Wind River Agency Generator Replacement

The Department of the Interior Bureau of Indian Affairs Central Office is soliciting replacement of a natural gas generator at the Wind River Agency in Fort Washakie, Wyoming, with proposals due September 11, 2026. The procurement is a competitive set-aside restricted to Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs), as confirmed by Amendment 0002 effective August 25, 2026.

Place of performance is Fort Washakie, Wyoming, specifically at the Office of Justice Service Buildings 1328 and 1329 located at 15994 Highway 287 and 15596 Highway 287. The contractor must remove the existing non-functional generator and install a new natural gas-fired backup power system serving both buildings. The generator must be produced by an industry-recognized manufacturer such as Generac and meet minimum specifications including liquid-cooled inline engine, natural gas fuel, 120/240-volt single-phase output, 200-amp main line circuit breaker, sound-attenuated weather enclosure, critical silencer, fuel flex line, 1000-watt thermostatically controlled engine block heater, and group 26 battery with trickle charger; kW and RPM ratings must be determined from load calculations. Installation includes assessing and potentially replacing or expanding the concrete pad, modifying electrical wiring and natural gas connections, trenching a new electrical line with a maximum depth of 30 inches while avoiding a sewer line approximately 45 inches deep, system testing, staff training on maintenance and operation, and delivering warranty documentation and owner's manuals with one-year installation warranty and three-year equipment warranty. All work must comply with the National Electrical Code, NFPA 110 Standard, and local regulations.

Work begins June 1, 2026, with a 90-calendar-day performance period following Notice to Proceed, performed Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except weekend work requires prior approval. The contract magnitude is between $25,000 and $100,000. Performance bonds are required within 10 calendar days of award. Award is made to the qualified contractor with the lowest total evaluated price. Prevailing wage rates per Wyoming General Decision WY20260041 apply. NAICS code is 238290; PSC code is J061.