ARCHAEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS NORTHWEST, INC.

Archaeological Investigations Northwest, Inc. specializes in cultural resource management and archaeological surveying services for federally funded projects. The firm delivers full-spectrum cultural heritage compliance, including Phase I and Phase II archaeological investigations, historic property assessments under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, and Native American consultation protocols. Their technical expertise encompasses survey design, subsurface testing, artifact analysis, and documentation aligned with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards. The company distinguishes itself through rigorous adherence to federal and state regulatory frameworks, with a strong emphasis on tribal engagement and culturally sensitive methodologies. Their work supports infrastructure planning, land development, and environmental restoration initiatives requiring federal permitting. While award history is not available to infer specific agency relationships, the firm’s core services are typically engaged by agencies requiring cultural resource compliance, including the Department of the Interior, U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, and Army Corps of Engineers. These agencies routinely contract for archaeological investigations preceding construction, utility upgrades, or land management actions on federal lands. The primary NAICS code 541620 reflects a focus on scientific and technical consulting services in archaeology and cultural heritage management. The company operates within the environmental and historic preservation vertical, serving public land managers and infrastructure planners who must meet federal compliance obligations. Their market positioning is centered on providing defensible, science-based cultural resource assessments that mitigate regulatory risk and support sustainable development. Archaeological Investigations Northwest, Inc. is a Women-Owned Small Business and Woman-Owned Business certified under federal programs, reflecting its status as a small, owner-operated firm with a commitment to diversity in government contracting. Based in Portland, Oregon, the company maintains a regional presence across the Pacific Northwest, with a reputation for field-ready expertise and adaptive field methodologies suited to the region’s complex archaeological landscapes.