Inactive Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

INTRODUCTION: The Sanitation Facilities Construction Program was created via P.L. 86-121 with the primary purpose of providing safe sanitary facilities for Indian homes. The homesite currently does no... INTRODUCTION: The Sanitation Facilities Construction Program was created via P.L. 86-121 with the primary purpose of providing safe sanitary facilities for Indian homes. The homesite currently does not have effective wastewater services, and is eligible for assistance under the SFC Program. The Billings Area Indian Health Service in Billings, Montana is acquiring construction services in accordance with the attached technical specifications associated with Request for Quotation (RFQ) 75H70922Q-013 for drainfields with performance occurring on the Crow Indian Reservation, Montana. The procurement is conducted pursuant to the authority of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures and FAR 36, Construction and Architect—Engineer Contracts. This solicitation is 100% small business set-aside. SCOPE OF WORK: The scope of work is to provide septic tanks, drain field chambers, pipe and excavations services to install wastewater collection and/or treatments for the residents of the home. The system will convey wastewater from the home to the treatment and disposal system, and training will be given on how to operate & maintain the system. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Period of Performance will for 12-months contingent upon award. WAGE DETERMINATION: General Decision Number: MT20220076 Dated 06/24/2022 is applicable to the construction services as set forth in 40 U.S.C. chapter 31, subchapter IV, Wage Rate Requirements (Heavy), formerly known as the Davis-Bacon Act. The estimated price range for this project is between $100,000 and $250,000. One of the payment protections referenced in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.228-13, Alternative Payment Protections, must be submitted to this office prior to commencing work. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS: The work is to be performed in compliance with the IHS-BAO Technical Specifications. Submittals, materials, construction methods, quality standards, and estimated quantities are defined by the technical specifications. Contractor shall provide personnel with all required certifications and knowledgeable in the construction of septic systems and community sewer services. The contractor is required to obtain registration with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI). Forms for registration are available from the Department of Labor and Industry, P.O. Box 8011, 1805 Prospect, Helena, Montana 59604-8011. Information on registration can be obtained by calling (406) 444-7734. Contractor is required to have registered with the DLI prior to bidding on this project. All workers employed by the contractor or subcontractors in performance of the construction work shall be paid wages at rates as may be required by the laws of the Crow Tribe.