23--Utility Vehicle for Pine Springs Day School
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Department of Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), specifically the Indian Education Acquisition Office, has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Utility Vehicles for the Pine Springs Day School. This opportunity is a combined synopsis/solicitation under FAR Part 12 and Part 13, seeking to award a Firm Fixed Priced purchase order. It is specifically set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the procurement of XUV835M HVAC CAB Crossover Utility Vehicles. Key features for these vehicles include a climate-controlled cab with heat and air conditioning, smooth power steering, a cargo box with a spray-in liner, brake and taillights, and up to 4,000-lb towing capacity. Delivery is required FOB Destination to Pine Springs Day School, Houk, AZ.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Anticipated award of a single Firm Fixed Priced purchase order.
- Delivery: Expected 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Set-Aside: Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE).
- NAICS Code: 336999 - All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing.
- Small Business Size Standard: 1000 employees.
- Submission Deadline: The solicitation closing date and time must be strictly adhered to.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Requirements: Offers must be all-inclusive, covering all costs including service, supplies, materials, taxes, and travel. Quotes must clearly identify unit price, total unit pricing, and a grand total price. Offerors are required to provide Product Specifications/drawings/designs, proof of authorization as a distributor/reseller/partner, and ensure products are new, in stock, and ready to ship. The SF-1449 form must be completed and submitted with the offer.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on the lowest price that meets the specified requirements and demonstrates capability. Technical capability will be assessed solely on the information provided in the quote. The Government reserves the right to consider quotes offering more than the minimum if it provides a benefit.
- Inquiries & Submissions: All inquiries, quotations, and amendments should be submitted via email to Ashleigh.cleveland@bie.edu.
Eligibility
This acquisition is exclusively set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE). Offerors must meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" as defined in DIAR Part 1480.
Additional Notes
Prospective contractors are strongly advised to review sections E (Instructions to Offerors) and 52.212-1 (Evaluation) in their entirety. Attachments include a List of Items/Specifications and an IEE Representation Form.