ADDED:
Per the US Small Business Administration (SBA), Montana District Office, IAW CFR 124.507: It has been determined that competition will be limited to eligible 8(a) firms located within the states of Idaho, Montana and North Dakota and, 8(a) participants in good standing serviced by an SBA office outside of these states, but having a Bona fide branch office within the geographical boundaries of these states. A Bona fide branch office is a place of business for purposes of 8(a) construction procurements located where an 8(a) Participant regularly maintains an office which employs at least one full-time individual within the appropriate geographical boundary. The term does not include construction trailers or temporary construction sites. All other 8(a) BD Participants are deemed eligible to submit offers.
Per the SBA, Montana District Office: Joint Venture Agreements - Joint Venture Agreements are allowable on competitive 8(a) set-asides and must be received by SBA prior to cost proposal due date and approved before award of a resulting contract. If you are contemplating a joint venture on this project you must advise your assigned Business Development Specialist (BDS) as soon as possible. It is also recommended that the agreement submitted as soon as practicable to ensure compliance with established regulations. Any corrections and/or changes needed can be made only when your BDS has adequate time for a thorough review before the proposal due date. NO CORRECTIONS AND/OR CHANGES ARE ALLOWED AFTER TIME OF SUBMISSION OF THE COST PROPOSAL/BID.
Jennifer R George, Phone 4067314647, Fax 4067313748, Email [email protected]