Choctaw Agency Repair
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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 Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Eastern Region, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Choctaw Agency Repair services. This opportunity seeks a contractor to perform waterproofing and drainage system installation for the rear exterior wall of the BIA Choctaw Agency Building #33 in Philadelphia, MS. The project aims to protect against water intrusion and damage. This acquisition is an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside. Quotes are due by May 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, labor, and supervision to waterproof and install a new drainage system for the rear exterior wall of the BIA Choctaw Agency building. Key tasks include:
- Site assessment and planning for waterproofing and drainage.
- Temporarily moving HVAC units and an eastside fence.
- Excavation, removal of deteriorated concrete, and rerouting electrical conduit.
- Installation of a French Drain system with perforated sock pipe and backfill.
- Application of adhesive mastic, waterproofing layers (J Drain ES 1530 B Drain Board), and sealing vulnerable conduits/pipes/joints.
- Installation of a new 2-foot wide concrete pad, elastic caulk, and aluminum flashing.
- Extending downspouts and repairing existing drainpipes.
- Lowering the street ditch flow line and installing a decorative block wall.
- Re-installing HVAC units and the fence, and restoring disturbed landscape areas with sod. The contractor must verify site conditions, protect work areas, and provide a 2-5 year warranty on materials and labor. The estimated project magnitude is $65,000 to $75,000.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Contract.
- Period of Performance: 120 days from the date of award.
- Place of Performance: Choctaw Agency, Admin, 421 Powell Street, Philadelphia, MS 39350.
- Set-Aside: Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside, specific to the Department of Interior's Buy Indian Act.
- NAICS Code: 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors), with a $19M size standard.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be an Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) and a small business concern, requiring self-certification via the "Indian Affairs Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form."
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Electronic mail to michelle.nahlee@bie.edu.
- Email Subject: "140A1526Q0121 Choctaw Agency Repair, (VENDOR NAME)".
- Quote Due Date: May 7, 2026, by 4:00 PM CST.
- Required Documents: SF-1449, DIAR IEE self-certification form, product specifications/drawings/designs, and proof of authorized distributorship/resellership (if applicable).
- Pricing: An all-inclusive firm-fixed price quote is required, covering all taxes, duties, and direct costs, including removal/installation.
- Evaluation Criteria: Comparative evaluations for best value, considering price completeness and reasonableness. The government may select a response offering more than the minimum if it provides a benefit. Ability to meet the 120-day delivery deadline is crucial.
Points of Contact
- Contract Specialist: Michelle Nahlee-Marshalek (michelle.nahlee@bie.edu)
- Maintenance POC: Eric Nickey, Choctaw Agency Maintenance
- CORs: Gerald Doolittle and Misty Ziegler, BIA Eastern Region Office