Description
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities is soliciting bids for treated and untreated timbers to be delivered to various locations in Northern Alaska. The scope of work includes providing timbers that meet specific dimensions and treatment requirements. Bidders must submit their bids by December 30, 2025, at 11:00 AM Alaska Time. The successful bidder will be required to deliver the timbers to the specified locations. Key requirements include:
• Timbers shall be Douglas Fir #2 or better
• Ends shall be square cut
• Dimensions are specified in the bid schedule
• The delivered unit(s) shall be fully weather wrapped
• Dunnage material shall be wood, minimum of 3.5” high, banded to the bottom of unit to aid in handling
• Treated Timbers: Surfacing: S4S, Use preservatives and treatment processes found in AWPA UC4B
• Lumber: Surfacing: S4S, Treat all lumber in accordance with AWPA UC4B
Some of the key questions and answers include:
• 19% or less moisture content is acceptable for treated timbers
• Untreated timbers must be a minimum of 2.75”x11.75” x length specified, S1S2E finished
• S1S2E has been removed from the treated timbers specifications, and ½” off full is acceptable
• Treatment UC4B / ACQ, TYPE B or C is required for treated timbers
• The totals required for the untreated timbers are specific for each location and specified in the bid schedule