CMaR: First Service Project - Venetie, AK

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Background The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) is a non-profit health organization established in 1997 to provide statewide Native health services. The organization aims to improve the health of Alaska Natives through various programs and initiatives. The Venetie First Service Water & Sewer Project, identified as Project #AN-24-SY1, is part of ANTHC's mission to enhance community health by improving essential infrastructure. This project involves the construction manager at risk (CMaR) approach, which emphasizes collaboration during the pre-construction phase with the design consultant, HDL Engineering. Work Details The CMaR contract encompasses pre-construction services, including collaboration with HDL Engineering to finalize project designs (specifications and plan sets) for all phases. The CMaR will review design submittals to enhance constructability and provide feedback for improved construction execution. Specific tasks include: - Development of project design specifications and plan sets. - Review and comment on design submittals. - Ensure overall constructability of the design. - Offer feedback for construction execution improvements. Period of Performance The contract period will commence upon award and is expected to continue through all phases of the project until completion, with specific timelines detailed in subsequent documents. Place of Performance The project will be executed in Venetie, Alaska, which is located within a remote area requiring consideration for local labor utilization. Bidder Requirements Proposers must demonstrate qualifications through a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), including experience with similar projects involving piped water and sewer systems. Preference will be given to Alaska Native/American Indian entities as part of the evaluation criteria. Proposers are required to submit a cost proposal separately and must comply with all local regulations regarding business operations in Alaska.