Invitation to Bid (ITB) 2027-1200-0159 Household Goods Move

The State of Alaska Department of Public Safety is soliciting bids for Invitation to Bid 2027-1200-0159 to facilitate the move of household goods from Kotzebue to King Salmon, Alaska. The contractor is responsible for all packing, loading, and delivery costs, with packing scheduled to begin on January 4, 2027, and loading to be completed by January 8, 2027. Delivery at the final destination must occur between January 25 and January 29, 2027. The vendor must provide a heated warehouse with fire protection and pest control, ensuring all goods remain in a weather-protected environment at all times. A mandatory site visit at the origin location is required before packing begins. Bids must be submitted via email to [email hidden] by 1:30 p.m. Alaska Time on November 23, 2026, and must include the ITB number in the subject line. The state evaluates bids based on responsiveness and applies several preferences, including a 15% preference for Employment Programs, 10% for Alaskans with Disabilities, and 5% for Alaska Bidders and Veterans. Payment is based on certified weight tickets and is preferred via Electronic Funds Transfer. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance, including Workers' Compensation and Commercial General and Automobile Liability with minimum limits of $300,000 per occurrence.