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UAF IFB Fine Arts Salisbury Theater Code Corrections Phase 2

What is this notice about?

The University of Alaska is asking contractors to bid on a construction project at the Salisbury Theater in the Fine Arts Complex on the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) Troth Yeddha' Campus. The work includes tearing out both stage-level mezzanines (raised platform areas) and rebuilding them in a new layout, along with changes to heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, fire sprinkler and electrical systems. Bids are due electronically on the Bid Express website by 2:00 p.m. on November 24, 2026.

Why was this notice issued?

The University of Alaska is seeking competitive bids (an Invitation for Bids, or IFB) from contractors for the Fine Arts Salisbury Theater Code Corrections Phase 2 construction project. Funding for the project is available.

What action is being taken?

The University is accepting electronic bids to demolish both mezzanines on the stage level of the Salisbury Theater and rebuild the spaces in a new configuration, including changes to HVAC, plumbing, fire suppression and electrical systems. Four additive alternates (optional extra work to improve how the space works) may be added depending on available funding. Bids will be opened and read aloud after the deadline, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible "Alaska Bidder" after bidder's preferences and Alaska Products Preferences are applied. The University may reject any or all bids.

Who is involved: University of Alaska; University of Alaska Fairbanks Division of Design and Construction; construction contractors who bid on the project.

How can the public respond?

Respond by Tue, Nov 24, 2026 16 days from today.

“Tuesday, 2:00 p.m., November 24, 2026”

Ways to respond

What to include

Bids must be submitted electronically on the Bid Express website and must include bid security as described in the Instructions to Bidders. Reference Project No. D23106 FASC2, Bid No. 0472027. Bidders must register through the website to be notified of addenda and are responsible for checking the site for addenda or additional information. The University has a procedure for accepting alternate products or systems before bid opening; substitutions after award are limited (see Instructions to Bidders and General Conditions). Bid documents can be viewed and downloaded on Bid Express, or viewed by appointment only at the Division of Design and Construction, University of Alaska Fairbanks, 1850 Tanana Loop, Lola Tilly Building, Troth Yeddha' Campus, Fairbanks, Alaska. Parking at the pre-bid conference is limited; buy a day parking pass at a campus kiosk beforehand (www.uaf.edu/parking).

Contact

University of Alaska Fairbanks, Division of Design and Construction
1850 Tanana Loop, Lola Tilly Building, Troth Yeddha' Campus, Fairbanks, Alaska

Will there be public meetings?

  • Pre-bid conference: Wed, Nov 11, 2026, 3:30 p.m.
    Office of Division of Design and Construction, University of Alaska Fairbanks, 1850 Tanana Loop, Lola Tilly Building, Troth Yeddha' Campus, Fairbanks, Alaska
    Attend in person. Parking is limited; purchase a day parking pass at a campus kiosk beforehand. More information at www.uaf.edu/parking.
  • Bid opening: Tue, Nov 24, 2026, 2:00 p.m.
    Office of the Division of Design and Construction, Lola Tilly Building, 1850 Tanana Loop, Fairbanks, Alaska

Key dates

  • Nov 3, 2026: Invitation for Bids published
  • Nov 11, 2026: Pre-bid conference at 3:30 p.m.
  • Nov 24, 2026: Bids due by 2:00 p.m. on Bid Express; bids opened and read aloud

Original notice text

Fine Arts Salisbury Theater Code Corrections Phase 2 Project No.: D23106 FASC2 Bid No.: 0472027 The University of Alaska is seeking bids for the Fine Arts Salisbury Theater Code Corrections Phase 2 project. Bids will be received electronically by the University of Alaska on the Bid Express website at https://www.bidexpress.com/businesses/43192/home until Tuesday, 2:00 p.m., November 24, 2026, at which time bids will be opened and read aloud at the office of the Division of Design and Construction located in the Lola Tilly Building at 1850 Tanana Loop, Fairbanks, Alaska. Bid results will be made available to the public on the Bid Express website after evaluation. The Work consists of demolishing both mezzanines in the University of Alaska Fairbanks Troth Yeddha’ Campus Fine Arts Complex Salisbury Theater in Fairbanks, Alaska, on the stage level and rebuilding the spaces in a new configuration. The work will include modifications to HVAC, plumbing, fire suppression, and electrical systems. Four additive alternates are present for additional modifications to optimize the functionality of the space, subject to available funding. Bidders are advised that the University of Alaska has a procedure for accepting alternate products or systems prior to bid opening. Acceptance of substitutions after award is limited. See Instructions to Bidders and the General Conditions. Funding for this project is available. Bid documents for this project are available for viewing and downloading at the Bid Express website address provided in this Invitation. Bid documents may also be viewed by appointment only at the office of Division of Design and Construction, University of Alaska Fairbanks, 1850 Tanana Loop, Lola Tilly Building, Troth Yeddha’ Campus, Fairbanks, Alaska. Bidders must register through the website to be notified of addenda. The bidder is responsible for periodically checking the site for addenda or additional information for the project. A pre-bid conference will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. at the office of Division of Design and Construction, University of Alaska Fairbanks, 1850 Tanana Loop, Lola Tilly Building, Troth Yeddha’ Campus, Fairbanks, Alaska. Parking is limited and bidders are advised to purchase a day parking pass at one of the campus kiosks prior to the time and date of the pre-bid site visit. More information can be found at www.uaf.edu/parking. Bid security is required to be submitted with each bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. State law requires a bid to be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible "Alaska Bidder" after bidder’s preferences and Alaska Products Preferences have been applied. Further instructions are contained within the Instructions to Bidders. The University of Alaska reserves the right to reject any or all bids, offers, or parts thereof it deems necessary, to waive any informality in the bid or offer received, and to award in the best interest of the University. The University of Alaska (alaska.edu/alaska) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination (alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

This summary was written by an AI model (Claude) from the official notice text. This is general information, not legal advice. Always confirm deadlines and instructions in the official notice. Legal disclaimer.