RFP 2026-623 DESIGN SERVICES BAXTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CEILING SYSTEM UPGRADES

The Anchorage School District is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide professional design services for ceiling system upgrades at Baxter Elementary School. The estimated contract value is between $150,000 and $200,000. Here are the key points from the Request for Proposal (RFP) document: 1. **Proposal Submission**: Proposals must be submitted in a sealed package, clearly marked with the RFP number and due date, to the Anchorage School District Purchasing Department by August 4, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time. 2. **Pre-Proposal Site Visit and Conference**: A pre-proposal site visit will be held on July 21, 2026, at Baxter Elementary School, and a pre-proposal conference will be held on July 22, 2026, at the Anchorage School District Purchasing Department. 3. **Proposal Requirements**: Proposals must include one original and five copies, and must be manually signed. Electronic submissions are not acceptable. 4. **Evaluation Criteria**: The selection for award will be based on the evaluation criteria specified in the RFP, which includes the offeror's experience, qualifications, and proposed approach to the project. 5. **Contract Award**: The District may award a contract on the basis of initial proposals received, without discussions. The successful offeror will be required to execute a written contract in the form included as part of the RFP. 6. **Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Participation**: The RFP has federal grant requirements, including DBE participation requirements, which must be completed by the proposal submission date. 7. **Addenda and Questions**: Any addenda issued will be made available to all prospective offerors, and questions must be submitted in writing to the District's Purchasing Department at least seven days prior to the proposal submission date. 8. **Alaska Business License**: Offerors must hold a valid Alaska business license and any necessary applicable professional licenses required by Alaska Statute as a condition of award. 9. **Firm Offer**: Proposals must be firm for a period of 90 calendar days from the date specified for submission of proposals. 10. **Withdrawal of Proposals**: Proposals may be withdrawn on written request prior to the time specified for submission, but not after that time without the District's approval. 11. **Rejection of Proposals**: The District reserves the right to reject any proposal that does not comply with all material and substantial terms, conditions, and performance requirements of the RFP.