Cherokee Nation Procurements #165030

Solar PV Canopy Failure Diagnosis and Repair Planning

Cherokee Nation is seeking a contractor to diagnose and plan repairs for its non-generating solar PV canopy at the W.W. Keeler Tribal Administration Complex. - Government buyer: Cherokee Nation, Natural Resource–Energy Program; Tahlequah, Oklahoma. - Requested service: Safely de-energize the solar PV and EV-charging systems, diagnose the inverter-related failure, identify and propose repairs, review relevant equipment warranty information, and provide a detailed repair estimate and diagnostic methodology. - Pricing and qualifications: Bidders are to price diagnosis, repairs, additional fees, and a total; provide hourly rates, parts markup, expected turnaround, sample inspection reports, experience, certifications, and references. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, manufacturers, or commercial vendors are named; no equipment models, part numbers, or quantities are specified. - Notable requirements: Cherokee Nation TERO preference applies to currently certified bidders, with proof required. Prevailing-wage provisions, Buy American requirements for covered materials, and specified insurance coverage also apply. - Performance: No fixed duration is stated; the bidder must provide an estimated schedule, with work completed within the number of working days in the accepted bid after contract execution and notice to proceed.

Description

Cherokee Nation is seeking bids to diagnose and repair the solar PV canopy system at the W.W. Keeler Tribal Administration Complex in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. The work includes safely de-energizing the solar PV and EV systems, diagnosing the fault, identifying and proposing repairs, reviewing relevant equipment warranties, and providing a detailed repair estimate. Bidders are also asked to provide sample inspection reports, pricing information, typical turnaround times, qualifications, experience, and references. Bids are due December 2, 2026, by 5:00 p.m.; Indian preference applies to bidders with current Cherokee Nation TERO certification.

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