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Alaska DOC seeks pharmacist for Anchorage prison pharmacy
The Alaska Department of Corrections is seeking contract pharmacist services for its Anchorage facility, with proposals due June 4.
by Alaska News2d ago1 min readAnchorage, Alaska3 viewsAI
Aleutian Airways seeks 4-month terminal space at Anchorage airport
Aleutian Airways LLC is seeking a 120-day terminal lease at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport from May through September, with public comments due May 21.
by Alaska News1d ago1 min readTed Stevens Anchorage International Airport1 viewAI
State seeks comments on private aircraft parking permit at Kodiak Airport
The state is accepting public comments through June 11 on a proposal to permit private aircraft parking on 4,800 square feet of land at Kodiak Airport for $1,041.60 annually.
by Alaska News4d ago1 min readKodiak Airport3 viewsAI
Glacier Construction seeks 25-year lease for Haines barge landing
Glacier Construction, Inc. is seeking a 25-year lease for 7 acres of state tidelands in Haines to build a permanent barge landing facility, with public comments due June 11.
by Alaska News5d ago2 min readHaines, Alaska3 viewsAI
State moves to impound 94-year-old derelict vessel in Ketchikan
Alaska DNR is initiating impoundment proceedings against a 94-year-old derelict vessel in Ketchikan, giving the owner 15 days to respond or lose the historic boat.
by Alaska News5d ago2 min readKetchikan2 viewsAI
Alaska ferry system seeks contractor for stormwater testing at 13 terminals
The state is soliciting bids for stormwater sample analysis at Alaska Marine Highway System ferry terminals to meet environmental compliance requirements.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readAlaska2 viewsAI
Engine Trouble Strands Columbia Ferry at Whittier Dock for Four Hours
The AMHS ferry Columbia experienced engine trouble that kept it docked at Whittier for over four hours on May 5, stranding passengers and vehicles bound for Prince William Sound communities.
by Alaska News1w ago2 min readWhittier3 viewsAI
State seeks bids for Rampart airport maintenance contract
The state transportation department is soliciting bids for a maintenance contract at Rampart Rural Airport, with proposals due June 15, 2026.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readRampart, Alaska3 viewsAI
State approves 10-year lease for seasonal float at Knudson Cove marina
The state has approved a 10-year lease for a seasonal marina float at Knudson Cove near Ketchikan, with a 20-day appeal window for those who participated in the public process.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readKnudson Cove, Ketchikan, Alaska10 viewsAI
Kenai health office closed May 7 due to plumbing problems
The Alaska Department of Health office in Kenai will close May 7 due to plumbing issues, with remote workers continuing duties and essential staff reporting as usual.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min read630 Barnacle Way #A, Kenai, AK 996112 viewsAI
State seeks bids to insulate Gambell water storage tank
The state is accepting bids through May 20 for a contractor to insulate a water storage tank in Gambell.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readGambell, Alaska2 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on new Medicaid home care services by June 22
The Alaska Department of Health is proposing new Medicaid regulations to certify specialized home care providers for people with disabilities, with public comments due June 22.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readAlaska3 viewsAI
State seeks bids for snow blowers, proposals due May 12
Alaska's transportation department is seeking bids for snow blowers with a May 12 deadline for submissions.
