2026-2027 Electrical Construction Contractor Pre-Qualification

Matanuska Electric Association, Inc. (MEA) is seeking to establish a pre-qualified roster of electrical construction contractors eligible to perform work on the utility's distribution, transmission, and substation facilities during 2026-2027. Interested contractors must submit comprehensive pre-qualification documentation and execute the Electrical Construction Contract 2026-2027 to become eligible for project bidding.

The pre-qualification submittal period is open from November 25, 2025 through December 31, 2027. Contractors must be pre-qualified and party to the Contract prior to MEA releasing projects for bidding. No projects will be awarded to contractors who are not parties to the Contract after January 1, 2026, unless they become qualified beforehand. Contracts executed prior to January 1, 2026 are not subject to these requirements. MEA reserves the right to require separate pre-qualifications and modified terms for transmission and substation projects, or projects involving non-standard equipment, new technology, or new construction methods.

Mandatory pre-qualification documentation includes: (1) electronic copy of insurance certificate meeting Contract requirements; (2) resumes of all proposed superintendents and foremen with certificates of fitness and related distribution, transmission, and substation experience, including minimum two journeyman linemen with certificates of fitness; (3) surety bond document with US Department of Treasury-accepted surety company; (4) list of electric utility distribution, transmission, and substation construction projects completed in Alaska within the past three years; (5) current financial statement with balance sheet and income statement; (6) inventory of outside electrical line construction equipment; (7) written hazardous material discharge response and cleanup plan with personnel and contact information; (8) copies of Alaska Business License, Alaska Contractor's License, and company-employed resident Alaska Electrical Administrator's License (Unlimited Linework Category) with employment proof; (9) list of key personnel for after-hours project follow-up and emergency response with business, home, and cellular numbers; (10) OSHA 300 summary page plus Recordable Incident Rates for the previous two calendar years; and (11) completed MEA Contractor Safety Review forms.

Contractors should allow a minimum of seven calendar days for MEA review of submittals, with additional time required for incomplete submissions. MEA will provide written explanations for any submittal deficiencies. Contractor qualification for awards is contingent upon MEA acceptance of qualifications and Contract execution. Outstanding issues from previous work may delay or result in disqualification.