Lvns playground&shade structure project

The Department of the Interior Bureau of Indian Affairs Bureau of Indian Education is soliciting proposals for the LVNS PLAYGROUND&SHADE STRUCTURE PROJECT, a design-build services contract to upgrade the playground at the Lake Valley Navajo School in Crownpoint, New Mexico. The project includes demolition of the existing playground surface and equipment, and installation of new playground equipment, shade structures, and landscaping. Key requirements include IPEMA certification for the playground equipment and surfacing, ADA accessibility, and oversight by a certified playground safety inspector during installation. Proposals are due by April 25, 2024 at 3:00 PM MDT, and the period of performance is 180 calendar days after the notice to proceed.

This is a 100% Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) set-aside opportunity, with an estimated price range between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The NAICS code is 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, and the PSC code is Y1EB - Construction of Recreation Facilities. The award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror using the IEE evaluation criteria. The contractor must comply with Davis-Bacon wage requirements and obtain necessary permits and approvals from the tribe. Key details include site access, background screening requirements, bonding, and tribal tax/TERO fee requirements.