by Alaska News4w ago1 min readAlaska7 viewsAI
State proposes five-year lease extension for Kodiak Airport hangar
The state transportation department is seeking public comment on a five-year lease extension for an aircraft hangar at Kodiak Airport, with comments due May 22.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readKodiak Airport5 viewsAI
Alaska seeks bids for fire trucks through multi-state purchasing program
Alaska is participating in a multi-state request for proposals for fire trucks and apparatus with a June 10 deadline for vendor submissions.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readAlaska2 viewsAI
State seeks public input on Seward Highway safety improvements by May 20
The state transportation department is seeking public feedback by May 20 on safety improvements planned for the Seward Highway between O'Malley Road and Dimond Boulevard in Anchorage.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readAnchorage2 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on Galena gravel extraction permit
The state is accepting public comment through May 29 on a permit application for annual gravel extraction from the Yukon River near Galena.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readGalena2 viewsAI
Marine pilot exam set for April 28 in Sitka; applications due Feb. 27
The state will hold a marine pilot licensing exam in Sitka on April 28, with applications due February 27.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readSitka2 viewsAI
Alaska Railroad seeks bids for Whittier rail yard drainage repairs
The Alaska Railroad is accepting bids through May 20 for storm drain repairs at its Whittier rail yard, with a mandatory site visit scheduled for May 4.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readWhittier2 viewsAI
Senate panel advances U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade resolution with border changes
The Senate Labor and Commerce Committee approved a revised resolution supporting the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement and calling for easier border crossings with Canada.
by Alaska News3w ago3 min readJuneau, Alaska2 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on West Susitna Road historic sites plan
The state transportation department is seeking public input on procedures for identifying and protecting historic sites along the proposed West Susitna Access Road.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readWest Susitna, Alaska2 viewsAI
Yakutat seeks water quality approval for 3.5-mile pipeline extension
Alaska DEC is reviewing Yakutat's application to extend municipal water lines 3.5 miles to replace PFAS-contaminated drinking water sources, with public comments due May 25.
by Alaska News3w ago2 min readYakutat, Alaska2 viewsAI
State seeks engineering firm for Fairbanks airport road project
The state transportation department is seeking engineering firms to design rehabilitation work for the access road at Fairbanks International Airport, with proposals due May 13.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readFairbanks International Airport2 viewsAI
Alaska Historical Commission seeks public input on preservation grants
The Alaska Historical Commission will review preservation grant applications from three Alaska communities and accept public comment during its May 14 virtual meeting.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readAlaska3 viewsAI
State seeks proposals for youth behavioral health services statewide
The Alaska Department of Health is seeking proposals from organizations to provide youth behavioral health services through a statewide program.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readAlaska2 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on Sleetmute Airport lease expansion
The state is seeking public comment through May 29 on adding 50 acres to the Sleetmute Airport lease for the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readSleetmute, Alaska1 viewAI
State seeks public comment on Crowley fuel facility spill plan in Galena
Alaska DEC is accepting public comments through May 28 on Crowley Fuels' oil spill prevention plan for its 1-million-gallon fuel storage facility in Galena.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readGalena, Alaska1 viewAI
State proposes five-year extension for Yakutat Airport hangar lease
The state transportation department is seeking public comment through May 27 on extending a private aircraft hangar lease at Yakutat Airport for five years.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readYakutat1 viewAI
State seeks providers for psychiatric crisis placement program
Alaska is recruiting providers for a statewide crisis placement program that offers housing and care for people with urgent mental health needs.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readAlaska2 viewsAI
State seeks bids for Shaktoolik airport maintenance contract
The state transportation department is soliciting bids for maintenance work at Shaktoolik's rural airport, with proposals due May 21, 2026.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readShaktoolik1 viewAI
Alaska Marijuana Board schedules special session on Anchorage ordinance
The Alaska Marijuana Control Board has scheduled a special meeting for June 3, 2026, to address Anchorage Administrative Order 360, separate from its regular June meeting.
by Alaska News2d ago2 min readAlaskaAI
Mental Health Trust seeks beneficiary testimony on care gaps by June 30
The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority is holding a June 2 listening session and accepting written comments through June 30 from beneficiaries about their experiences with behavioral health and disability services.
by Alaska News2d ago2 min readAlaskaAI
State seeks blind vendor for Anchorage courthouse café under federal program
Alaska is seeking a blind or visually impaired vendor to operate a courthouse café in Anchorage through a federal priority hiring program, with proposals due June 16, 2026.
by Alaska News3d ago2 min readNesbett State Courthouse, Anchorage, AlaskaAI