Melissa Parkison is a government contact at Great Plains Regional Office. Melissa is associated with 30 contracts. Great Plains Regional Office has $10,081,036 in total awards. Activity spans Battery Manufacturing, Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing, and Landscaping Services.
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The Department of the Interior, through its Great Plains Regional Office in Billings, Montana, is preparing to award a sole-source purchase order for Cisco VoIP telephone services to Nemont Telephone Co-Operative Inc. under solicitation number 140R6026Q0073, titled MT - IMT MTAO YT CIRCUIT AND DATA FY26. This procurement is strictly designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, limiting eligibility to small businesses classified under NAICS Code 517111 for Wired Telecommunication Carriers. The services are intended for the Yellowtail Field Office located in the Missouri River Basin, and the acquisition will be conducted under the commercial items authority outlined in FAR parts 6.103-1(b) and 12.102(a), bypassing competitive procedures due to the sole-source nature of the requirement. Respondents must submit their System for Award Management Unique Entity Identification and Tax Identification Number, along with a declaration of their small business status, by the deadline of June 5, 2026. The contracting officer is Melissa Parkinson, reachable via phone or email, and while no technical specifications, pricing details, delivery timelines, or evaluation criteria are provided, the procurement adheres strictly to the small business set-aside framework and commercial acquisition guidelines. No attachments, inspection protocols, packaging requirements, or administrative data beyond the sole-source intent and basic responder obligations have been disclosed in the presolicitation materials.
This contract, solicitation number 140R6026Q0050, is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 333912, issued by the Bureau of Reclamation’s Great Plains Regional Office within the Department of the Interior, and is open exclusively to small businesses as defined by the SBA size standard of 1,000 employees. The solicitation seeks the delivery, installation, startup, and mandatory training for two industrial-grade, oil-flooded rotary screw air compressors, each with a minimum capacity of 488 cfm at 100 psig and 110 psig, equipped with a 100 HP EISA-compliant motor, integrated aftercooler and oil cooler, ASME-coded oil reservoir, full-flow oil filtration, thermal mixing valve, rigid steel base with forklift slots, and a metallic sound-reducing enclosure not exceeding 77 dBA. Performance must comply with ISO 1217 Annex C, and delivery is scheduled for completion by November 20, 2026, with installation occurring at the Yellowtail Dam site in Fort Smith, MT, accessible only by a 40-inch-wide walkway requiring modular delivery and on-site assembly by facility personnel. The contract uses FOB Destination terms, with final acceptance taking place at the delivery location upon inspection by the Government, and payment must be requested electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform. The evaluation process prioritizes technical compliance—including submission of salient specifications and brochure-type images—with delivery timelines and pricing as additional factors; award will be made based on the most advantageous proposal considering price and other factors, but without defined weights or risk ratings. The solicitation incorporates multiple FAR clauses as deviations, including 52.212-4 for commercial items, 52.219-6 and 52.219-28 for the small business set-aside, 52.204-13 and 52.204-19 for SAM requirements, and 52.203-17 and 52.203-19 for whistleblower protections and confidentiality prohibitions. No pricing or total contract value was provided in the documentation, and critical data points such as offeror UEI/CAGE codes, size certifications, socioeconomic status affirmations, or completed representations under FAR 52
The WY BHB Battery Banks contract, issued by the Great Plains Regional Office of the Department of the Interior, is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 335910, which pertains to battery manufacturing. The solicitation number is 140R6026Q0049, and it was posted on March 25, 2026, with a response deadline of April 22, 2026, at 6:00 PM. This combined-type contract aims to procure battery bank systems and is specifically designated for small businesses in accordance with FAR 19.5 regulations.
The contracting office is located in Billings, Montana, and the point of contact for this opportunity is Melissa Parkison, who can be reached via email at MParkison@usbr.gov or by phone at 801-524-3880. The place of performance details are not specified in the data provided. Interested parties can view more information and submit their proposals through the official government contracting portal.
Department Of The InteriorMT,
NAICS
335910
Battery Manufacturing
PSC
6140
Electric Wire and Power and Distribution Equipment
The contract titled "WY SE TESTING AND CALIBRATION BENCH" is a solicitation issued by the Department of the Interior, specifically managed through the Great Plains Regional Office located in Billings, Montana. This opportunity, identified by solicitation number 140R6026Q0047, is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, targeting small businesses that meet the specified criteria. The contract falls under NAICS code 334515, which is related to instruments manufacturing, suggesting the nature of the work involves technical services in testing and calibration.
The solicitation was posted on March 23, 2026, with a response deadline set for April 22, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The place of performance details are not specified within the available data. Interested parties or vendors can direct their inquiries to the primary point of contact, Melissa Parkison, reachable via email or phone. Further details and procurement documents can be accessed through the provided online portal link to the government contracting system.
