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This subcontract for Facility and Building Maintenance involves providing general upkeep and repair services for state-owned buildings on Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities airport projects. The selected contractor will work under prime contractors to execute routine maintenance and general repairs, ensuring that all facilities remain fully operational while adhering to general building codes and specific agency facility standards. Managed by the State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities under NAICS code 236220, the primary objective of the contract is the delivery of maintained and functional state buildings. The opportunity was posted on June 16, 2026, and focuses on the structural integrity and operational readiness of airport-related infrastructure.

General Info

Subcontract for general maintenance and repair of Alaska state airport buildings and facilities.

Agency

State of Alaska → Transportation and Public Facilities

NAICS

236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

Place of Performance

AK, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 26-25SC-1-001.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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IFQ: 26-25SC-1-001 Akhiok Airport Maintenance

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PostedJun 16

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AgencyState of Alaska → Transportation and Public Facilities

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Organization / AgencyState of Alaska → Transportation and Public Facilities

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Performs general upkeep and repair of state-owned buildings for prime contractors on Alaska DOT&PF airport projects. Executes routine maintenance of building structures and general repairs to ensure facilities remain operational. Adheres to general building codes and DOT&PF facility standards. Delivers maintained and functional state buildings.

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