For Sale

FOR SALE

300 Gallon Plastic Water Tanks in stock. Call Shorty at Shorty’s Shop for pricing. 543-3158 or 545-3157 (19)(9/18-cnx)

For Sale: Plastic Water Tanks

Only 31” wide, 70” high, 74” long. 500 Gallons, easily connect two for 1000 gallons! Fits through most doors for easy installation. Contact Shorty for pricing and information (907) 545-3157. (35)(6/21-cnx)

4 Acres Fishcamp Land for Sale, $10,000. 1-907-545-0103. (8)(5/19-cnx)

HOLITNA PARCELS RIVERFRONT AND SOUTH HILLSIDE 907-277-4608 (7)(11/1-cnx)

Knitted Yarn Socks for Father’s Day and Graduation. Men’s women’s children’s and infant sizes. Handmade for warmth and comfort. Expert fast knitter with over 50 years experience. Mom learned to knit from Miss Etta Jones, their first BIA teacher in the 1930s. Call or text (907) 588-2005 for more info. (50)(1/22-cnx)

CASH SALE

Native Village of Kwinhagak, in behalf of the Native owner, is offering the following tract of land for sale by sealed bid:

Parcel C: lot 3, U.S. Survey No. 9761, Alaska, situated on an island in the Kanektok River approximately 8 miles northeasterly of the city of Quinhagak, Alaska. Containing 39.98 acres, as shown on the plat of survey officially filed on August 13, 1990.

For more information on property, bid procedures, and terms of sale:

Phone (907) 556-8165 or (907) 556-8171extension 207 or write:

Native Village of Kwinhagak – Realty Department

PO BOX 149 

Quinhagak, AK 99655

Title to land sold as a result of this advertisement will be conveyed in fee simple status by approved deed.

Bid opening – All bids must be received at Native Village of Kwinhagak- Realty Department, P.O. BOX 149, Quinhagak, AK 99655 (139)(5/7-8/27)

For Rent

OUTSIDE STORAGE SPACE FOR RENT. EQUIPMENT, BOATS OR VEHICLES. NEAR BOAT HARBOR. FENCED IN AREA. 543-2402. (16)(3/17-cnx)

Employment

Looking to Hire 2 Carpenters

Pay Rate D.O.E. Summer and Fall Season. Send your resume to [email protected]. More info to call listed phone number below.

Joe Pete/ Apollo Home Solutions, LLC, 907-545-6762 (32)(7/21-cnx)

The Native Village of Goodnews Bay is seeking applicants interested in applying for TPO positions.

*Starting Pay: $25.00/hr.

NVGB will provide airfare and a place to stay.

Interested? Contact Tribal Administrator at 907-967-8929. (33)(10/16-cnx)

Request for Proposals

AVCP Regional Housing Authority

411 Ptarmigan Rd. PO Box 767 Bethel, Alaska 99559

PUBLIC NOTICE OF UPCOMING SOLICITATION

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)

Term Contract indefinite quantity renewable – 3 years

2025 Site Civil Engineering, Surveying and Professional Design Services

On, or about June 3, 2025, The Association of Village Council Presidents Regional Housing Authority (AVCP RHA), Bethel, Alaska invites qualified Professional Design Firms to submit a proposal to perform Site Civil, Surveying and Design work for projects throughout the YK Delta as detailed in our bid packet. Interested firm may submit interest by: fax, with your letterhead, name of contact person & organization details, C/O Jeff Evon (907) 543-4461; or email [email protected] with your contact information.

The work to be performed under this contract is on a project subject to Section 7(b)

Of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450e(b)).

Section 7(b) requires that, to the greatest extent feasible:

(A) Preferences and opportunities for training and employment shall be given to

Indians; and

(B) Preferences in the award of contracts and subcontracts shall be given to Indian

Organizations and Indian-owned economic enterprises. (184)(5/14-28)

Request for Proposals

Professional Construction Services

Bethel Family Clinic

430 Main Street, Bethel, AK 99559-Medical and Behavioral Health Facility 

Primary Purpose: Repair Fuel Tank Pad:

In May 2024 low-lying areas in Bethel, Alaska experienced flooding due to the Kuskokwim River breakup. Bethel Family Clinic’s Medical and Behavioral Health facility, located at 430 Main Street, experienced flood impacts, specifically parking lot washout which has caused our primary fuel tank to sink throughout the Spring 2024 Kuskokwim River Breakup. Spring 2024 flooding has created a sink hole that continues to sink into the ground. The Fuel tank support area will need to be repaired and levelled. The existing tank will need to be removed, pad/fill under fuel tank will need rebuilt and reinforced to prevent sinking from occurring in future. Fuel Tank plumbing needs disconnected, due to bending/flexing from fuel tank sinking, and re-plumbed properly.

