Native American Consultation to Identify Sacred Sites and Traditional Cultural Properties
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Program Objective
Work with Tribal representatives to identify sacred sites and traditional cultural properties (TCP) and achieve consensus on best cultural resources protection practices. Gain tribal insight and input on the development of the Cultural Resources Management Program environmental protection policies and historic preservation treatment standards to ensure sacred sites and TCPs on are appropriately managed.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Department/Agency of U.S. State
- U.S. Territory Government
- Federally Recognized Tribal Government
How to Apply
Award Procedure
A statement of objectives is developed by the project sponsor. Funding for the requirement is reserved for future award. A proposed announcement undergoes scope and legal review and upon review and approval by the Assistance Officer the funding announcement is posted to Grants.gov under this assistance listing. Merit-Based Competition Procedures for evaluation of proposals will be used to select the most eligible offeror.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 1 to 15 days
Program details & compliance
Description
The purpose is to coordinate and develop a Native American consultation meeting with the following Tribes: Ak-Chin Indian Community, Fort Sill Apache Tribe, Gila River Indian Community, Hopi Tribe, Mescalero Apache Tribe, Pascua Yaqui Tribe, Pueblo of Zuni, Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, San Carolos Apache Tribe, Tohono O’odham Nation, and White Mountain Apache Tribe. This consultation will incorporate input and perspectives on ongoing and planned military mission expansion at Fort Huachuca, Arizona.
Mission Categories
Primary: Historical Preservation
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
In accordance with the Statement of Objectives.
Required Documentation
Demonstrate prior project experience relevant to the attached Statement of Objectives (SOO), completed within the last five (5) years, and other qualifications and technical competence in all of the following areas:
Execution of professional Cultural Resources Management reports, with preference for those demonstrating Tribal involvement or coordination.
At least ten (10) years of company experience or at least five (5) years of project manager experience in National Historic Preservation Act historic preservation regulations and legal compliance.
Preferred: At least ten (10) years of company experience in cultural resources management in the US Southwest.
Preferred: Any other experience working with Tribes in Arizona/ New Mexico
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
Formula
This program has no statutory formula