Opportunity
Cherokee Nation Procurements #164879
Construction Management At-Risk Services for Cherokee Nation Council House Project
Posted
September 02, 2026
Respond By
September 29, 2026
Identifier
164879
NAICS
236220, 541310
The Cherokee Nation is seeking proposals for Construction Management At-Risk (CMAR) Services for the Council House project in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. - Government Buyer: - Cherokee Nation, Purchasing Department (Director: Shelly McClain) - Scope of Work: - Professional construction management services covering preconstruction and construction phases - Includes cost estimating, project scheduling, staffing plans, safety management, and contract administration - Coordination of subcontractors and compliance with Cherokee Nation policies - Requirements: - Indian preference compliance, including TERO certification and fees - Adherence to Davis-Bacon wage rates - Detailed insurance, bonding, and indemnification documentation - Use of advanced technology (VDC/BIM, 360 camera documentation, drone mapping, QR code tracking) - Submission of lists of current and completed projects, sequencing plan, and safety policies - Notable Details: - Open to both Indian and non-Indian owned firms, but preference for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises - All work must comply with Cherokee Nation Acquisition Management Policies and Procedures and the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act - Warranty period of one year from final acceptance - Bi-weekly schedule updates required; provisions for extensions due to force majeure and weather delays - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named, as this is a request for professional services
Description
The Cherokee Nation is soliciting sealed proposals for Construction Management At-Risk Services for the Council House project located in Tahlequah, Cherokee County, Oklahoma. Both Indian and non-Indian owned firms may submit proposals, with Indian/TERO preference applicable. The scope includes providing cost estimates, preliminary schedules, staffing plans, and compliance with Cherokee Nation and TERO requirements. Proposals must be sealed and submitted by September 28, 2026, and must include specific documentation such as TERO certification and insurance certificates.