Lame Deer Heliport and Concrete Support Structure Remediation
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 Indian Health Service (IHS) has issued a Presolicitation Notice for the Lame Deer Heliport and Concrete Support Structure Remediation project in Lame Deer, MT. This project involves the full demolition and replacement of a failing heliport and structural concrete remediation at the Northern Cheyenne Health Center. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on or about March 10, 2026, and will be procured as Unrestricted, Full and Open.
Scope of Work
The project addresses the failing heliport due to concrete cracking and spalling, and structural support system failures at the ambulance bay, emergency entrance, and loading dock. Major elements of work include:
- Full demolition, reconstruction, and commissioning of the medical facility’s heliport, including all associated airfield concrete work.
- Construction of sidewalks and ramps for patient transport between the heliport and the facility.
- Installation of an electrical lighting system suitable for nighttime and low-visibility helicopter operations.
- Replacement of the heliport safety fence, access gates, and associated site improvements.
- Structural concrete remediation, including installation of new beams, columns, and concrete flooring for the ambulance bay and drive, emergency entrance, and loading dock.
- Installation of a crawlspace HVAC system to reduce humidity levels.
Key Requirements
Firms responding to the upcoming solicitation must demonstrate recent experience (within the past 6 years) with both:
- Heliport or airfield demolition/construction.
- Structural concrete remediation of building support systems. Lack of experience in either requirement may result in a determination of incapability.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation Notice (Solicitation 75H70126R00019)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted, Full and Open
- NAICS: 237310 Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction (Size Standard: $45 million)
- Construction Magnitude: Anticipated between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000
- Period of Performance: 120 calendar days from issuance of the Notice to Proceed
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about March 10, 2026
- Anticipated Solicitation Open Period: Approximately 30 calendar days
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA)
Additional Notes
- Location: Northern Cheyenne Health Center at 420 Cheyenne Ave, Lame Deer, MT 59043.
- TERO: TERO fees apply. More information will be released in the solicitation; TERO contact: 406-477-6287.
- SAM Registration: Mandatory for award consideration. Contractors are encouraged to complete registration promptly.
- Site Visit: Details will be included in the solicitation.
- Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Form: An "Indian Health Service Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form" is provided, requiring self-certification for IEE status. While the solicitation is Unrestricted, this form may be a standard inclusion or relevant for specific considerations.
- This is an informational notice only and not a request for offers. All official documents and amendments will be posted on SAM.gov. Interested parties should monitor the site for updates.