Tribal Self-Governance – Negotiation
🏛 Indian Health Service (HHS-IHS)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for federally recognized tribes and tribal organizations preparing to assume health care responsibility through the Tribal Self-Governance Program.
Applicants must be authorized tribal representatives with capacity to enter into negotiations. Tribes at any stage of self-governance planning are eligible.
This cooperative agreement supports planning, negotiation, and preparation activities. Funding helps tribes develop governance structures, assess capacity, and work toward self-governance agreements with the Indian Health Service.
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Key dates
- Aug 6, 2026 Applications open
- Apr 1, 2027 Application deadline in 208 days
- Jun 1, 2027 Award announced
- Jun 1, 2027 Project start
Program description
The Tribal Self Governance Planning and Negotiation Cooperative Agreements aim to support tribes and tribal organization in their efforts to plan and prepare for assuming responsibility for providing health care to their members through the Tribal Self Governance Program. The Indian Health Service intends to issue three awards under each program announcement.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project narrative/proposal
- Budget and budget narrative
- Tribal authorization/resolution
- Organizational capacity documentation
- Letters of support from tribal leadership
- DUNS number and SAM registration
Program contact
- 👤 Division of Grants Management
- 📧 dgm@ihs.gov
- 📞 301-443-5204
Funding track record
No recent recipient data available for CFDA 93.00E in our database.
This can happen for newer programs, programs that use non-standard award types (loans, direct payments, fellowships), or those funded through sub-agencies under different codes.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.00E). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $168,000 | |
| 2025 | $168,000 | |
| 2026 est. | $255,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Federally recognized tribes and tribal organizations authorized to negotiate on behalf of tribal members. Your tribe must be prepared to engage in self-governance planning.
What is the deadline and funding amount?
Deadline is April 1, 2027. Three awards will be made from a $252,000 pool. Exact award amounts vary based on tribal needs and negotiation scope.
What activities does this funding support?
Planning activities, feasibility assessments, capacity building, and negotiation costs. Funding helps tribes prepare governance structures and agreements for health care self-governance.
How competitive is this award?
Very competitive. Only three awards available nationally. Applications must demonstrate clear tribal readiness and strategic planning for self-governance transition.
Is cost sharing required?
No cost sharing is required for this grant, making it accessible to tribes with limited matching funds.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start early to secure tribal leadership support and authorization for your self-governance initiative before applying.
- Demonstrate clear governance structure and decision-making capacity in your proposal.
- Include concrete timeline and milestones showing progress toward self-governance assumption.
- Provide evidence of tribal membership engagement and buy-in for health care self-governance.
- Address capacity gaps honestly and show how grant funding will build organizational readiness.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applications lack evidence of tribal leadership commitment and governance readiness. Proposals propose vague timelines without concrete milestones for self-governance negotiation. Applicants underestimate negotiation complexity or overstate readiness without demonstrated capacity.
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