SCHOOL BOILER WATER SOFTENER SYSTEM
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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 Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), specifically the Indian Education Acquisition Office, is soliciting quotes for a Boiler Water Softener System for Aneth Community School. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) issued under FAR Part 12 and 13, and it is an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside under the Buy Indian Act. The requirement is for a "Brand Name or Equal" to the Culligan Top Mount Series. Quotes are due by April 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The project involves the procurement and installation of a Boiler Water Softener System for buildings 227 and 229 at Aneth Community School. Key deliverables include two CTM-150 Softeners with Hardwater Bypass, two 30"x50" Brine Systems, four 1.5" NPT CTM Plumbing Adapters, four 1.5" Stainless Steel Flex Hoses, all necessary installation parts, and 2800lb of salt. Offerors must provide product specifications/drawings/designs and prove they are an authorized distributor/reseller/partner. Products must be new, manufactured, in stock, and ready to ship.
Contract Details
This will result in a Firm Fixed Price purchase order. The period of performance is 60 days from the receipt of award. The quote must be all-inclusive, covering all costs such as service, supplies, materials, taxes, travel, TERO fees, reservation expenses, and any applicable removal or installation costs.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This acquisition is an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside, specific to the Department of Interior, under the Buy Indian Act. The applicable NAICS Code is 423720 (Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (Hydronics) Merchant) with a small business size standard of 200 employees. Offerors must meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE)" as defined in DIAR Part 1480 and are required to complete and submit the "Indian Affairs Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form" (Solicitation/Sources Sought/RFI Number: 140A2326Q0103) to confirm eligibility.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes are due by April 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time. Submissions must be emailed to Brandon.Walker@bie.edu with the solicitation number (140A2326Q0103) in the subject line. Email attachments must be in PDF format and compatible with Microsoft Office software; no zipped files. Evaluation will be based on the most advantageous offer to the Government, considering price and other factors, including technical capability. Offerors must provide their company Tax ID, Cage Code, UEI number, and FOB Destination delivery terms. A complete and current point of contact is required, and offerors must acknowledge all amendments and be registered in SAM.gov. Alternative offers for the "Brand Name or Equal" requirement must include a report demonstrating how the alternative product meets or exceeds the requested product and its compatibility with the existing Culligan system.
Contact
Brandon Walker Email: Brandon.Walker@bie.edu Phone: (505) 803-4254