Indian Law Enforcement
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
To provide funds to Indian Tribal Governments to operate police departments and detention facilities.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Federally Recognized Tribal Government
Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments exercising Federal criminal law enforcement authority over crimes under the Major Crimes Act (18 U.S.C. 1153) and other Federal statutes on their reservations and operating a Law Enforcement Services program.
How to Apply
Application Procedure
Initial applications must contain the information specified in 25 CFR Part 900, Subpart C, "Contract Proposal Contents." Completed applications should be submitted to the local Bureau of Indian Affairs agency or regional office listed in Appendix IV of the Catalog.
Award Procedure
The dollar value of the awards depends upon the amount that had been previously prioritized by the individual Indian tribe through participation in the Bureau of Indian Affairs' budget formulation process and upon identified program needs.
Applications will be processed within 90 days.
Program details & compliance
Description
This program provides funds that can be used by an eligible Indian Tribe to administer law enforcement and/or detention and corrections services directly to their community.
Mission Categories
Primary: Law Enforcement - Alcoholism, Drug Abuse and Mental Health
Other categories:
Law Enforcement - Narcotics and Dangerous DrugsLaw Enforcement - Crime Analysis and DataLegal Services - OtherLegal Services - Housing Rights
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Funds may be used for salaries and related expenses of criminal investigators, uniformed officers, detention officers, radio dispatchers, and administrative support.
Required Documentation
Initial application must be accompanied by an authorizing resolution of the governing body of the Indian tribe.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements