SD walk in storm shelters

The U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service's Western South Dakota Complex is seeking to procure five concrete walk-in storm shelters through solicitation 140FS225Q0213. The shelters must meet stringent technical specifications, including 4-inch thick high-strength concrete reinforcement, minimum exterior dimensions of 6'2" x 8'2" x 6'8", ADA-compliant steel doors, and the ability to protect 10 people while withstanding EF4 tornado conditions. This firm-fixed price contract requires comprehensive pricing that includes purchase, delivery (FOB Destination), and complete installation of all units. The government will evaluate proposals based on best value, with conformance to the Scope of Work weighted more heavily than price, allowing award to other than the lowest-priced offeror. Interested contractors must submit quotations on Standard Form 1449 to jeremy_riva@fws.gov by the September 17, 2025 deadline, with delivery and installation required by December 1, 2025.

This procurement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside opportunity under NAICS code 238110 (Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors). The contract calls for delivery of five storm shelters across three specific locations in South Dakota: two units to the Huron WMD office in Wolsey, two units to the Lake Andes National Wildlife Refuge office, and one unit to the Lake Andes NWR Maintenance Shop in Lake Andes. All work must be completed within approximately two and a half months of contract award, with the December 1, 2025 installation deadline being firm. The solicitation requires disclosure of any anticipated subcontractors at the time of quote submission for eligibility consideration. No incumbent contractor or budget range information was provided in the available documentation.