MINI EXCAVATOR - Walker River Irrigation
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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 Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Western Region, is soliciting proposals for a Mini Excavator for the Walker River Indian Irrigation Project (WRIIP). This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation set aside 100% for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs). The purpose is to improve maintenance of WRIIP ditches and enhance worker safety. Quotes are due June 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time.
Purpose & Scope of Work
The BIA requires a mini excavator to support the Walker River Indian Irrigation Project (WRIIP) in Schurz, NV. The objective is to improve the maintenance of WRIIP ditches and enhance worker safety during maintenance operations. The excavator must be capable of operating in uneven and narrow grounds surrounding the ditches.
Key Requirements & Deliverables
The primary deliverable is a mini excavator, specifically a CASE CE CX50D CAB or equal. Key specifications include:
- Operating weight between 10,000 and 12,000 pounds.
- Enclosed cab.
- Mechanical thumb.
- Two buckets (18-24 inches wide), one with teeth and one with a smooth edge.
- Delivery is required within 60 days after award to WRIIP in Schurz, NV, Monday to Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm.
- The vendor must provide on-site warranty service in Schurz, NV, or transport to a nearby shop (within 100 miles).
- Offerors must demonstrate capability in meeting the delivery timeframe and the ability to deliver fully manufactured items that are in stock and ready to ship.
- Proof of being an authorized reseller is required, if applicable.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order.
- Set-Aside: 100% for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs).
- NAICS Code: 333120, Construction Machinery Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
- Product Service Code: 3805, Earth Moving And Excavating Equipment.
- Place of Performance: WRIIP in Schurz, NV, and Western Nevada Agency, Carson City, NV.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: June 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time.
- Inquiries Due: May 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to melanie.schiaveto@bia.gov.
- Email Subject Line: "[Company Name] Quote in Response to 140A1126Q0045".
- Required Documents:
- Company Information (Unique Entity ID, Contact Name, Phone Number & Email Address, RFQ Number, Quote Date).
- Specification Sheet of proposed equipment.
- Pricing in FFP format, addressing all elements of the Statement of Work.
- Signed and completed Indian Affairs Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form and DIAR 1452.280-4.
- Evaluation Criteria: Technical Acceptability (meeting specifications, delivery timeframe, and reseller authorization) and Price. Award will be made to the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) quoter.
Contact Information
Primary Contact: Melanie Schiaveto, Melanie.Schiaveto@bia.gov, 480-744-4870.