik, Noatak, Deering, Kivalina, and Buckland, Alaska.
The scope includes building design, geo-tech work, and QA/QC services. The buildings will house VPSO, Search and Rescue, and Fire equipment. Specifications call for 1,134 square feet structures (27'x42') featuring 100 lb/sq ft snow load roof, R-40 wall insulation, R-60 ceiling foam, 200-amp electrical service, heat exchangers, and 60,000 BTU heating. Geo-tech scope covers soil samples, frost elevations, and foundation systems. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. local time. Evaluation criteria emphasize architecture/engineering experience, service proposal and process, and cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Proposal Submission Form
- Local Bidder Certificate
- Current and valid Alaska business license
- Professional and general liability insurance
- Workers' compensation insurance
- References
- Submit to
- P.O. Box 1110, Kotzebue, AK 99752 or email to [email protected]
- Scope location
- Selawik, Alaska; Noatak, Alaska; Deering, Alaska; Kivalina, Alaska; Buckland, Alaska
- Projected sq ft
- 1,134 sq ft
- 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 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: P.O. Box 1110, Kotzebue, AK 99752 or email to [email protected]. For questions, contact John Bullock.
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 John Bullock at (907) 442-2500 ext 105. 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: "Architecture/Engineering experience performing similar work (20 points), Service proposal and process (30 points), Cost (50 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?
All active and historical solicitations from Borough of Northwest Arctic are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Borough of Northwest Arctic regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Proposal Submission Form, Local Bidder Certificate, current and valid Alaska business license, professional and general liability insurance, workers' compensation insurance, references. 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: Selawik, Alaska; Noatak, Alaska; Deering, Alaska; Kivalina, Alaska; Buckland, Alaska. The total projected area is 1134 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
