Elderly Fencing Project

The Gila River Indian Community Procurement Department is requesting bids on the Elderly Fencing Project to install chain link fencing around elderly residential homes across Gila River Indian Community Districts One through Six, with bids due May 21, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. via Bonfire. Indian Enterprise Preference applies — qualified Indian-owned economic enterprises meeting the lowest responsive bid threshold within a specified percentage variance receive award priority.

The scope covers approximately 58 elder home sites, each receiving approximately 400 linear feet of 5-foot tall, 11-gauge galvanized chain link fencing with 2-inch mesh. Gates vary by site: either an 18-, 20-, or 23-foot wide double swing gate and a 4-foot wide single swing gate where applicable. The contractor must clear and grade the fence line and remove all debris. A two-year warranty on all workmanship is required from final completion.

Bidders must hold an active Arizona contractor license and bond. Prior to commencing work, contractors must obtain a Tribal Business License and comply with the Community's Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance and Tribal Native Plant Ordinance. Insurance requirements are Commercial General Liability ($1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate), Automobile Liability ($1 million combined single limits), Excess Liability ($2 million), and Workers Compensation as required by Arizona law.

Bid submissions must include pricing on a unit price schedule basis (100% all-inclusive cost), financial statements (audited preferred), contractor qualifications statement, previous participation certifications, and certifications regarding debarment, non-collusion, and Indian enterprise status if applicable. Questions are due May 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., with responses provided by May 13, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Bid opening is scheduled for May 21, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. via WebEx. Bid review and vendor notification are expected by June 1, 2026. Payment is made within 30 days of department approval of invoices.