68--Notice of Intent to Sole Source Award for Supplies/Services at SWRO Mescalero A
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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.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of the Interior (DOI), Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Southwest Regional Office (SWRO), Mescalero Agency, intends to award a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price contract to Mescalero Gas Company, a Tribally Owned Large Business. This contract is for the supply and delivery of 15,000 gallons of propane to three critical facilities on the Mescalero Apache Indian Reservation. Firms believing BIA should not pursue this sole source must submit a capability statement and pricing by June 17, 2026, 12:00 PM Pacific Time.
Purpose & Context
This notice is an intent to award a non-competitive contract. The Mescalero Gas Company has been established as the exclusive provider of propane on the Mescalero Apache Indian Reservation through Tribal Resolution 19-140, which also prohibits non-tribal companies from supplying propane. Due to these restrictions, the BIA Mescalero Agency is pursuing a sole source award under the authority of FAR 6.103-1, citing "Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements."
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for the delivery of 15,000 gallons of propane to ensure uninterrupted service and functionality at the following locations:
- BIA Law Enforcement building
- BIA Mescalero Agency building
- OJS Mescalero Adult Detention Center
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- NAICS Code: 325120 (Industrial Gas Manufacturing)
- Business Size Standard: 1,200 employees
- Product Service Code: 6830 (Gases: Compressed And Liquefied)
Submission & Inquiry
This is not a request for competitive proposals, and no solicitation is available. Technical questions will not be answered. However, any firm that believes the BIA should not proceed with this sole source procurement must submit a capability statement and pricing information for this requirement.
Key Dates & Contact
- Response Deadline: June 17, 2026, 12:00 PM Pacific Time
- Contact: Brian Roberts, Contracting Officer
- Email: brian.roberts@bia.gov