RFB - Concrete Paving / Safe Haven Area

The Cherokee Nation is soliciting bids for the construction of concrete sidewalks and driveways in the Safe Haven area of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, under Procurement #164601, with a submission deadline of June 2, 2026. The scope includes approximately 2,500 linear feet of ADA-compliant sidewalks and seven driveways, each measuring 25 feet by 10 feet, with concrete poured to a minimum thickness of five inches, achieving a compressive strength of 3,500 PSI and a medium broom finish. All work must align with project drawings, including Sheet C801, and comply with local codes and industry standards. The contract is structured as a fixed-price arrangement awarded on a lowest price, technically acceptable basis, evaluated primarily on responsiveness to bid requirements and reasonableness of pricing, with Indian preference applied through Cherokee Nation Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO) certification, which is mandatory for eligibility under that preference. Bidders must demonstrate responsibility by not being debarred, having no defaults in the past three years, and possessing adequate financial and operational capacity. Special requirements include approval of all subcontractors, mandatory adherence to Davis-Bacon Act wage standards, and enforcement of a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace policy, with written policies required for submission. Contractors must carry general liability insurance of at least $1 million per occurrence and worker’s compensation as required by law, with all policies issued by carriers rated A IX or higher by AM Best. Buy American provisions apply to materials permanently incorporated into the project, requiring U.S.-origin iron, steel, and manufactured goods. A conflict of interest disclosure must be submitted by the deadline, and only written communications from designated Cherokee Nation representatives are binding. Payment is contingent upon receipt of funds from the Cherokee Nation, with subcontractor payments required within ten days of the Nation’s receipt of funds. Bids may be submitted electronically or by mail to P.O. Box 948, Tahlequah, OK 74465, with submission confirmed via the provided email or postal delivery, and all submissions must include proof of TERO certification, insurance certificates, and the completed Mandatory Bid Response Sheet. No federal identifiers such as UEI or CAGE codes are required, and socioeconomic certifications beyond TERO are not applicable.