Tractor for St Stephens Indian School
ID: 140A2324Q0508Type: Solicitation
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Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSINDIAN EDUCATION ACQUISITION OFFICEAlbuquerque, NM, 87104, USA

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Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924)

PSC

TRACTORS, WHEELED (2420)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Indian Affairs, is soliciting offers for the procurement of a John Deere tractor for the St. Stephens Indian School, as part of an initiative to enhance educational resources in Native American communities. The solicitation includes a request for a John Deere Tractor model 2025R, along with additional equipment such as mowers, blades, and snow blowers, with a delivery deadline set for February 1, 2025. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses, particularly Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs), to promote participation in federal contracting. Interested parties must submit their proposals by September 11, 2024, at 5:00 PM EDT, and can contact Ashleigh Cleveland at Ashleigh.Cleveland@bia.gov for further information.

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    The document is an amendment to a federal solicitation with the identification number 140A2324Q0508. The amendment's main purpose is to extend the solicitation's closing date for offers from September 4, 2024, to September 11, 2024, at 5:00 PM EDT, thereby opening the opportunity to all small businesses. It also outlines the requirements for offerors to acknowledge receipt of the amendment, detailing methods for submission such as letter or electronic communication. The document specifies that previous terms and conditions remain unchanged and outlines modification procedures for pre-existing contracts/orders. Additionally, it includes a description of supplies/services, specifically noting a request for a John Deere tractor with an enclosed cab (model 2025R) as part of the solicitation. Overall, this amendment serves to ensure broader accessibility for small businesses while maintaining regulatory compliance in the offer submission process.
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) for acquiring various John Deere equipment, specifically for the St. Stephens Indian School, as part of an initiative to support educational institutions in Indian communities. The solicitation includes details on the type of equipment requested, delivery logistics, pricing requirements, and applicable government regulations. It notably emphasizes that the opportunity is set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs), aligning with federal mandates to promote small business participation. Key elements include: 1. **Acquisition Details**: Specific equipment like a John Deere Tractor 2025R, mowers, blades, and snow blowers are specified, with a delivery date set for February 1, 2025. 2. **Proposal Submission**: Offers must include a firm fixed price and adhere to detailed invoicing and payment requirements, electronically processed through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's system. 3. **Compliance**: Contractors must comply with federal acquisition regulations, ensuring security of personal identifiable information and maintaining transparency in operations. 4. **Evaluation Criteria**: Proposals will be evaluated based on technical capability and price, where the lowest acceptable price meeting specifications will be prioritized. The document indicates the U.S. government's commitment to enhancing educational resources in Native American communities while supporting small business growth.
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