S--Museum Maintenance Assistant Support IACB's MPI
ID: 140D0425Q0241Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEDEPARTMENTAL OFFICESIBC ACQ SVCS DIRECTORATE (00004)HERNDON, VA, 20170, USA

NAICS

Facilities Support Services (561210)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- FACILITIES OPERATIONS SUPPORT (S216)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/716b5fd57dc74e81b6da92d01e7832e7/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Indian Arts and Crafts Board (IACB), is seeking a contractor to provide full-time Museum Assistant support at the Museum of the Plains Indian (MPI) located in Browning, Montana. The contractor will be responsible for various duties, including grounds upkeep, general facility repairs, landscaping, cleaning, and visitor assistance, from March 3, 2025, to September 30, 2025. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses, emphasizing the importance of compliance with federal labor standards and the utilization of small business resources in federal contracts. Interested parties should contact Catherine Mattocks at CATHERINE_MATTOCKS@IBC.DOI.GOV or call 703-964-8409 for further details, and must acknowledge receipt of any amendments to the solicitation to ensure consideration.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mattocks, Catherine
    (703) 964-8409
    (907) 271-4788
    CATHERINE_MATTOCKS@IBC.DOI.GOV
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    A04_SOW.pdf
    The Indian Arts and Crafts Board (IACB) seeks a contractor to provide a full-time Museum Assistant for the Museum of the Plains Indian (MPI) in Browning, Montana, from March 3 to September 30, 2025. The role includes landscaping, cleaning, basic maintenance tasks (electrical, plumbing, HVAC), snow removal, and visitor assistance. The assistant will work Monday to Friday initially, then Tuesday to Saturday, with no work on federal holidays. Candidates should possess a background in maintenance or facilities management, though certification in related fields is preferred but not mandatory. The contractor must perform background checks, submit personnel resumes for approval, and secure necessary tribal permits within five days of contract award. A kickoff meeting will occur within five days after contract award to align roles and responsibilities. The total performance period is defined along with a firm-fixed-price contract structure. Government-supplied equipment will be provided for task execution, ensuring the assistant can effectively perform all duties required during this timeframe.
    Sol_140D0425Q0241_Amd_0001.pdf
    This document serves as an amendment to solicitation number 140D0425Q0241, issued by the Acquisition Services Directorate, Interior Business Center. The amendment stipulates that offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment to ensure consideration for contract modifications or offers. It details acceptable methods for acknowledgment such as completing the document, sending a separate letter, or using electronic communication. The amendment includes the addition of several clauses that had been inadvertently omitted, namely 1452.201-70, 1452.203-70, 1452.215-71, and 1452.233-2, specifically relating to DOI Electronic Invoicing. The effective period for the offer is set from March 3, 2025, to September 30, 2025. Other terms and conditions remain unchanged, maintaining the integrity of the original solicitation. Overall, the amendment aims to clarify and enhance the contract's legal and operational framework, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations.
    Sol_140D0425Q0241.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for acquiring a Museum Assistant at the Indian Arts and Crafts Board (IACB)/Museum of the Plains Indian (MPI) located on the Blackfeet Reservation in Browning, Montana. The project is entirely set aside for small businesses, following Federal Acquisition Regulation procedures for commercial items. The selected contractor will provide one full-time Museum Assistant for support duties, including facility upkeep and repairs, from March 3, 2025, to September 30, 2025. The RFP specifies a fixed price award and incorporates various federal acquisition clauses, emphasizing compliance with labor standards, small business utilization, and prohibitions against specific telecommunications services. Key contact details, including the Contracting Officer, Catherine Mattocks, are also provided for inquiries. The RFP aims to enhance service delivery within the museum while fostering small business participation in federal contracts.
    Wage_Determination_-_Montana.pdf
    The document consists of various fragmented data likely related to government Requests for Proposal (RFP), federal grants, and state/local RFPs. Although the text appears corrupted and lacks coherent structure, several elements indicate a focus on procurement processes, compliance with regulations, and project specifications. Key components include references to funding requirements, project guidelines, evaluation criteria, and potential project scopes across different sectors. The context of government RFPs suggests that the document outlines expectations for contractors and stakeholders regarding project submissions, emphasizing the importance of adhering to federal and local standards. Overall, while the content is challenging to interpret due to formatting issues, it underscores the procedures and essentials of procurement in government settings, aiming to facilitate efficient project execution within regulatory frameworks.
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