1.2 Project Description

The goals for this project are:

•Disconnect and Remove current Fuel Tank 

•Remove concrete pad under fuel tank 

•Rebuild/fill ground that fuel tank is currently sitting on

•Install new concrete pad

•Re-plumb fuel tank so there is no flex or bend

•Clean inside of fuel tank 

•Reinstall fuel tank at current spot after completing prior steps 

1.3 The Project Site

•Building Address: 430 Main Street, Bethel, Alaska, 99559.

•Date of Original Construction: Original structure 2018.

1.5 Overall Project Schedule

For the overall project schedule, BFC desires to start construction in late-Spring/early Summer of 2025 and conclude this project Summer 2025.

1.6 Project Approach

It is the intention of Bethel Family Clinic to utilize a General Contractor to complete this project. BFC’s goal is to identify and contract the GC Contractor Spring/early Summer of 2025.

1.7 Project Management

This project will be managed by Bethel Family Clinic.

2. Selection Process

Proposals received in response to this RFP will be reviewed by the Project Selection Committee and the top ranked respondents will be short listed. The Committee may, at its discretion, decide to interview the short-listed organizations. Interviews will be conducted via at Bethel Family Clinic or via Zoom. The Committee will recommend the most highly qualified firm to the Bethel Family Clinic for final approval.

The selection process will comply with BFC procurement rules to ensure a fair and open competition. The selection will be made on the basis of professional qualifications and preliminary price. The Selection Committee will be composed of representatives of Bethel Family Clinic.

3. Scope of Work

It is the intent of BFC to issue RFP, secure a GC contractor, and complete this project immediately after the ground thaws in Bethel, Alaska. 

Bethel Family Clinic desires to limit downtime/closure of Medical and Behavioral Health Facility. Operational hours include Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. 

4. Selection Criteria

The following criteria will be the basis of evaluation. Each criterion is followed by its relative weight:

A. Specialized experience and technical competence of key personnel with similar projects including off the road system projects similar to Bethel, AK. (20)

B. Availability of resources to complete the project in a timely and responsive fashion. (20)

C. Past performance on projects in terms of quality, cost control, and schedule. (10)

D. Project approach and ability to manage the project successfully and participation in alternative project delivery type projects. (10)

E. Preliminary Cost Estimate (30)

F. Contractor warrants to owner that all construction and related services shall be performed in good and workmanlike manner, by workers who are appropriately trained and experienced in the work being performed. (10) 

5. Selection Schedule

The following is the anticipated schedule for the contractor selection process. All dates are approximate and contingent upon the completion of previous activities.

Design RFP Issued May 8th 2025

Design RFP Responses Due May 28th 2025

RFP Review May 28th-May 30th 2025

Optional Interviews (via Teams or Zoom) TBD

BFC Board Approval by June 2nd 2025

Notice of Award June 4th 2025 

6. Proposal Content and Format

Proposals should respond directly to the evaluation criteria for this project. Additional material (other than that requested below) is not required or desired. Clarity and brevity are encouraged. Limit submittals as follows:

Cover Letter 2 pages maximum

Response to Criteria 4 pages maximum

Resumes 2 pages maximum each

One page is defined as one side of a standard 8 ½ ” by 11” sheet of paper. Submittals shall be presented in 8 ½ ” by 11” format.

The following addresses the specific content expected for each section.

6.1 Cover Letter

Briefly state your team’s understanding of the services to be performed and why your team is the best qualified to provide them. Describe the team make up and organizational relationships. Provide the name and contact information of the individual who is authorized to make representations and commitments for your organization.

6.2 Response to Criteria

A. Specialized experience and technical competence of the firm, consultants, and key personnel with similar projects including off the road system projects similar to Bethel, AK. (20)

Provide a summary of recent projects and project delivery for similar projects, preferably involving similar work. Provide relevant project examples. For each project include information on the individual’s role on the project, the scope and size of the project, examples of how the design responded to any special requirements, and a name and contact information for the Owner or Owner’s representative.

