Clear Backpacks for Tuba City Boarding School
Overview
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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 Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), through its Indian Education Acquisition Office, is soliciting quotes for 1000 Extreme Clear Backpacks for the Tuba City Boarding School. This opportunity is a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside. Quotes are due by June 10, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of 1000 Extreme Clear Backpacks (#MC-BP-2P-CLR). Key specifications include:
- Design: 2 compartments, clear material for visibility, durable construction.
- Features: Front zip pocket, slim front pouch for cables, dual water bottle pockets, comfortable shoulder straps, and a top carry handle.
- Delivery: FOB Destination to Tuba City Boarding School, PO 187, 306 Main Street, Tuba City, AZ 86045.
- Delivery Date: Required by July 31, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Anticipated award of a single Firm Fixed Priced purchase order.
- Solicitation Type: Request for Quote (RFQ) under FAR Parts 12 and 13.
- Submission Deadline: June 10, 2026, 1700 Eastern Daylight Time.
- Published Date: June 3, 2026.
Eligibility & Evaluation
- Set-Aside: 100% set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE).
- NAICS Code: 314910 - Textile Bag and Canvas Mills, with a size standard of 500 employees.
- Evaluation Criteria: Quotes will be evaluated based on the lowest price that meets the specified requirements and capability. Technical capability will be assessed from information provided in the quote.
- Submission Requirements: Offerors must submit an all-inclusive rate, unit price, total unit pricing, and grand total. Company Tax ID, CAGE Code, and UEI number are mandatory. Offerors must complete and submit the SF-1449 and acknowledge all amendments. Registration in SAM.gov is required.
- Submission Method: Electronic only to Ashleigh.cleveland@bie.edu. Attachments must be in PDF format.
Additional Notes
Prospective contractors are advised to thoroughly review sections E (Instructions to Offerors) and 52.212-2 (Evaluation) of the solicitation. The solicitation incorporates relevant FAR clauses by reference.