2026-2027 Vegetation Management Services Contractor Pre-Qualification

Matanuska Electric Association, Inc. (MEA) is seeking contractors to become pre-qualified and eligible to perform vegetation management work on MEA's distribution and transmission facilities during 2026-2027. Contractors must submit comprehensive documentation and execute the Vegetation Management Services Contract 2026 to become pre-qualified. The pre-qualification submittal period is open from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2027. Contractors must be pre-qualified prior to MEA releasing projects for bidding.

Mandatory submission requirements include: one electronic copy of insurance certificate meeting contract requirements; resumes of all proposed key personnel (Forepersons and Project Managers) with Line Clearance Tree Certification in accordance with 29 CFR OSHA 1910.269 and 29 CFR OSHA 1926 Subpart V and relevant utility vegetation management experience; one copy of bond document indicating accepted US Treasury surety company; current financial statement including balance sheet and income statement; inventory list of vegetation management equipment assets (vehicles, tools, etc.) available for work; completion of MEA Contractor Safety Review Program (Exhibit G); written hazardous material discharge response and cleanup plan with personnel and telephone numbers; copies of Alaska Business License, Alaska Contractor's License, Matanuska Borough Business License, and Municipality of Anchorage Business License; and list of key personnel designated for after-hours project follow-up and emergency response with business, home, and cellular numbers.

Contractors should allow at least seven business days for MEA review of submittals, with additional time required for incomplete submissions. MEA will provide written explanation for any submittal deficiency. Contractor qualification acceptance and contract execution are required before award eligibility. Outstanding issues from previous projects may delay or prevent contractor qualification. A 10% Bid Bond will be required at time of bid submittal for all task order projects in a form acceptable to MEA, held until bid award and notice to proceed issuance (no longer than 60 days from bid opening).