Description
The Housing Authority of the Cherokee Nation is soliciting qualified contractors to provide, deliver, level, and install FEMA‑rated above‑ground concrete storm shelters across the 14‑county Cherokee Nation reservation. Bidders must supply all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, permitting, site preparation, and related services, and must meet detailed FEMA, ICC‑500, and structural specifications. The contract is initially for one year with the option to renew annually for up to two additional years, and the award will go to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with Indian preference granted to certified tribal firms.
• Scope includes purchase, delivery, and full installation of shelters sized 5′×7′, 6′×8′, and 7′×9′, meeting FEMA P361/320 and ICC 500 standards.
• Contractor responsible for permitting, utility location, grading, drainage, and removal of dirt/rock (rock work requires prior approval).
• Must provide a one‑year warranty, submit photos/spec sheets with the bid, and maintain compliance with insurance, debarment, and drug‑free/tobacco‑free workplace requirements.
• Bids are due by October 23, 2026, with no withdrawal allowed within 30 days after bid opening.