Data Analysis and Mapping of Unelectrified Residential Homes on Tribal Lands and Alaska Native Villages

The Department of Energy (DOE) is seeking a small business contractor to conduct comprehensive data analysis and mapping of unelectrified residential homes on tribal lands and Alaska Native villages. The project, managed by the DOE's Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs, requires detailed geospatial research to identify and characterize residential electricity access challenges across tribal territories in Alaska, the contiguous United States, Hawaii, and U.S. territories. Contractors must demonstrate technical capabilities in custom data generation, experience working with indigenous populations, and proficiency in creating complex visualization models and mapping services. Interested parties are required to submit capability statements by December 19, 2024, at 5:00 PM EST to specific DOE contact emails, with submissions addressing core competencies, socioeconomic status, and proposed project timelines. Evaluation will focus on technical approach, understanding of project objectives, and demonstrated expertise in surveying and mapping services.

The opportunity is designated as a small business set-aside under NAICS code 541370 (Surveying and Mapping Services) with a size standard of $19 million. The contract will target analysis of no more than 50 federally recognized tribes, with deliverables including comprehensive lists of tribal nations lacking electricity access, precise counts of unelectrified homes with GPS coordinates, and detailed population and household characteristics related to energy affordability. The period of performance is expected to commence within 30 days of award, with anticipated travel requirements that must be pre-approved by the DOE. While specific award value is not explicitly stated, the $19 million size standard suggests significant potential contract value. Contractors will be required to produce multi-format deliverables including Excel files, PDF visualizations, and web-based data platforms, with strict confidentiality requirements for all findings.