Site work, paving and renovation of a mixed-use development in Wyandotte, Oklahoma. Working plans call for the renovation of a playground / park / athletic field; for site work for a playground / park / athletic field; for paving for a playground / park / athletic field; sidewalk / parking lot; and sidewalk / parking lot.

As of October 3, 2024, per owner, a design team and general contractor have been identified. Architectural/Engineering Firm (A-E) to expand and improve the tribe's Pow-Wow grounds. The project encompasses several features on approximately 53 acres of land including one 12,500 yd.2 paved parking lot with a 6" gravel base and 4" of paved asphalt, one 2,800 yd.2 paved row for vendors with a 6" gravel base, one 1,500 ft.2 restroom, six 12' x 30' RV pads for campers, and one designated space for a lacrosse field. Other features include new sensor faucets for the existing restrooms, one public address system throughout the grounds, a new 5,000 gallon septic tank and leach field, one new 50 amp circuit panel and transformer feed, and four 14' light-emitting diode lighting poles. Indian preference will be observed as proposals from qualified Indian organizations and/or Indian-owned professional A-E firms will receive a 2% point advantage. The location of the project is in northeastern Oklahoma in the rural town of Wyandotte in Ottawa County. The address of Wyandotte Nation's Pow-Wow Grounds is 69701 East Highway 60 in Wyandotte, OK 74370. The United States Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) and the Wyandotte Nation have determined that the above request for professional services from a qualified A-E Firm is subject to Section 7 (b) of the Indian Self Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. Section 450e (b). Section 7 (b) provides that any contract, subcontract, grant or sub-grant pursuant to any act authorizing grants to Indian organizations or for the benefit of Indians shall require that to the greatest extent feasible. Preference and opportunities for training and employment shall be given to Indians; and Preference in award of contracts and subcontracts shall be given to Indian organizations and Indian-owned economic enterprises as defined in section 3 of the Indian Financing Act of 1974 (25 U.S.C. 1452) Any applicant seeking to qualify for the above preference in the award of this contract must submit to the Wyandotte Nation proof of Indian ownership. Such proof may include but is not limited to: Certification by a federally recognized Indian tribe or other evidence that the applicant is a tribal member and therefore eligible to receive preference. The Wyandotte Nation shall accept the certification of a tribe, such as a Tribal Employment Rights Office (TERO) and that the individual is a member. Evidence such as majority stock ownership, structure, management control, financing and salary or profit sharing arrangements of the enterprise. At this time, bidders will be able to see the exact location of the project, a conceptual drawing of our project, and ask any questions. From that point forward, all questions must be submitted by email (no phone calls or in-person questions will be taken). The Tribe's answers will be forwarded to ALL bidders who attended the pre-bid meeting (also by email). The Wyandotte Nation reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. Wyandotte Nation will evaluate the Firm's capabilities based upon the factors described below: Factor 1: Professional Qualifications and Experience Professional qualifications necessary for the satisfactory performance of required services. Provide a list of expected key personnel who will be performing tasks under the resulting contract. Incorporate resumes for all engineering disciplines including, but not limited to: electrical, mechanical, civil, structural, environmental, interior designs, Leadership in Energy Development and Design (LEED), and cost estimating. List any specialized experience and technical competence in the type of work required including, but not limited to, experience in energy conservation, pollution prevention, waste reduction, and the use of recovered materials. (0-7 points) Factor 2: Past Performance Past performance on contracts with government agencies (state, federal, or tribal) and/or private industry in terms of cost control, quality of work, and compliance with performance schedules. Be sure to include no more than five (5) recent past performance projects including knowledge of design standards, technical manuals, and specifications. Recent is defined as successful projects within the last 5 years. (0-7 points) Factor 3: Experience in Construction Period Services Experience in constructioAt this time, bidders will be able to see the exact location of the project, a conceptual drawing of our project, and ask any questions. From that point forward, all questions must be submitted by email (no phone calls or in-person questions will be taken). The Tribe's answers will be forwarded to ALL bidders who attended the pre-bid meeting (also by email). n period services to include professional inspections during the construction period, review of construction submittals, support in answering requests for information during the construction period, participation in Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings, and support for construction contract changes, such as drafting statements of work, issuing drawing revisions, and providing cost estimates. (0-7 points) Factor 4: Small Business Opportunities The extent to which potential contractors identify and commit to the use of minority businesses, women's business enterprises, labor surplus area firms, and other types of small business as subcontractors are used, when possible. Small business is defined as a privately-owned corporation, partnership, or sole proprietorship that has fewer employees and less annual revenue than a corporation or regular-sized business. (0-7 points) Factor 5: Location Located in the general geographical area of the project and knowledge of the locality of the project. General area means a geographic region within which an organization or enterprise would customarily seek and perform work. (0-7 points) Factor 6: Eligibility The extent to which the A-E firm and potential contractors and subcontractors to be awarded have not been debarred, suspended, or ineligible. (0-7 points) Factor 7: A-E Fee Schedule Include a fee schedule as an evaluation criterion, which may contain separate line items, such as design fees, direct costs, contingency, overhead, consultant's fee, site visits, and A-E profit as a percentage of construction cost and/or a fixed price, where applicable. (0-7 points) Factor 8: Indian Organization or Indian-Owned Enterprise Provide a minimum of one (1) form of documentation as evidence of an Indian Organization or Indian-Owned professional A-E firm. Indian Preference will only be given to firms who provide current certification as an Indian organization or Indian-owned Professional Engineer Firm. Failure to provide proof of certification with this proposal or within three days of opening the bid packet may result in denial of Indian Preference.