Northwest Arctic Borough Procurement of Solar PV Modules RFP FY26-04 - Ambler, Kiana, and Noorvik
Borough of Northwest ArcticCity · Kotzebue, AK- Due
- Apr 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ingemar Mathiasson
- (231) 709-3614
The 30-second brief
The Northwest Arctic Borough (NAB) is procuring a minimum of 1,680 kW of solar PV modules and shipping containers for community scale photovoltaic (PV) projects in Ambler (560 kW), Kiana (530 kW), and Noorvik (590 kW), Alaska. The scope includes procurement of bifacial, monocrystalline solar modules, containerizing the modules on a per-community basis with photo verification, and delivery of modules to the AML Seattle barge terminal located at 6110 W Marginal Way, Seattle, WA 98106. Panels must meet Build America Buy America Act (BABA) compliance, Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) compliance, 50% Domestic Content compliance, mechanical load ratings of 5400Pa front/2400Pa back or greater, UL 61215/61730 and IEC standards. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM AKDT on Monday, April 20, 2026, submitted electronically to [email protected]. Evaluation criteria include Budget (80 points) and Timeline (20 points) based on containerization completed at AML Seattle Terminal by July 19.
Procurement of minimum 1, 680 kW solar PV modules, Procurement of containers, Containerizing the modules by village with site photos, Shipping modules to AML Seattle Terminal
Budget (80 points), Timeline (20 points)
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Summary
The Northwest Arctic Borough (NAB) is procuring a minimum of 1,680 kW of solar PV modules and shipping containers for community scale photovoltaic (PV) projects in Ambler (560 kW), Kiana (530 kW), and Noorvik (590 kW), Alaska.
The scope includes procurement of bifacial, monocrystalline solar modules, containerizing the modules on a per-community basis with photo verification, and delivery of modules to the AML Seattle barge terminal located at 6110 W Marginal Way, Seattle, WA 98106. Panels must meet Build America Buy America Act (BABA) compliance, Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) compliance, 50% Domestic Content compliance, mechanical load ratings of 5400Pa front/2400Pa back or greater, UL 61215/61730 and IEC standards. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM AKDT on Monday, April 20, 2026, submitted electronically to [email protected]. Evaluation criteria include Budget (80 points) and Timeline (20 points) based on containerization completed at AML Seattle Terminal by July 19.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Budget (80 points), Timeline (20 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Procurement of minimum 1
- 680 kW solar PV modules
- Procurement of containers
- Containerizing the modules by village with site photos
- Shipping modules to AML Seattle Terminal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Material Assistance Cost Ratio Certificate
- FEOC Supplier Certification Letter
- Domestic Content Certificate
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Ambler, Kiana, and Noorvik, Alaska
- 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 April 20, 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 (231) 709-3614. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Procurement of minimum 1, 680 kW solar PV modules, Procurement of containers, Containerizing the modules by village with site photos, Shipping modules to AML Seattle Terminal. 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: "Budget (80 points), Timeline (20 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.
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: Material Assistance Cost Ratio Certificate, FEOC Supplier Certification Letter, Domestic Content Certificate. 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: Ambler, Kiana, and Noorvik, Alaska. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.