J--ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INVESTIGATION
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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), through its Indian Education Acquisition Office, is soliciting proposals for an Electrical Distribution System Investigation at Sherman Indian High School in Riverside, CA. This Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside opportunity seeks an assessment of the campus-wide electrical infrastructure to identify issues and inform future improvement projects. The proposal submission deadline is April 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM MDT.
Purpose & Scope
This solicitation aims to award a single firm fixed-price purchase order for a comprehensive "Electrical Investigation" at Sherman Indian High School. The primary intent, as clarified in the Q&A log, is to conduct an assessment of existing electrical issues, gather information, and provide Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimates for potential future infrastructure improvement work. A new Request for Proposals (RFP) for the actual improvement work is anticipated after this assessment.
The scope of work involves targeted repair and preventative maintenance of medium voltage (MV) and low voltage (LV) electrical distribution systems. Key tasks include:
- Project coordination and safety plan submission.
- Comprehensive power quality monitoring (IEEE 1159, IEC 61000-4-30).
- Infrared inspection and visual surveys of critical MV/LV components.
- Electrical testing, minor upgrades, and repairs (insulation resistance, continuity, torque verification, cleaning).
- Delivery of a technical report summarizing findings, repairs, and prioritized corrective actions with ROM cost estimates.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order.
- Estimated Value: Between $100,000 and $250,000.
- Period of Performance: 30 calendar days from Notice to Proceed (NTP). Field investigation must be completed within 20 days, a draft technical report within 25 days, and the final report within 30 days.
- Set-Aside: This is an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside, specifically for Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) as defined in DIAR 1480.201, and small business concerns.
Eligibility & Submission
Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and meet the definition of both an Indian Economic Enterprise and an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise. Proposals must be submitted in two volumes: Price Proposal and Technical Proposal. The technical proposal must address Technical Approach, Key Project Management/Technical Support, Project Schedule, and Quality Control Plan. Offerors must complete the "Indian Affairs Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form."
Evaluation
Award will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. Proposals will undergo preliminary screening and a detailed evaluation, with only the lowest-priced responsive offer being examined for technical acceptability.
Key Dates & Contact
- Proposal Submission Deadline: April 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM MDT. Proposals are to be submitted via email to yui.hoptowit@bie.edu.
- Questions & Answers Deadline: The final deadline for questions was April 8, 2026, at 5 PM MDT. Answered Q&A logs have been provided as attachments.
- Site Visit: A site visit was previously scheduled for March 10, 2026.
- Contact: Yui Hoptowit, yui.hoptowit@bie.edu, 8089782605.
Additional Notes
Multiple amendments have extended deadlines and added attachments, including the "IA Design Handbook for BIE School Facilities" and various electrical drawings (e.g., site plans, single line diagrams, equipment layouts) which are crucial for understanding the existing infrastructure.