Billings Area (Poplar, MT / Pryor, MT / Arapahoe, WY) Generator Project

Closed Solicitation Posted

This opportunity was awarded. See the award notice from .

Solicitation number
75H70125R00039
Agency
Responses due
Set-aside
Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise

Opportunity facts

Place of performance
Poplar, Montana 59255, United States

Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .

About this opportunity

The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking a contractor to install backup emergency generator systems at three healthcare facilities in Montana and Wyoming, specifically the Verne E. Gibbs Health Center in Poplar, Pryor Health Station in Pryor, and Arapahoe Health Center in Arapahoe. The project aims to provide emergency power sources capable of supporting critical medical equipment, life-saving devices, heating and cooling systems, and emergency exit lighting for up to 96 hours during power disruptions. The solicitation will be procured as a Request for Proposal (RFP) using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, with price serving as the primary discriminating factor among technically acceptable offers. Potential offerors must submit their proposals electronically by June 5, 2025, at 1:00 PM PDT, and all questions concerning the solicitation must be submitted in writing to the Contract Specialist, Jong Kim, at jong.kim@ihs.gov. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database to be considered for award.

The solicitation is a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 236220, with a $45 million size standard for small business qualification. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) construction contract with an anticipated project magnitude between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. The period of performance has been extended to 365 calendar days after contract award, with construction expected to occur across the three specified health center locations in Montana and Wyoming. Contractors must comply with specific technical requirements, provide detailed past performance information, and submit a comprehensive proposal addressing specialized experience, Indian Economic Enterprise representation, and price. The project involves installing natural gas-powered generators ranging from 150kW to 175kW, with associated electrical, mechanical, and gas piping infrastructure to ensure seamless integration with existing healthcare facility systems.

Notice text

6 versions

Update #6 · Latest ·

Amendment A0005

The purpose of this amendment is to provide an updated Q&A sheet as of May 28, 2025. The IHS Response to Question #17 was updated. 

See attached Amendment A0005 for detailed information.

End of A0005

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Amendment A0004

The purpose of this amendment is provide an updated Q&A sheet as of May 27, 2025. 

See attached Amendment A0004 for detailed information.

End of A0004

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Amendment A0003

The purpose of this amendment is to extend the RFP response date & time from May 23, 2025, 1:00 PM PDT to June 5, 2025,
1:00 PM PDT.

See attached Amendment A0003 for detailed information.

End of A0003

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Amendment A0002

The purpose of this amendment is for the followings;

  • Q&A Sheet as of May 7., 2025
  • Site Visit Sign-In Sheets
  • Changing Period of Performance from 180 Calendar Days to 365 Calendar Days in SF1442 Block 11, and Section F.2.

See attached Amendment A0002 for detailed information.

End of A0002

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Amendment A0001

The purpose of this amendment is to correct the following information in the SAM Solicitation description.

Change from 100% Small Business Set-Aside t
                  to 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set‐aside.

See attached Amendment A0001 for detailed information.

End of A0001

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This is a Solicitation Notice for solicitation number 75H70125R00039, Billings Area (Poplar, MT / Pryor, MT / Arapahoe, WY) Generator Project, a construction project for the Indian Health Service (IHS), Division of Engineering Services (DES) prepared in accordance with FAR Part 36. 

The purpose of this project is to provide a backup emergency power source to the Verne E. Gibbs Health Center, Pryor Health Station, and the Arapahoe Health Center. The emergency generator shall provide emergency power supply to keep medical equipment and life saving devices functional like oxygen pumps, ventilators, and surgical equipment tools online. Also, the emergency power supply is capable of keeping heating and cooling systems operational. Supplying the listed health facilities with a backup emergency generator with the recommended appurtenances will also keep the egress pathways (emergency exit lights) visible. The new emergency generator will be capable of providing emergency backup power to the existing health care facility for up to 96 hours.

This project will be procured as a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set‐aside solicitation under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. The associated size standard for this procurement is $45 million. Please review all attachments to this notice for details.

SCOPE OF WORK:  See Section C of the attached solicitation for details.

LOCATION OF PROJECT:  All work shall be performed at the following three (3) locations.

