Mescalero Mini Split and Fans

The Department of the Interior Bureau of Indian Affairs Central Office seeks installation of a mini-split air conditioning unit and three commercial ceiling fans at its Mescalero Agency facility in Mescalero, New Mexico, with quotes due September 15, 2026 at 1900 Eastern Time. The procurement is restricted to Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) under the Buy Indian Act and requires submission of a completed IEE Representation Form certifying 51% or greater tribal ownership.

Place of performance is Building 94 at the BIA Mescalero Agency, 57 Chatto Drive, Mescalero, New Mexico. The mini-split installation (24,000 BTU, 22.7 SEER2, 2-ton unit with heat pump) must be completed within 2 business days of start, with the ceiling fan installation (three commercial-grade fans) required within 10 business days following approval. All work is scheduled during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Deliverables include fully operational systems, written documentation on operation and maintenance, staff orientation, and a one-year warranty on installation workmanship.

The contract is fixed-price for construction alteration or repair work with a contract value disclosed as less than $15,000. No performance or payment bonds are required. Prevailing wage rates apply per the Department of Labor General Decision for Otero County, New Mexico (Modification 1, issued May 18, 2026), with hourly rates ranging from $11.51 to $43.07 and fringe benefits from 0.00 to 18.11 percent across skilled trades. Contractor insurance must provide minimum coverage of $50,000 per person, $100,000 per occurrence, and $100,000 property damage. Award will be made to the lowest total evaluated price. Contractor shall begin performance within 10 calendar days of award. The NAICS code is 238220, Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors; PSC is Z2AA, Repair Or Alteration Of Office Buildings. Contact Kurt Egner, Contracting Officer, at kurt.egner@bia.gov.