HES Playground Safety and Flood Prevention Phase I

SOL #: 140A2326R0017Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Interior
Bureau Of Indian Affairs
INDIAN EDUCATION ACQUISITION OFFICE
Albuquerque, NM, 87104, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

Architect And Engineering Construction: Schools (C1CA)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Apr 27, 2026
2
Submission Deadline
May 27, 2026, 11:00 PM

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, Indian Education Acquisition Office is soliciting proposals for Phase I of the Havasupai Elementary School Playground Safety and Flood Prevention Improvements project. This Solicitation seeks construction services for playground demolition, basketball court refurbishment, and flood prevention measures at the school located in Supai, AZ. The project is estimated to be between $250,000 and $500,000. This opportunity is set aside for Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises. Proposals are due May 27, 2026, at 5 PM (MDT).

Scope of Work

The project involves comprehensive site improvements including:

  • Demolition and removal of existing playground equipment and designated stair sections.
  • Saw cutting and removal of damaged portions of the existing basketball court slab.
  • Salvage, handling, transport, and relocation of saw-cut concrete slabs for flood control, drainage control, and erosion mitigation.
  • Preparation and resurfacing of the remaining basketball court slab, including new striping and game markings.
  • Installation of one new adjustable in-ground basketball hoop system.
  • Installation of temporary wood chip/wood mulch ground cover in areas of concrete removal and the former playground footprint.
  • Installation, maintenance, and removal of 6-foot high temporary chain-link construction fencing and site protection measures. Work must comply with all contract documents, applicable federal, tribal, state, and local laws, and minimize disruption to school operations. Access to the site is via helicopter or an 8-mile trail from Hualapai Hilltop.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Single Firm Fixed-Price construction contract.
  • Period of Performance: Sixty (60) calendar days from the notice to proceed.
  • Estimated Price Range: $250,000 - $500,000.
  • Set-Aside: This solicitation is set aside for Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises. Offerors must meet the definitions in DIAR 1480.201 and submit the required IEE Representation Form.
  • Bonds Required: A 20% Bid Bond (SF24), 100% Performance Bond (SF25), and 100% Payment Bond (SF25A) are required.
  • Compliance: Compliance with Davis Bacon Wage Determinations and background investigations for personnel with regular contact with Indian children are mandatory.

Submission & Evaluation

  • Proposal Submission Deadline: May 27, 2026, at 5 PM (MDT).
  • Submission Method: Proposals must be submitted via email to Yui Hoptowit (yui.hoptowit@bie.edu).
  • Evaluation Method: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Evaluation will proceed in two phases: Preliminary Screening and Proposal Evaluation, with technical proposals assessed as "acceptable" or "unacceptable."
  • Questions Deadline: May 15, 2026, at 5 PM (MDT) via the Questions and Answers Log.
  • Site Visit: A site visit may be arranged by contacting Yui Hoptowit no later than May 13, 2026.

Additional Notes

The project requires specific submittals including product data, shop drawings, and a Waste Management Plan. Phase I completion is scheduled for no later than August 2026.

People

Points of Contact

Hoptowit, YuiPRIMARY

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