Verne E. Gibbs Health Center in Poplar, MT

Pryor Health Station in Pryor, MT

Arapahoe Health Center in Arapahoe, WY

CONSTRUCTION DURATION:  Period of Performance is 365 calendar days after issuance of a Notice to Proceed.

CONSTRUCTION MAGNITUDE: In accordance with FAR 36.204, the magnitude of this construction project is anticipated to be between $1,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00.

SITE VISIT:  See Section L.6. FAR 52.236-27 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION)(FEB 1995) ALTERNATE I (FEB 1995)

CONTRACT TYPE:  The IHS intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) construction contract in support of this requirement. This solicitation will be procured as a Request for Proposal (RFP) in accordance with FAR Part 15 and 36 procedures.

PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS: See Sections L&M of the solicitation.

PROPOSAL DUE DATE: The offeror’s proposal shall be submitted electronically no later than the due date and time indicated in block 13 of the SF 1442,unless changed by amendment.

EVALUATION: In accordance with FAR 15.101-2, the evaluation for this award will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable proposal (LPTA).  See Sections L&M of the solicitation for specific requirements.  Prices proposed must reflect the offeror’s understanding of the requirement, ability to perform, and be considered fair and reasonable to the Government.

Price is the discriminating factor for award among eligible offers. The total firm fixed price listed in block 17 of the SF1442 shall be utilized for the overall price evaluation and to determine the lowest priced offer.

QUESTIONS: Offerors shall submit all questions concerning this solicitation in writing to the Contract Specialist, Jong Kim, at jong.kim@ihs.gov  

NOTE: ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.  SEE SOLICITATION FOR OFFICIAL DATES, TIMES, AND LOCATIONS OF SITE VISITS AND DEADLINES.

For the purposes of this procurement, a concern is considered a small business if its average annual revenue for the last five (5) years is less than $45 million. For information concerning NAICS and SBA size standards, go to http://www.sba.gov.

It is the responsibility of the contractor to check https://sam.gov/ frequently for any amendments or changes to the solicitation.  Hard copy documents will NOT be available – all documents for proposal purposes will be posted at the website for download by interested parties.

NOTE: Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database is mandatory to be considered for award.  Offerors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements via the internet at: https://www.sam.gov.  Contractors are encouraged to complete SAM registration as soon as possible; the government may not delay award for the purpose of allowing a contractor additional time to register in SAM.

Update #5 ·

Amendment A0004

The purpose of this amendment is provide an updated Q&A sheet as of May 27, 2025. 

See attached Amendment A0004 for detailed information.

End of A0004

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Amendment A0003

The purpose of this amendment is to extend the RFP response date & time from May 23, 2025, 1:00 PM PDT to June 5, 2025,
1:00 PM PDT.

See attached Amendment A0003 for detailed information.

End of A0003

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Amendment A0002

The purpose of this amendment is for the followings;

  • Q&A Sheet as of May 7., 2025
  • Site Visit Sign-In Sheets
  • Changing Period of Performance from 180 Calendar Days to 365 Calendar Days in SF1442 Block 11, and Section F.2.

See attached Amendment A0002 for detailed information.

End of A0002

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Amendment A0001

The purpose of this amendment is to correct the following information in the SAM Solicitation description.

Change from 100% Small Business Set-Aside t
                  to 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set‐aside.

See attached Amendment A0001 for detailed information.

End of A0001

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This is a Solicitation Notice for solicitation number 75H70125R00039, Billings Area (Poplar, MT / Pryor, MT / Arapahoe, WY) Generator Project, a construction project for the Indian Health Service (IHS), Division of Engineering Services (DES) prepared in accordance with FAR Part 36. 

The purpose of this project is to provide a backup emergency power source to the Verne E. Gibbs Health Center, Pryor Health Station, and the Arapahoe Health Center. The emergency generator shall provide emergency power supply to keep medical equipment and life saving devices functional like oxygen pumps, ventilators, and surgical equipment tools online. Also, the emergency power supply is capable of keeping heating and cooling systems operational. Supplying the listed health facilities with a backup emergency generator with the recommended appurtenances will also keep the egress pathways (emergency exit lights) visible. The new emergency generator will be capable of providing emergency backup power to the existing health care facility for up to 96 hours.

