BFSU Utility - Natural Gas Services
ID: BFSU-25-023Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEBILLINGS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCBILLINGS, MT, 59107, USA

NAICS

Natural Gas Distribution (221210)

PSC

UTILITIES- GAS (S111)

Set Aside

Local Area Set-Aside (FAR 26.2) (LAS)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d30866db1a3c48a6877f4bcc5f652285/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, intends to award a sole source contract to Northwestern Energy Corporation for the provision of natural gas services to the Blackfeet Service Unit in Browning, Montana. The contract, valued at $37,000, will ensure adequate heating and cooking facilities in government quarters, with services commencing on January 1, 2025, and concluding on December 31, 2025. This procurement is critical for maintaining essential services and infrastructure within the managed quarters, emphasizing the government's commitment to operational functionality. Interested firms that believe they can provide similar natural gas services are encouraged to contact Shannon Connelly at shannon.connelly@ihs.gov within seven days of this notice, as no competitive proposals will be solicited.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Shannon Connelly
    (406) 338-6452
    shannon.connelly@ihs.gov
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    A05 - SOW - Northwestern Energy 2025.docx
    The document outlines a Statement of Work (SOW) for NorthWestern Energy Corporation, detailing the provision of natural gas services to government quarters. The primary purpose is to ensure adequate heating and cooking facilities in individual quarters attached to the Blackfeet Service Unit in Browning, Montana. The vendor will supply natural gas via metered lines, in compliance with the Natural Gas Policy Act. The service is scheduled to commence on January 1, 2025, and conclude by December 31, 2025. There are no government-furnished equipment or specific security requirements indicated for this project. The SOW elucidates the fundamental logistical frameworks for the delivery of natural gas services essential for operational functionality in government facilities. This project underscores the government's commitment to maintaining necessary services and infrastructure within managed quarters.
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