Noxious Weed Treatment for Chickasaw Agency
ID: 140A0826Q0002Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSEASTERN OKLAHOMA REGIONMUSKOGEE, OK, 74402, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- LAND TREATMENT PRACTICES (F006)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/0f32b7c68d0040d28814ff9d69a1d693/view
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), is seeking qualified contractors for a Noxious Weed Treatment project within the Chickasaw Nation boundary in Southern Oklahoma. The objective is to manage approximately 74,000 acres of trust and restricted properties by applying approved herbicides to control the spread of noxious weeds, particularly Musk Thistle, with a target of achieving a 90% weed kill rate. This initiative is crucial for enhancing land productivity and economic value, and the contract is set aside exclusively for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) under NAICS Code 561730, with a firm-fixed-price purchase order anticipated for a performance period of 60 days after receipt of order. Interested parties must submit their proposals by December 17, 2025, and can contact Teihahnietuh McCargo at teihahnietuh.mccargo@bia.gov or (918) 614-1655 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    McCargo, Teihahnietuh
    (918) 614-1655
    teihahnietuh.mccargo@bia.gov
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    Attachment_1_SOW.pdf
    The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Chickasaw Agency is implementing a Noxious Weed Control Program to manage approximately 74,000 acres of trust and restricted properties across 13 counties in Southern Oklahoma. The program aims to prevent the introduction and spread of noxious weeds, particularly Musk Thistle, to enhance land productivity and economic value. The BIA seeks contractors to apply BIA-approved herbicides (Weedmaster, Remedy Ultra, GrazonNext HL, Remedy) on approximately 1966 acres between March 1 and April 30, 2026, with a target of 90% weed kill. Contractors must provide a work plan, adhere to all pesticide laws, be licensed applicators, provide application records, map infestations via GPS, and ensure personnel safety. The BIA will provide herbicides, maps, and a list of target weeds. The program follows an adaptive management approach, including inventory, goal setting, prioritization, control method evaluation, and integrated weed management plans.
    Attachment_2_IEE_Representation_Form.pdf
    This document outlines the self-certification requirements for "Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs)" under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) and Department of the Interior Acquisition Regulation (DIAR) Part 1480. To qualify, an enterprise must meet the IEE definition at the time of offer, contract award, and throughout the contract term. Contracting Officers can request additional eligibility documentation at any point. The document warns against submitting false or misleading information, citing penalties under 18 U.S.C. 1001 for false information and 31 U.S.C. 3729-3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287 for false claims during contract performance. It includes a representation form requiring the Offeror to provide details such as the name of the Federally Recognized Tribal Entity, Unique Entity ID (UEI), legal business name, and the name of the 51% (or greater) owner of the IEE firm, along with a certifying signature and printed name.
    Sol_140A0826Q0002.pdf
    This government Request for Proposal (RFP) (Document Number 140A0826Q0002) is for Noxious Weed Treatment services within the Chickasaw Nation boundary in Garvin, Grady, Johnston, McClain, Marshall, Love, and Stephens Counties, Oklahoma. The acquisition is 100% set-aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) under NAICS Code 561730 (Landscaping Services), with a $9.5M size standard. The Government intends to award a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order, with an anticipated performance period of 60 Days ARO. The solicitation incorporates various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of the Interior Acquisition Regulation (DIAR) clauses, including provisions for electronic invoicing via the IPP system. Offers are due by December 17, 2025, at 1700 ES.
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