This project will be procured as a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set‐aside solicitation under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. The associated size standard for this procurement is $45 million. Please review all attachments to this notice for details.

SCOPE OF WORK:  See Section C of the attached solicitation for details.

LOCATION OF PROJECT:  All work shall be performed at the following three (3) locations.

Verne E. Gibbs Health Center in Poplar, MT

Pryor Health Station in Pryor, MT

Arapahoe Health Center in Arapahoe, WY

CONSTRUCTION DURATION:  Period of Performance is 365 calendar days after issuance of a Notice to Proceed.

CONSTRUCTION MAGNITUDE: In accordance with FAR 36.204, the magnitude of this construction project is anticipated to be between $1,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00.

SITE VISIT:  See Section L.6. FAR 52.236-27 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION)(FEB 1995) ALTERNATE I (FEB 1995)

CONTRACT TYPE:  The IHS intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) construction contract in support of this requirement. This solicitation will be procured as a Request for Proposal (RFP) in accordance with FAR Part 15 and 36 procedures.

PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS: See Sections L&M of the solicitation.

PROPOSAL DUE DATE: The offeror’s proposal shall be submitted electronically no later than the due date and time indicated in block 13 of the SF 1442,unless changed by amendment.

EVALUATION: In accordance with FAR 15.101-2, the evaluation for this award will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable proposal (LPTA).  See Sections L&M of the solicitation for specific requirements.  Prices proposed must reflect the offeror’s understanding of the requirement, ability to perform, and be considered fair and reasonable to the Government.

Price is the discriminating factor for award among eligible offers. The total firm fixed price listed in block 17 of the SF1442 shall be utilized for the overall price evaluation and to determine the lowest priced offer.

QUESTIONS: Offerors shall submit all questions concerning this solicitation in writing to the Contract Specialist, Jong Kim, at jong.kim@ihs.gov  

NOTE: ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.  SEE SOLICITATION FOR OFFICIAL DATES, TIMES, AND LOCATIONS OF SITE VISITS AND DEADLINES.

For the purposes of this procurement, a concern is considered a small business if its average annual revenue for the last five (5) years is less than $45 million. For information concerning NAICS and SBA size standards, go to http://www.sba.gov.

It is the responsibility of the contractor to check https://sam.gov/ frequently for any amendments or changes to the solicitation.  Hard copy documents will NOT be available – all documents for proposal purposes will be posted at the website for download by interested parties.

NOTE: Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database is mandatory to be considered for award.  Offerors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements via the internet at: https://www.sam.gov.  Contractors are encouraged to complete SAM registration as soon as possible; the government may not delay award for the purpose of allowing a contractor additional time to register in SAM.

Update #4 ·

Amendment A0003

The purpose of this amendment is to extend the RFP response date & time from May 23, 2025, 1:00 PM PDT to June 5, 2025,
1:00 PM PDT.

See attached Amendment A0003 for detailed information.

End of A0003

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Amendment A0002

The purpose of this amendment is for the followings;

  • Q&A Sheet as of May 7., 2025
  • Site Visit Sign-In Sheets
  • Changing Period of Performance from 180 Calendar Days to 365 Calendar Days in SF1442 Block 11, and Section F.2.

See attached Amendment A0002 for detailed information.

End of A0002

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Amendment A0001

The purpose of this amendment is to correct the following information in the SAM Solicitation description.

Change from 100% Small Business Set-Aside t
                  to 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set‐aside.

See attached Amendment A0001 for detailed information.

End of A0001

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This is a Solicitation Notice for solicitation number 75H70125R00039, Billings Area (Poplar, MT / Pryor, MT / Arapahoe, WY) Generator Project, a construction project for the Indian Health Service (IHS), Division of Engineering Services (DES) prepared in accordance with FAR Part 36. 

