J--NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT
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 Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), on behalf of the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract to Stewart Brothers Drilling. This urgent requirement is for a comprehensive assessment of submersed well pump #4 at Building 633 at Wingate High School. The system is critical for providing potable water for daily campus operations, including drinking, food preparation, sanitation, and fire suppression for approximately 350 students, 90 staff, and visitors.
Scope of Work
The scope of work involves an urgent assessment and potential repair of the well pump system, which has shown a significant decline in water production capacity. Key requirements include:
- Removal and inspection of underground piping connected to the submersible pump.
- Evaluation of the submersible pump motor for performance and potential replacement.
- Repair or replacement of associated piping, if necessary.
- Restoration of adequate water production capacity.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source, Firm-Fixed Price contract.
- Authority: FAR 12.102(a).
- Anticipated Delivery: June 30, 2026.
- NAICS Code: 221310 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction).
- Product Service Code: J043 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Pumps And Compressors).
- Published: May 12, 2026.
- Response Date: May 13, 2026 (for interested parties to challenge the sole source).
Set-Aside
None (Sole Source determination).
Additional Notes
This is not a request for competitive proposals. The sole source justification cites the urgency of the requirement due to potential unacceptable delays from competitive procedures. Stewart Brothers Drilling Company was identified as the proposed sole source contractor due to their local presence and specialized capabilities. No solicitation is available, and no technical questions will be answered regarding this requirement. Interested parties who believe they can meet this requirement should contact the Contracting Officer.