Opportunity
Alaska Online Public Notices #223179
Alaska Solicits Five-Year Contract for Coast Guard Approved Float Coats with Custom Printing
March 23, 2026
April 15, 2026
223179
315990
The State of Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation, Office of Boating Safety is seeking bids for a five-year Master Agreement to supply U.S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices (float coats) in various sizes and fluorescent colors. - Products requested: - Type II Infant, Type III Child, Youth, Adult, and Adult XL float coats - All float coats must be fluorescent, U.S. Coast Guard approved, and screen-printed with specific safety logos and text (e.g., 'KIDS DONT FLOAT', 'WEAR IT ALASKA') - Quantities specified per size and location for initial order (e.g., 6 infant, 12 child, 12 youth, 19 adult, 11 adult XL) - Freight and delivery to 91 locations across Alaska, including state parks, tribal councils, city offices, and federal facilities - Notable requirements: - Bidders must include all shipping and screen printing costs - Compliance with state and federal laws, including ADA - Alaska business license and prior experience required - Registration with procurement officer for addendums - Alaska Bidder and Veteran Preferences apply - Estimated contract value: $950,000 over five years - Orders will be placed on an as-needed basis, with no guaranteed minimum or maximum quantities - Delivery required within six weeks of order completion
Description
This Invitation to Bid (ITB) 2026-1000-0226 is issued by the State of Alaska's Department of Natural Resources for the procurement of U.S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices (float coats) in various sizes and colors. The float coats must include screen printing and be shipped to various destinations within Alaska on an as-needed basis. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with state and federal laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, and requires bidders to have a valid Alaska business license. The bid submission deadline is April 15, 2026.