The purpose of this project is to provide a backup emergency power source to the Verne E. Gibbs Health Center, Pryor Health Station, and the Arapahoe Health Center. The emergency generator shall provide emergency power supply to keep medical equipment and life saving devices functional like oxygen pumps, ventilators, and surgical equipment tools online. Also, the emergency power supply is capable of keeping heating and cooling systems operational. Supplying the listed health facilities with a backup emergency generator with the recommended appurtenances will also keep the egress pathways (emergency exit lights) visible. The new emergency generator will be capable of providing emergency backup power to the existing health care facility for up to 96 hours.

This project will be procured as a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set‐aside solicitation under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. The associated size standard for this procurement is $45 million. Please review all attachments to this notice for details.

SCOPE OF WORK:  See Section C of the attached solicitation for details.

LOCATION OF PROJECT:  All work shall be performed at the following three (3) locations.

Verne E. Gibbs Health Center in Poplar, MT

Pryor Health Station in Pryor, MT

Arapahoe Health Center in Arapahoe, WY

CONSTRUCTION DURATION:  Period of Performance is 365 calendar days after issuance of a Notice to Proceed.

CONSTRUCTION MAGNITUDE: In accordance with FAR 36.204, the magnitude of this construction project is anticipated to be between $1,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00.

SITE VISIT:  See Section L.6. FAR 52.236-27 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION)(FEB 1995) ALTERNATE I (FEB 1995)

CONTRACT TYPE:  The IHS intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) construction contract in support of this requirement. This solicitation will be procured as a Request for Proposal (RFP) in accordance with FAR Part 15 and 36 procedures.

PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS: See Sections L&M of the solicitation.

PROPOSAL DUE DATE: The offeror’s proposal shall be submitted electronically no later than the due date and time indicated in block 13 of the SF 1442,unless changed by amendment.

EVALUATION: In accordance with FAR 15.101-2, the evaluation for this award will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable proposal (LPTA).  See Sections L&M of the solicitation for specific requirements.  Prices proposed must reflect the offeror’s understanding of the requirement, ability to perform, and be considered fair and reasonable to the Government.

Price is the discriminating factor for award among eligible offers. The total firm fixed price listed in block 17 of the SF1442 shall be utilized for the overall price evaluation and to determine the lowest priced offer.

QUESTIONS: Offerors shall submit all questions concerning this solicitation in writing to the Contract Specialist, Jong Kim, at jong.kim@ihs.gov  

NOTE: ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.  SEE SOLICITATION FOR OFFICIAL DATES, TIMES, AND LOCATIONS OF SITE VISITS AND DEADLINES.

For the purposes of this procurement, a concern is considered a small business if its average annual revenue for the last five (5) years is less than $45 million. For information concerning NAICS and SBA size standards, go to http://www.sba.gov.

It is the responsibility of the contractor to check https://sam.gov/ frequently for any amendments or changes to the solicitation.  Hard copy documents will NOT be available – all documents for proposal purposes will be posted at the website for download by interested parties.

NOTE: Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database is mandatory to be considered for award.  Offerors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements via the internet at: https://www.sam.gov.  Contractors are encouraged to complete SAM registration as soon as possible; the government may not delay award for the purpose of allowing a contractor additional time to register in SAM.

Update #3 ·

Amendment A0002

The purpose of this amendment is for the followings;

  • Q&A Sheet as of May 7., 2025
  • Site Visit Sign-In Sheets
  • Changing Period of Performance from 180 Calendar Days to 365 Calendar Days in SF1442 Block 11, and Section F.2.

See attached Amendment A0002 for detailed information.

End of A0002

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Amendment A0001

The purpose of this amendment is to correct the following information in the SAM Solicitation description.

Change from 100% Small Business Set-Aside t
                  to 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set‐aside.

See attached Amendment A0001 for detailed information.

End of A0001

#########################################################################################################

This is a Solicitation Notice for solicitation number 75H70125R00039, Billings Area (Poplar, MT / Pryor, MT / Arapahoe, WY) Generator Project, a construction project for the Indian Health Service (IHS), Division of Engineering Services (DES) prepared in accordance with FAR Part 36. 

