24--Lawn Tractor for Red Rock Day School
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) has issued an Award Notice for the procurement of a Lawn Tractor for Red Rock Day School. This opportunity was previously solicited as a Request for Quote (RFQ) and was 100% set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE). The original solicitation closed on April 7, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement was for one John Deere S130 Lawn Tractor, which needed to be fully manufactured, in stock, and ready to ship. Offerors were required to provide product specifications, drawings, and proof of authorized distributor/reseller/partner status. Refurbished, grey market, backordered, or custom-manufactured items were not accepted. The Product/Service Code was 2420 (Tractors, Wheeled).
Contract Details
The anticipated contract type was a single Firm Fixed Priced purchase order. Delivery was specified as FOB Destination to Red Rock Day School, HWY 491 Indian Route 13, Red Valley, AZ 86544, with a required delivery date of July 31, 2026. Pricing was to be all-inclusive, covering all costs including service, supplies, materials, taxes, and any required removal or installation.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This acquisition was 100% set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE). The applicable NAICS Code was 333112 (Lawn and Garden Tractor and Home Lawn and Garden Equipment Manufacturing), with a small business size standard of 1,500 employees.
Original Solicitation & Evaluation
The Request for Quote (RFQ) was issued on March 31, 2026, with offers due by April 7, 2026, at 1700 ET. Quotes were to be submitted electronically to Ashleigh.cleveland@bie.edu. Evaluation was based on the lowest price that met the specified technical requirements and capability. The government reserved the right to select the best value. Required forms included SF-1449, FAR and DIAR provisions, and the Indian Affairs Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form.
Agency & Contact
Department: Interior Sub-Tier: BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS Office: INDIAN EDUCATION ACQUISITION OFFICE Primary Contact: Brandon Walker, Brandon.Walker@bie.edu, (505) 803-4254.