B. Availability of resources to complete the project in a timely and responsive fashion. (10)

Provide information on the resources available to your team which indicate your capability to complete this project in a timely manner. Indicate location of offices, current staffing and available technology. Identify current projects now underway, staff commitments to the project, and schedule for completion. Specifically address availability of key personnel to this project. Explain how continuity of staff assignments will be maintained.

C. Past performance on projects in terms of quality, cost control, and schedule. (10)

Using the projects listed under “A” and “B” above, discuss the firm’s performance in terms of staying within the available project budget and staying on schedule. Indicate any awards received or other evidence of quality. Identify any law suits your firm has been involved in. Include references with contact information of project owners for at least five projects.

D. Project approach and ability to manage the project successfully. (10)

Provide a work plan demonstrating your approach to this project. The following should be addressed:

Discuss your approach to tank removal, upgrades and replacement to include a plan to minimize disruption to parking and clinic operations during the project.

If you have a recommended cost-effective approach to remedy our problem, tell us about it. 

E. Preliminary Cost Estimate (40)

Provide a preliminary cost estimate that encompasses the described scope of work including any necessary (or required) design/engineering, permit fees, or cost-effective approach described above in D. Include your proposed markups.

6.3 Resumes

Provide resumes for key personnel who will be assigned to this project. Include references with contact information for the two most recent relevant projects for each key individual.

7. Submittals

To be considered, all Proposals must be delivered electronically to the contact below, on or before the deadline, and in the number of copies required.

7.1 Deadline

All Proposals must be received no later than 1:00 PM Alaska Time on May 28th 2025.

7.2 Delivery Instructions

Via e-mail:

Shadi Rabi

Operations Director

Bethel Family Clinic 

E-mail: [email protected]

A receipt confirmation e-mail will be returned.

8. Additional Information

Questions regarding the project or this RFP should be submitted via e-mail to the contact below. Substantive issues will be addressed in a written addendum to the RFP.

Address questions to:

Shadi Rabi

Operations Director

Bethel Family Clinic 

E-mail: [email protected] 

907-545-5127

9. Other

a. Any costs incurred in responding to this RFP are at the Proposer’s sole risk and will not be reimbursed by BFC. This RFP does not in any way commit BFC to reimburse recipients of this RFP for any of the costs of preparing and submitting a proposal for these services. Furthermore, this RFP does not obligate BFC to accept or contract for any services expressed or implied.

b. BFC reserves the right to: (1) Modify or otherwise alter any or all of the requirements in this RFP. In the event of any modifications, all Proposers will be given an equal opportunity to modify their proposals in the specific areas that are requested; (2) Reject any proposal not adhering to any and all requirements set forth in this RFP; (3) Reject any or all proposals received; and (4) Terminate this RFP at any time, without reason. 

c. BFC reserves the right to waive any formalities in the selection process, and to make any selection based on any factors deemed to be in its own best interest. BFC reserves the right to reject any and/or all proposals which it deems to not be in its best interests and to proceed with the next highest ranked Proposer or to utilize an entirely different procurement process.

d. All proposals and other materials become the property of BFC. BFC may require, seek, and utilize all information it deems appropriate to assess the qualifications of individual Proposers. Unless otherwise clearly specified by Proposer, information in proposals submitted in response to this RFP shall be considered public information and may, at BFC’s discretion, be released to the public at the conclusion of the evaluation, selection, and contract award process. Detailed costs and price information provided will be held in confidence. Any other information related to pricing or capacity that Proposers consider confidential or proprietary and wish to remain unavailable for public disclosure should be clearly identified. 

e. Any media announcements pertaining to this RFP or Program require BFC’s prior written approval.

f. The issuance of this RFP, the submission of a response by any Proposer, and the acceptance of such response do not obligate BFC in any manner.

g. This RFP does not obligate BFC or the selected Proposer until a contract is fully executed. The Contract will be fully executed when it is signed by an authorized representative of both parties. BFC shall not be responsible for work done, even in good faith, prior to execution of the Contract. If there is any conflict between the Contract and the proposal, the Contract shall control. (1701)(5/14-28)

Public Notice

VFW MEMBERSHIP Freedom isn’t free, and millions of Americans have paid the price for the freedom we enjoy today. Since 1899, the Veterans of Foreign Wars has served those who served America. From writing veterans legislation and then leading the fight to get it through Congress, to community projects that benefit all Americans, the VFW is an opportunity for veterans to continue to serve. Contact the VFW Robert V. Lindsey Post #10041 at 543-2241 and ask what you can do for your community. (83)(3/26-cnx)