The purpose of this project is to provide a backup emergency power source to the Verne E. Gibbs Health Center, Pryor Health Station, and the Arapahoe Health Center. The emergency generator shall provide emergency power supply to keep medical equipment and life saving devices functional like oxygen pumps, ventilators, and surgical equipment tools online. Also, the emergency power supply is capable of keeping heating and cooling systems operational. Supplying the listed health facilities with a backup emergency generator with the recommended appurtenances will also keep the egress pathways (emergency exit lights) visible. The new emergency generator will be capable of providing emergency backup power to the existing health care facility for up to 96 hours.

This project will be procured as a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set‐aside solicitation under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. The associated size standard for this procurement is $45 million. Please review all attachments to this notice for details.

SCOPE OF WORK:  See Section C of the attached solicitation for details.

LOCATION OF PROJECT:  All work shall be performed at the following three (3) locations.

Verne E. Gibbs Health Center in Poplar, MT

Pryor Health Station in Pryor, MT

Arapahoe Health Center in Arapahoe, WY

CONSTRUCTION DURATION:  Period of Performance is 365 calendar days after issuance of a Notice to Proceed.

CONSTRUCTION MAGNITUDE: In accordance with FAR 36.204, the magnitude of this construction project is anticipated to be between $1,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00.

SITE VISIT:  See Section L.6. FAR 52.236-27 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION)(FEB 1995) ALTERNATE I (FEB 1995)

CONTRACT TYPE:  The IHS intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) construction contract in support of this requirement. This solicitation will be procured as a Request for Proposal (RFP) in accordance with FAR Part 15 and 36 procedures.

PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS: See Sections L&M of the solicitation.

PROPOSAL DUE DATE: The offeror’s proposal shall be submitted electronically no later than the due date and time indicated in block 13 of the SF 1442,unless changed by amendment.

EVALUATION: In accordance with FAR 15.101-2, the evaluation for this award will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable proposal (LPTA).  See Sections L&M of the solicitation for specific requirements.  Prices proposed must reflect the offeror’s understanding of the requirement, ability to perform, and be considered fair and reasonable to the Government.

Price is the discriminating factor for award among eligible offers. The total firm fixed price listed in block 17 of the SF1442 shall be utilized for the overall price evaluation and to determine the lowest priced offer.

QUESTIONS: Offerors shall submit all questions concerning this solicitation in writing to the Contract Specialist, Jong Kim, at jong.kim@ihs.gov  

NOTE: ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.  SEE SOLICITATION FOR OFFICIAL DATES, TIMES, AND LOCATIONS OF SITE VISITS AND DEADLINES.

For the purposes of this procurement, a concern is considered a small business if its average annual revenue for the last five (5) years is less than $45 million. For information concerning NAICS and SBA size standards, go to http://www.sba.gov.

It is the responsibility of the contractor to check https://sam.gov/ frequently for any amendments or changes to the solicitation.  Hard copy documents will NOT be available – all documents for proposal purposes will be posted at the website for download by interested parties.

NOTE: Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database is mandatory to be considered for award.  Offerors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements via the internet at: https://www.sam.gov.  Contractors are encouraged to complete SAM registration as soon as possible; the government may not delay award for the purpose of allowing a contractor additional time to register in SAM.

Update #2 ·

Amendment A0001

The purpose of this amendment is to correct the following information in the SAM Solicitation description.

Change from 100% Small Business Set-Aside t
                  to 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set‐aside.

See attached Amendment A0001 for detailed information.

End of A0001

#########################################################################################################

This is a Solicitation Notice for solicitation number 75H70125R00039, Billings Area (Poplar, MT / Pryor, MT / Arapahoe, WY) Generator Project, a construction project for the Indian Health Service (IHS), Division of Engineering Services (DES) prepared in accordance with FAR Part 36. 

The purpose of this project is to provide a backup emergency power source to the Verne E. Gibbs Health Center, Pryor Health Station, and the Arapahoe Health Center. The emergency generator shall provide emergency power supply to keep medical equipment and life saving devices functional like oxygen pumps, ventilators, and surgical equipment tools online. Also, the emergency power supply is capable of keeping heating and cooling systems operational. Supplying the listed health facilities with a backup emergency generator with the recommended appurtenances will also keep the egress pathways (emergency exit lights) visible. The new emergency generator will be capable of providing emergency backup power to the existing health care facility for up to 96 hours.

