# Cherokee Nation Procurements #165030

Solar PV Canopy Failure Diagnosis and Repair Planning

**Posted:** November 09, 2026
**Respond By:** December 02, 2026
**Identifier:** 165030
**NAICS:** 238210, 541330, 221114

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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