SEASONAL FIRE HOUSING FOR WINNEMUCCA DISTRICT
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 Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Nevada State Office, is soliciting proposals for Seasonal Fire Housing for its Winnemucca District Office. This unrestricted opportunity seeks lodging services for seasonal fire employees in Winnemucca, NV. The government anticipates awarding a single firm-fixed-price contract, though multiple awards may be considered. Proposals are due March 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM PT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the provision of housing units, which can include hotels, motels, houses, apartments, mobile homes, park models, or equivalent, located within a five-mile radius of Winnemucca District Fire Station 21 in Winnemucca, NV. Key requirements include:
- A minimum of 9 units for a 6-month period (May 1, 2026, to November 30, 2026) for Hotel/Motel or equivalent.
- A minimum of 3 units for a 12-month period (May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027) for House/Apartment or equivalent.
- Potential for additional units based on hiring outcomes and funding.
- Housing must comply with health and safety standards, be subject to inspection, and include specific amenities (detailed in the SOW).
- For House/Apartment types, utilities must be included, and HVAC must be usable 24/7 with no cap. Residents are not responsible for maintenance or yard work.
- Flexibility for quantity reduction is required.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Contract (single award anticipated, multiple possible).
- NAICS Code: 531110 (Lessors of Residential Buildings and Dwellings) with a $34 Million size standard.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- Period of Performance: May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027 (overall).
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Submission: Quotes and supporting documentation must be submitted electronically via email to Tyler_Johnson@ios.doi.gov. Submissions must be in two separate and complete parts: Technical/Past Performance (Part 1, no pricing) and Price (Part 2, SF1449).
- Key Deadlines:
- Questions Due: March 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM PT.
- Proposals Due: March 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM PT.
- Evaluation Criteria: Quotes will be evaluated on a best-value, trade-off basis. Factors, in descending order of importance, are: Technical Proposal, Past Performance, and Price.
- Technical Proposal: Requires details on amenities, utilities, furniture, room availability, photos, and passing inspection.
- Past Performance: Requires at least three similar housing contracts completed within the last five years.
- Price: Requires completion of SF 1449 with nightly and monthly rates for each line item, including all associated costs and early departure costs.
Additional Notes
Offerors are advised to carefully review the incorporated FAR clauses, the Statement of Work (SOW), the SCA Wage Determination 2015-5601, and the Winnemucca Station Housing Rules and Regulations, all of which are attached to the solicitation. The government may request a site visit to proposed facilities.