This project will be procured as a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set‐aside solicitation under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. The associated size standard for this procurement is $45 million. Please review all attachments to this notice for details.

SCOPE OF WORK:  See Section C of the attached solicitation for details.

LOCATION OF PROJECT:  All work shall be performed at the following three (3) locations.

Verne E. Gibbs Health Center in Poplar, MT

Pryor Health Station in Pryor, MT

Arapahoe Health Center in Arapahoe, WY

CONSTRUCTION DURATION:  Period of Performance is 180 calendar days after issuance of a Notice to Proceed.

CONSTRUCTION MAGNITUDE: In accordance with FAR 36.204, the magnitude of this construction project is anticipated to be between $1,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00.

SITE VISIT:  See Section L.6. FAR 52.236-27 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION)(FEB 1995) ALTERNATE I (FEB 1995)

CONTRACT TYPE:  The IHS intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) construction contract in support of this requirement. This solicitation will be procured as a Request for Proposal (RFP) in accordance with FAR Part 15 and 36 procedures.

PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS: See Sections L&M of the solicitation.

PROPOSAL DUE DATE: The offeror’s proposal shall be submitted electronically no later than the due date and time indicated in block 13 of the SF 1442,unless changed by amendment.

EVALUATION: In accordance with FAR 15.101-2, the evaluation for this award will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable proposal (LPTA).  See Sections L&M of the solicitation for specific requirements.  Prices proposed must reflect the offeror’s understanding of the requirement, ability to perform, and be considered fair and reasonable to the Government.

Price is the discriminating factor for award among eligible offers. The total firm fixed price listed in block 17 of the SF1442 shall be utilized for the overall price evaluation and to determine the lowest priced offer.

QUESTIONS: Offerors shall submit all questions concerning this solicitation in writing to the Contract Specialist, Jong Kim, at jong.kim@ihs.gov  

NOTE: ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.  SEE SOLICITATION FOR OFFICIAL DATES, TIMES, AND LOCATIONS OF SITE VISITS AND DEADLINES.

For the purposes of this procurement, a concern is considered a small business if its average annual revenue for the last five (5) years is less than $45 million. For information concerning NAICS and SBA size standards, go to http://www.sba.gov.

It is the responsibility of the contractor to check https://sam.gov/ frequently for any amendments or changes to the solicitation.  Hard copy documents will NOT be available – all documents for proposal purposes will be posted at the website for download by interested parties.

NOTE: Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database is mandatory to be considered for award.  Offerors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements via the internet at: https://www.sam.gov.  Contractors are encouraged to complete SAM registration as soon as possible; the government may not delay award for the purpose of allowing a contractor additional time to register in SAM.

Update #1 ·

This is a Solicitation Notice for solicitation number 75H70125R00039, Billings Area (Poplar, MT / Pryor, MT / Arapahoe, WY) Generator Project, a construction project for the Indian Health Service (IHS), Division of Engineering Services (DES) prepared in accordance with FAR Part 36. 

The purpose of this project is to provide a backup emergency power source to the Verne E. Gibbs Health Center, Pryor Health Station, and the Arapahoe Health Center. The emergency generator shall provide emergency power supply to keep medical equipment and life saving devices functional like oxygen pumps, ventilators, and surgical equipment tools online. Also, the emergency power supply is capable of keeping heating and cooling systems operational. Supplying the listed health facilities with a backup emergency generator with the recommended appurtenances will also keep the egress pathways (emergency exit lights) visible. The new emergency generator will be capable of providing emergency backup power to the existing health care facility for up to 96 hours.

This project will be procured as a 100% Small Business set-aside solicitation under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. The associated size standard for this procurement is $45 million. Please review all attachments to this notice for details.

SCOPE OF WORK:  See Section C of the attached solicitation for details.

LOCATION OF PROJECT:  All work shall be performed at the following three (3) locations.

Verne E. Gibbs Health Center in Poplar, MT

Pryor Health Station in Pryor, MT

Arapahoe Health Center in Arapahoe, WY

CONSTRUCTION DURATION:  Period of Performance is 180 calendar days after issuance of a Notice to Proceed.

