Request for Sealed Bids – Stilwell Recovery Center

The Cherokee Nation is soliciting sealed bids for the complete construction of the Stilwell Recovery Center located at 82102 HWY 59, Stilwell, Oklahoma. The project requires a qualified general contractor to provide all labor, quality control, materials, supplies, and supervision. Bids must be submitted by November 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CT, and must be sealed and delivered to the Cherokee Nation Procurement Department in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. A mandatory site visit and pre-bid meeting are scheduled for October 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CT. The award will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid, with a strong preference given to Indian organizations and Indian-owned economic enterprises certified by the Cherokee Nation Tribal Employment Rights Office (TERO). Required submission documents include a bid bond equal to 5% of the grand total bid amount, a three-year work history form, and statements regarding Indian preference in employment, training, and subcontracting. The successful bidder must also comply with the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, adhere to Wage Rate OK20260067, and follow Buy American provisions for iron, steel, and manufactured goods. Post-award requirements include the provision of performance and payment bonds and a one-year warranty period starting from final acceptance. The contractor is responsible for maintaining a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace and must pay TERO fees, including 0.5% of the contract award and daily fees for non-Indian crew members. Performance is measured from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed until substantial completion, with all work subject to inspection by the Cherokee Nation to ensure compliance with safety standards, including the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.