The Housing Authority of the Cherokee Nation (HACN) is seeking bids for the rehabilitation of one building in Muskogee County. The project must be completed within 30 working days, with a penalty of **** per day for extensions. Bids must be submitted by April 16, 2026, at 5 PM via mail, email, or hand delivery. A purchase order will be issued to the lowest, most responsive bidder. Indian preference will be given to bidders with current Cherokee Nation Tribal Employment Office (TERO) certification, which must be submitted with the bid or within three days. The successful bidder must complete the TERO labor agreement and pay applicable fees. The contract is subject to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. Wage rate **** applies. Bidders are encouraged to visit the job site. Payment will be made in two installments: 50% after the inspection report and final payment upon acceptance of work and closing documents. Debarred or suspended contractors are ineligible. Insurance requirements, including Workers Compensation, General Liability, and Automobile coverage, must be met by the successful bidder. Subcontractors must also be approved by HACN and the TERO office. The contractor must submit all required documentation within three days of award notification, including insurance certificates, core crew list, and special trade licenses. Failure to do so will result in award revocation. Contractors must adhere to a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace policy. The bid response form must be fully completed, and proof of TERO certification must accompany bids if applicable.
The bid solicitation states that it is the bidder's responsibility to ensure delivery of bids by April 16, 2026, at 5 PM. The bid notice also mentions that the entire project must be fully completed within 30 working days.
The bid notice indicates that payment will be made in two payments: 50% after an inspection report and the final payment upon submission of a statement of completion and acceptance of work approved by the HACN inspector, along with all closing documents.
The bid notice states that a purchase order will be issued to the responsible contractor who provides the lowest, most responsive bid in accordance with the HACN procurement policy. Factors given consideration include the number of current projects, previous projects completed on time, and quality of work on previous projects.
To be considered a responsive responsible bidder, the mandatory bid response sheet must be fully completed. Indian preference will be given to bidders who provide proof of current certification from the Cherokee Nation Tribal Employment Office (TERO). The responding party certifies that they are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, or declared ineligible for contract awards by any federal agency or Indian tribe.
The bid notice states that **** per working day will be charged to the contractor for each day of extension over the presented construction end date.
It is strongly encouraged that bidders visit the job site and acquaint themselves with the exact nature of the work to be performed. To schedule a site visit, contact Jr Johnston at ****.