Department Of The InteriorMT,
NAICS
334515
Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals
The contract titled WY COPIER MAINTENANCE (ANNUAL) is a solicitation issued by the Great Plains Regional Office of the Department of the Interior, with a posting date of February 24, 2026, and a response deadline of March 23, 2026. It is an annual service contract focused on copier maintenance, designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the SBA program, ensuring that only small businesses are eligible to bid. The relevant NAICS code for this contract is 811210, which corresponds to copier and office machine repair services.
The solicitation is managed through the Department of the Interior’s office located in Billings, Montana. Interested parties can contact Melissa Parkison, the primary point of contact, via email or phone for further information. The contract opportunity is posted on the official government contracting portal with a direct web link provided for additional details and submission instructions. This arrangement highlights a targeted procurement effort to engage local small businesses in maintaining copier equipment for the agency.
Department Of The InteriorMT,
NAICS
811210
Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
The contract solicitation titled "MT - EB - CLARK CANYON CUSTODIAL SERVICE" is issued by the Great Plains Regional Office of the Department of the Interior, with a focus on providing custodial services. It is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, targeting small businesses to fulfill the requirement classified under NAICS code 561720, which pertains to janitorial services. The solicitation was posted on February 12, 2026, with a response deadline of March 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM.
The contract is managed through the Office located in Billings, Montana, and is part of the broader mission of the Department of the Interior. Interested bidders can direct inquiries to the primary point of contact, Melissa Parkison, via email or phone. The solicitation is publicly accessible through the specified government contracting website, making it available for eligible vendors to review requirements and submit their proposals in accordance with the stated deadline and guidelines.
The contract titled WY GL GENERATOR AIR COOLERS - 4 is a combined solicitation issued by the Great Plains Regional Office of the Department of the Interior, located in Billings, Montana. It is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the NAICS code 332410, which pertains to industrial and commercial fans and blower manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on August 7, 2025, with a response deadline of August 29, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The contract aims to acquire four generator air coolers, although specific details regarding the scope or value are not provided. Interested small businesses are encouraged to review the opportunity through the provided link and contact Melissa Parkison via email or phone for further information. The contract emphasizes supporting small businesses and is part of the federal government's efforts to promote small business participation in government procurement.
The contract titled WY KORTES PP SUMP PUMPS REPLACEMENT is a combined solicitation issued by the Great Plains Regional Office of the Department of the Interior, located in Billings, Montana. It is designated as a total small business set-aside under the SBA, with the NAICS code 333996, indicating a focus on pump and compressor manufacturing. The project involves replacing sump pumps at the Korte's Power Plant, with the solicitation posted on June 25, 2025, and a response deadline set for July 24, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The contract aims to engage qualified small businesses capable of completing the pump replacement work, which is expected to be performed within the specified location, although exact site details are not provided.
Interested vendors can contact Melissa Parkison via email at MParkison@usbr.gov or by phone at 801-524-3880 for further information or clarifications. The opportunity is accessible through the SAM.gov portal, where detailed contract information and the opportunity link are available. The contract scope, size, and specific performance requirements are not detailed in the overview, but the emphasis is on small business participation under the specified NAICS code and set-aside designation.
The WY GU KO Annunciator Panels contract is a combined solicitation issued by the Department of the Interior's Great Plains Regional Office, located in Billings, Montana. The contract is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the SBA, emphasizing opportunities for small businesses to participate. The solicitation was posted on May 20, 2025, with a response deadline set for June 19, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The project involves the procurement or installation of annunciator panels, likely related to electrical or signaling systems, under NAICS code 334513, which pertains to instruments and related products manufacturing.
Interested vendors can obtain further details or submit inquiries through the designated point of contact, Melissa Parkison, whose contact information includes an email at MParkison@usbr.gov and a phone number at 801-524-3880. The contract's scope and specific requirements are accessible via the provided link on SAM.gov, allowing potential bidders to review detailed documentation and prepare their responses accordingly. The contract size parameters are not specified, indicating that the scope could vary within the agency's needs.
Department Of The InteriorMT,
NAICS
334513
Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables
The contract titled "F--WY GL GU WEED & PEST" is a solicitation issued by the Department of the Interior's Great Plains Regional Office, located in Billings, Montana. It is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 561730, which pertains to pest control services. The solicitation was posted on April 4, 2025, with a response deadline of April 18, 2025, and is intended to engage small businesses in providing weed and pest management services. The contract aims to address specific environmental and operational needs within the department's scope, emphasizing compliance with federal procurement regulations and small business participation.
The associated documentation references a combined synopsis solicitation for supplies related to 12 Cell Absolyte 100G21, indicating a focus on specialized equipment procurement supporting naval systems, with detailed instructions on offer submission, packaging standards, and authorization requirements. The contract's execution will involve adherence to specified standards such as ASTM-D-3951-18 and compliance with applicable permits and tax exemption policies. The point of contact for inquiries is Melissa Parkison, reachable via email or phone, ensuring clear communication channels for potential vendors or service providers interested in fulfilling the contract requirements.
