RFP FY26-02 Deering Heat Pumps

The Northwest Arctic Borough seeks a qualified contractor to procure, transport, store, and install up to 53 cold‑climate air‑source heat pumps in residential homes throughout Deering, Alaska. The work includes verifying electrical capacity, performing refrigerant handling, installing outdoor/indoor units with snow‑roofing, coordinating with homeowners, providing weekly progress reports, and delivering a one‑year workmanship warranty. The contractor must comply with Davis‑Bacon prevailing‑wage rules, handle hazardous materials, and may earn additional points for providing on‑site training to local staff. • Supply and deliver up to 53 pre‑approved or equivalent heat‑pump units (R‑32 or R‑454B refrigerant). • Complete full installation—including electrical connections, refrigerant charging, leak testing, and final commissioning—by July 31 2026. • Provide weekly reporting, QA oversight, homeowner coordination, and optional one‑day training for local maintenance personnel.