Custom Water Bottles for Tuba City Boarding School
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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, has issued a Solicitation (RFQ) for Custom Water Bottles for the Tuba City Boarding School. This opportunity is a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside. Proposals are due by June 11, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This combined synopsis/solicitation seeks commercial products and services for engraved water bottles. The requirement includes:
- 33 units of 16 oz Journey Bottles, Red (case of 24)
- 15 units of 12 oz Journey Bottles, Red (case of 24)
- RTIC Customization Fee for engraved drinkware
- Customization, Set Up, and Logo application
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Priced purchase order.
- Delivery Terms: FOB Destination.
- Period of Performance: Customization period from May 15, 2026, to July 31, 2026. Final delivery date is July 31, 2026.
- Set-Aside: 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE). Offerors must meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" (IEE) as defined in DIAR Part 1480.
- Product Service Code: 8125 - Bottles And Jars
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Proposals are requested via Request for Quote (RFQ) and must be submitted electronically.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on the lowest price that meets all specified requirements and demonstrates technical capability. Technical capability will be assessed solely on information provided in the quote.
- Quote Requirements: Must include product specifications, proof of authorized distributorship, lead times, and a complete all-inclusive firm fixed price.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
- Submission Deadline: June 11, 2026, 1700 ED time.
- Inquiries/Submissions: Ashleigh.cleveland@bie.edu
Additional Notes
This solicitation includes various FAR and DIAR clauses relevant to small business set-asides, information security, and payment via the Internet Payment Platform (IPP).