Description
The Cherokee Nation’s Natural Resources Wildland Fire Department is seeking sealed bids to procure two heavy‑duty bulldozers (or equivalent) that meet a detailed set of performance, emissions, and fire‑suppression specifications for use in rugged, fire‑prone terrain. Bidders must submit a sealed envelope by the extended deadline, include all mandatory forms, and provide current TERO certification to qualify for Indian Preference. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with compliance to Buy‑American requirements for iron, steel, and manufactured components.
• Provide two bulldozers meeting net power (≈130 hp), EPA Tier 4 Final emissions, 29,259 lb operating weight, and equipped with fire‑suppression D3 package options.
• Submit sealed bid envelope, mandatory response sheet, de‑barment certification, conflict‑of‑interest declaration, and TERO certification (if claiming Indian Preference).
• Deadline: March 6, 2026 2:15 PM; questions due Feb 18, 2026 5:00 PM; public opening on the same day as submission.