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), specifically the DIV OF ENGINEERING SVCS - SEATTLE office under the Health And Human Services department, is soliciting proposals for the Lame Deer Heliport and Concrete Support Structure Remediation project at the Northern Cheyenne Health Center in Lame Deer, Montana. This Unrestricted, Full and Open Competition opportunity has an estimated construction magnitude between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. Proposals are due May 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT.
Scope of Work
The project involves the complete demolition and replacement of the existing heliport, which is failing due to concrete cracking and spalling. Additionally, structural concrete remediation is required for the ambulance bay, emergency entrance, and loading dock to restore full operational capacity. Major elements include:
- Demolition, reconstruction, and commissioning of the heliport, including associated airfield concrete work.
- Construction of sidewalks and ramps for patient transport.
- 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, emergency entrance, and loading dock.
- Installation of a crawlspace HVAC system to reduce humidity levels.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: 120 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.
- Construction Magnitude: $1,000,000 to $5,000,000.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted, Full and Open Competition.
- NAICS Code: 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction) with a $45 million size standard.
- PSC Code: Y1BZ (Construction Of Other Airfield Structures).
- Proposal Due Date: May 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT.
- Published Date: April 15, 2026 (Amendment 01).
Evaluation
Award will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Evaluation factors include Specialized Experience, Technical Approach, Key Personnel, Past Performance, and Price. Performance Bonds and a Bid Guarantee (20% of bid price or $3.0M, whichever is less) are required.
Additional Notes
- Site Visit: A site visit was held on April 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM MDT. The sign-in sheet is available.
- TERO: Tribal Employment Rights Office (TERO) fees apply for work on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation.
- SAM Registration: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.
- As-Built Drawings: Access to as-built drawings for the Lame Deer facility can be requested via a Secure File Transfer Site by contacting Matt Sanders.
- Key Attachments: The solicitation includes detailed specifications (Volumes 1 & 2), construction plans, a Past Performance Questionnaire, Key Personnel Resume Form, Company Technical Experience Form, Self-Performed Calculation Sheet, and Wage Determination MT20260080.
- Amendment 01 (B05 26R00019 A00001.pdf): Clarifies requirements regarding grade beams, fences, lighting, and addresses vendor questions, including the possibility of a winter shutdown via modification after award.