Nikolai & Napaskiak Rural Power System Upgrade (RPSU)

The Alaska Energy Authority sought a professional‑services firm to provide engineering, design, permitting, and business‑plan support for upgrading the diesel‑powered micro‑grids in the remote villages of Nikolai and Napaskiak. The effort is split into a Conceptual Design Report (Phase 1) and a detailed Final Design (Phase 2) for Nikolai, with a CDR only for Napaskiak. The contractor must coordinate with other energy projects, produce cost estimates, secure permits, and develop site‑control documentation. The solicitation allowed a range of contract values and pricing methods, required Alaska‑registered engineers, and mandated specific insurance levels. Gray Stassel Engineering, Inc. was the awardee. • Scope: Conceptual and final engineering design of diesel micro‑grid upgrades, including civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, and permitting work. • Timeline: Phase 1 CDR to be delivered by Jan 30 2021; Phase 2 final design completed by Jun 30 2021. • Requirements: Alaska‑registered professional staff, Alaska Business License, $500 k E&O insurance, and compliance with DBE/Alaska‑bid preferences.