Quinault Housing Authority
P.O. BOX 160 | Taholah, WA 98587
(360) 276-4320 | FAX (360) 276-4778 | 1-888-891-0017
Project FY26-07
Request for Proposals
Drainage System
228 Qui-Nai-Elt Drive
The Quinault Housing Authority (QHA) is seeking proposals for a contractor to propose a
drainage system. The house has standing water that does not drain.
Provide a detailed proposal for the system to be installed and the total cost to implement it.
Where “equivalent” or “equal” is used in the scope of work the contractor must submit
specifications to show that it is an equivalent product and receive approval, in writing, from
QHA prior to installation.
Contractors are required to perform a site visit prior to submitting a bid.
I. Indian Preference (20 pts)
The Quinault Indian Nation has enacted a TERO Ordinance governing Indian Preference,
and the Quinault Housing Authority has adopted an Indian Preference Policy, set forth in
section 3000.10 of the QHA Procurement Policy. To the greatest extent feasible,
preference shall be given to Indian organizations and Indian-Owned economic enterprises
in the award of all contracts and subcontracts.
A. An Indian, Indian –Owned economic enterprise or Indian organization is eligible for
Indian Preference (15 points)
B. Proposals shall include a statement describing how you will provide for Indian
preference in subcontracting, training and employment in this contract, including
the number or percentage of Indians to be employed and trained, in accordance
with Section 3000.10 of the QHA Procurement Policy. All proposals must include
this statement. (5 points)
II. Price (65 pts)
Provide total cost to complete the project.
III. Strength of Proposal (15 pts)
Provide as much detail as possible for the proposed solution. Include manufacturer's name and
model number for any equipment proposed.
Other provisions
• The contractor selected must have all required insurance, including worker’s
compensation, general liability insurance of not less than $500,000.00 per occurrence
and $100,000.00 aggregate.
• Contractor selected will be required to complete a TERO compliance plan and pay the
1.75% TERO fee; per QTC 97.03.040 (d) the TERO fee cannot be included in the bid price.
The contractor will be required to follow all TERO regulations; including hiring from the
TERO hall.
• Project is subject to Quinault Indian Nation Prevailing Wage.
• Contractor will be required to possess a QIN business license.
• All proposals must include the name of all owners of the company.
• All proposals must include a completed Form HUD 5369C
• The contractor selected must submit a W-9 if QHA has not worked with you before.
• Unless contractor is a sole proprietorship Workman’s Compensation coverage will be
required.
• As a housing authority in Washington State QHA is exempt from all taxes.
• Permit to be obtained by the contractor.
• To the greatest extent practicable preference shall be given for the use of materials
produced in the United States.
Bids received until 1/21/2026 at 4:30pm by email to jtottie@quinault.org
Jeff Tottie
Procurement Compliance Coordinator
Quinault Housing Authority
