Repair blower units & replace squirrel cage

The Bureau of Indian Affairs Western Region is soliciting quotes for repair of blower units and replacement of a squirrel cage at the Northern Cheyenne Juvenile Detention Center in Busby, Montana. The scope of work involves comprehensive repair and replacement services for two Trane HVAC blower motor systems (20 HP motors), with specific requirements for restoring 100% operational capacity, ensuring compliance with OSHA, NATE, and manufacturer specifications, and minimizing facility disruption. The contract will be awarded on a firm-fixed-price basis to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous considering price and technical capability, including the contractor's qualifications, experience with similar HVAC services, key personnel availability, and past performance. Evaluation will also consider CPARS data and demonstrated expertise in HVAC blower motor repair and replacement operations. Quotes are due by 5:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time on March 30, 2026, with questions from offerors required to be submitted no later than March 20, 2026.

This solicitation is a 100% set-aside for Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) under the Buy Indian Act, requiring offerors to submit an IEE Representation Form certifying that they meet the definition of an IEE with 51% or greater Indian ownership. There are no identified incumbent contractors or award value estimates provided in the solicitation documents. The anticipated contract performance period is 60 calendar days with an 8-day execution window for the actual work. The scope includes site assessment with crane operations (minimum 5-ton capacity with NCCCO-certified operator), motor replacement with OEM parts, and comprehensive testing at multiple operational capacities, along with delivery of test reports, as-built documentation, operation and maintenance manuals, and training materials. The place of performance is the Northern Cheyenne Juvenile Detention Center in Busby, Montana, and all work must comply with applicable Service Contract Labor Standards wage determinations for the relevant Montana counties.