BACKHOE LOADER FOR T'IIS NAZBAS COMM SCHOOL
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), through the Indian Education Acquisition Office, is soliciting quotes for a Backhoe Loader for the T'iis Nazbas Community School. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) under FAR Part 12 and 13, specifically set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE). Quotes are due March 12, 2026, at 1700 Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The opportunity is for the procurement of one (1) Backhoe Loader for the T'iis Nazbas Community School's facility department. The equipment will be used for maintaining grounds and other campus-related work.
Key Requirements
- Product: One (1) Backhoe Loader, fully manufactured, in stock, and ready to ship. Refurbished, grey market, or backordered items are not acceptable.
- Specifications: "Brand Name or Equal" solicitation, with salient characteristics including a John Deere 320 P-Tier Backhoe Loader or equivalent. Required features include an extended warranty, fire extinguisher bracket, flip-down front sun visor, engine coolant heater, diagnostic oil sampling pots, LED 4-Corner Beacon Lights, heavy-duty backhoe bucket cylinder, and 60-inch pallet forks with a coupler fork carriage.
- Authorization: Vendors must prove they are an authorized reseller of their quoted offer. Alternative offers must include a report demonstrating how the proposed backhoe meets or exceeds the requested specifications.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price purchase order.
- Delivery Terms: FOB Destination.
- Delivery Location: T'iis Nazbas Community School, PO Box 2002, Highway 160, BIA Road N5114, Teecnospos, AZ 86514.
- Delivery Date: 45 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Pricing: The contract price must be all-inclusive, covering all Federal, State, and local taxes and duties, and any associated costs for removal or installation.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
- Set-Aside: This acquisition is exclusively set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE).
- NAICS Code: 333924 (Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing) with a size standard of 900 employees.
- Requirement: Offerors must complete and submit the "Indian Affairs Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form" to certify their eligibility as an IEE. Registration in SAM.gov is also mandatory.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: March 12, 2026, 1700 Eastern Time.
- Submission Method: Electronic submission to Ashleigh.cleveland@bie.edu.
- Quote Format: Non-price quote must include product specifications/drawings/designs and proof of authorized distributor/reseller/partner status. Price quote must be a firm fixed price, all-inclusive.
- Evaluation Criteria: Quotes will be evaluated based on the lowest price that meets the specifications and capability requirements. Technical capability will be assessed, and the government reserves the right to consider responses offering more than the minimum if beneficial.
Additional Notes
All amendments must be acknowledged. The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DIAR clauses and provisions that must be reviewed and complied with. Inquiries, quotations, and amendments should be submitted electronically.