CONSTRUCTION MAGNITUDE: In accordance with FAR 36.204, the magnitude of this construction project is anticipated to be between $1,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00.

SITE VISIT:  See Section L.6. FAR 52.236-27 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION)(FEB 1995) ALTERNATE I (FEB 1995)

CONTRACT TYPE:  The IHS intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) construction contract in support of this requirement. This solicitation will be procured as a Request for Proposal (RFP) in accordance with FAR Part 15 and 36 procedures.

PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS: See Sections L&M of the solicitation.

PROPOSAL DUE DATE: The offeror’s proposal shall be submitted electronically no later than the due date and time indicated in block 13 of the SF 1442,unless changed by amendment.

EVALUATION: In accordance with FAR 15.101-2, the evaluation for this award will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable proposal (LPTA).  See Sections L&M of the solicitation for specific requirements.  Prices proposed must reflect the offeror’s understanding of the requirement, ability to perform, and be considered fair and reasonable to the Government.

Price is the discriminating factor for award among eligible offers. The total firm fixed price listed in block 17 of the SF1442 shall be utilized for the overall price evaluation and to determine the lowest priced offer.

QUESTIONS: Offerors shall submit all questions concerning this solicitation in writing to the Contract Specialist, Jong Kim, at jong.kim@ihs.gov  

NOTE: ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.  SEE SOLICITATION FOR OFFICIAL DATES, TIMES, AND LOCATIONS OF SITE VISITS AND DEADLINES.

For the purposes of this procurement, a concern is considered a small business if its average annual revenue for the last five (5) years is less than $45 million. For information concerning NAICS and SBA size standards, go to http://www.sba.gov.

It is the responsibility of the contractor to check https://sam.gov/ frequently for any amendments or changes to the solicitation.  Hard copy documents will NOT be available – all documents for proposal purposes will be posted at the website for download by interested parties.

NOTE: Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database is mandatory to be considered for award.  Offerors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements via the internet at: https://www.sam.gov.  Contractors are encouraged to complete SAM registration as soon as possible; the government may not delay award for the purpose of allowing a contractor additional time to register in SAM.

Files

File Type Posted
B05 Amdnment A0005-75H70125R00039 Billings Area Generator project.pdf PDF
B05 Amdnment A0004-75H70125R00039 Billings Area Generator project.pdf PDF
B05 Amdnment A0003-75H70125R00039 Billings Area Generator project.pdf PDF
B01 RFP 75H70125R00039 Revised by A0003.pdf PDF
B01 RFP 75H70125R00039 Revised by A0002.pdf PDF
B05 Amdnment A0002-75H70125R00039 Billings Area Generator project.pdf PDF
B05 Amdnment A0001-75H70125R00039 Billings Area Generator project.pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J02-d Specification Vol II for Pryor.pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J03-a Drawings for Verne E Gibbs.pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J06 IHS IEE Representation Form.pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J01-c Wage Determination WY20250009 Fremont County 2025 03 14 .pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J02-a Specification Vol I for Verne E Gibbs.pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J02-f Specification Vol II for Arapahoe.pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J07 Self Performed Calculation Sheet.docx DOCX document
B01 Attachment J01-a Wage Determination MT20250050 Roosevelt County 2025 03 14.pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J02-b Specification Vol II for Verne E Gibbs.pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J02-c Specification Vol I for Pryor.pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J02-e Specification Vol I for Arapahoe.pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J03-b Drawings for Pryor.pdf PDF
B01 RFP 75H70125R00039.pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J01-b Wage Determination MT20250056 Big Horn County 2025 03 14.pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J03-c Drawings for Arapahoe.pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J04 Company Specialized Experience Form Construction.pdf PDF
B01 Attachment J05 Past Performance Questionnaire.docx DOCX document
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Billings Area (Poplar, MT / Pryor, MT / Arapahoe, WY) Generator Project Award Award Notice
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Billings Area (Poplar, MT / Pryor, MT / Arapahoe, WY) Generator Project Pre-Solicitation
Billings Area (Poplar, MT / Pryor, MT / Arapahoe, WY) Generator Project Original Pre-Solicitation

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