Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Compliance and Certification Support

The contract seeks consulting services to verify and ensure subcontractor compliance with the Buy Indian Act and eligibility for Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) status, with a focus on validating tribal affiliation and ownership documentation. The work requires expert review of subcontractor submissions to confirm they meet federal requirements for designation as an IEE, including thorough scrutiny of ownership structures and proof of Native American tribal affiliation. This is a total small business set-aside under SBA guidelines, with the North American Industry Classification System code 541611 indicating management consulting services. The contracting office is the Indian Education Acquisition Office within the Department of the Interior, and responses are due by May 28, 2026. The services will support procurement integrity by upholding federal mandates designed to promote economic opportunities for Native American-owned businesses, ensuring that subcontractors in federally funded initiatives are properly certified and documented.