R--REPAIR BLOWER UNITS & REPLACE SQUIRREL CAGE
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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), Western Region, is soliciting proposals for HVAC Blower Motor Repair and Squirrel Cage Replacement services at the Northern Cheyenne Juvenile Detention Center in Busby, Montana. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order, designated as a 100% Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) set-aside. The deadline for offers has been extended to April 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time (PD).
Scope of Work
The requirement involves comprehensive repair services for two (2) Trane HVAC blower motor systems, specifically 20 HP blower motors and associated squirrel cage assemblies, to restore full operational capacity. Key tasks include pre-work site assessment, safety planning, crane operations for rooftop access, motor repair/replacement, squirrel cage installation, system integration, testing, balancing, and optimization. Performance standards require a minimum of 85% operational efficiency for motors, maximum 0.3 IPS vibration, and 99.5% system uptime during the first six months post-completion. The core work is expected to be completed within 8 days.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- Period of Performance: 60 calendar days for the contract, with core work completed within 8 days.
- Set-Aside: 100% for Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs).
- Place of Performance: Northern Cheyenne Juvenile Detention Center, 304 Mennonite Drive, Busby, Montana 59016.
Special Requirements & Clarifications
- Personnel: Technicians must be NATE certified, EPA Section 608 certified, and OSHA 30-hour certified, with manufacturer-specific training.
- Materials: All replacement parts must be Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or approved equivalent, with major components from ISO 9001 certified manufacturing.
- Safety: Strict adherence to OSHA regulations, including PPE, fall protection, crane safety (Subpart CC), and lockout/tagout procedures.
- Documentation: Comprehensive pre-work submittals, daily progress reports with photos, and final deliverables including test reports, as-built documentation, O&M manuals, and warranty documentation (1-year workmanship, 3-year manufacturer material, 6-month performance guarantee).
- Motor Specifications: The primary motor for replacement is the Supply blower motor. Detailed specifications for the Blower Motor Assembly (drive system, part number, HP, RPM, sheave/bushing) are provided. Any secondary motor must be compatible with the overall system design.
- Wage Determination: Bidders must comply with the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination for Montana counties under the Service Contract Act.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to Melanie.Schiaveto@bia.gov.
- Submission Deadline: April 24, 2026, by 5:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time.
- Evaluation Factors: Offers will be evaluated based on Price (reasonableness), Technical Capability (company's ability to organize, staff, manage, qualifications/experience, and key personnel availability), and Past Performance.
- Quote Inclusions: Quotes must be inclusive of all costs, including taxes, labor, supervision, equipment, materials, travel, and permits.