68--PROPANE
ID: 140A1125Q0036Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSWESTERN REGIONPHOENIX, AZ, 85004, USA

NAICS

Petroleum Refineries (324110)

PSC

GASES: COMPRESSED AND LIQUEFIED (6830)

Set Aside

Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (IEE)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 3, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 11, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is seeking qualified Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) to provide propane delivery services at the Truxton Canon Agency in Arizona. The procurement aims to ensure an uninterrupted supply of liquefied propane gas (LP gas) to support the operations of federally owned facilities, with responsibilities including regular tank inspections, maintenance, and repairs of associated equipment. This contract is crucial for maintaining reliable utility services at multiple locations, including Valentine, Peach Springs, and Supai, and is scheduled to run from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025. Interested vendors must submit their responses by April 10, 2025, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time, via email to Danielle Bitsilly at danielle.bitsilly@bia.gov, and comply with registration requirements in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.

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Apr 3, 2025, 8:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a non-personal services contract for the delivery of liquefied propane gas (LP gas) to the Truxton Canon Agency, a federal establishment that manages utilities for federally owned facilities. The contract requires the vendor to maintain an uninterrupted supply of propane, conduct regular checks on tanks, and perform both minor and major repairs on associated equipment. The service period is scheduled from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025, with operations taking place Monday through Friday, barring federal holidays or emergencies. Specific delivery locations include various buildings in Valentine, Peach Springs, and Supai, Arizona, with a total of fourteen propane tanks of differing capacities. Key compliance standards such as NEPA, ASME, and OSHA must be adhered to during service delivery. Clint Walker serves as the main point of contact for this contract. The document demonstrates the federal government's objective to ensure reliable propane supply and maintenance to support the operations of its facilities.
Apr 3, 2025, 8:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a non-personal services contract for the delivery of propane to the Truxton Canon Agency, a federal facility that manages its own utilities, including LP gas. The contractor is responsible for supplying propane, maintaining tank integrity, conducting repairs on related equipment, and ensuring an uninterrupted gas supply. Weekly inspections of propane tanks during standard business hours are mandated. The performance period for this contract is from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025, and services are to be provided primarily at specified buildings in Valentine, Peach Springs, and Supai, Arizona. The contractor must comply with various safety and regulatory standards and maintain a workforce capable of fulfilling requirements even during agency closures. The primary point of contact for this contract is Clint Walker, the Facility Manager.
Apr 3, 2025, 8:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a non-personal services contract for the delivery of propane to the Bureau of Indian Affairs at the Truxton Canon Agency. The contractor is responsible for maintaining an uninterrupted supply of LP gas across multiple facilities located in Arizona, including necessary equipment, repairs, and compliance with safety regulations. Key responsibilities include weekly tank checks, immediate refueling, and lighting pilots if propane shortages occur. The contract's performance period is set from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025, with operations conducted Monday to Friday during standard business hours, excluding federal holidays or emergency closures. Specific locations for propane delivery include sites in Valentine, Peach Springs, and Supai, each with designated tank capacities. Clint Walker, the Facility Manager, serves as the primary contact for this contract. This summary highlights the contract's purpose of ensuring reliable propane delivery to federal facilities and outlines the essential duties expected from the contractor.
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