PROPANE FUEL DELIVERY SVC - NMNN SCHOOLS
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 Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs is soliciting quotes for Propane Fuel Delivery Services for multiple Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) schools located in New Mexico, Arizona, and Utah. This opportunity is for a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order and is 100% set-aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE). Quotes are due by March 23, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. MDT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the delivery of propane fuel to designated BIE school sites, including Aneth Community School (UT), Beclabito Day School (NM), Red Rock Day School (AZ), Sanostee Day School (NM), and T'iisnazbas Community School (AZ). Deliveries must be made within 3 days After Receipt of Order (ARO) for standard requests, with a minimum 48-hour notice (24 hours for emergencies). The contractor must adhere to NFPA 58 and NFPA 54 standards, along with all applicable state regulations for propane handling. Responsibilities include providing trained personnel, maintaining vehicles and equipment, ensuring accurate metering and invoicing, submitting safety and compliance documentation, and implementing emergency response plans.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Period of Performance: April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031 (Base Year plus four option years)
- Set-Aside: 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE)
- Quotes Due: March 23, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. MDT
- Published Date: March 18, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to charmaine.williams-james@bie.edu by the deadline. Evaluation factors include Price, Product Availability, and Delivery Lead Time. Award will be made to the responsible contractor submitting the lowest priced quote that meets all requirements. Offerors are required to complete and submit the DIAR IEE Representation Form (1452.280-4).
Eligibility
This opportunity is exclusively set aside for Indian economic enterprises that also qualify as small business concerns.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates various FAR and DIAR clauses by reference, including provisions related to Buy American and Trade Agreements. Offerors are advised to thoroughly review all provisions and complete all required sections.