RFQ#2025-31: On-Call Tribal & Cultural Resources Monitoring - Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians

The State Lands Commission is soliciting proposals under RFQ#2025-31 for on-call Tribal and Cultural Resources Monitoring services provided by the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians. This retainer-based contract, governed by California Code of Regulations Title 2, Section 2980 et seq., operates as a competency-based selection process where the most qualified respondent is chosen based on their historical boundaries, qualifications, and capacity to provide monitoring services. The contract is structured as a work-order-based arrangement with an estimated annual cap of 250,000 dollars for Phase I services, potentially reaching a total value of 1,000,000 dollars over a four-year term. The scope of work involves providing subject matter expertise and monitoring project activities to protect Tribal Cultural Resources within ancestral territories. Key deliverables include monitoring reports and GIS data delivered in ArcGIS Pro format. The contractor must adhere to strict confidentiality standards for cultural data and comply with accessibility requirements, including WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Special conditions include a mandatory disclosure for the use of Generative AI, multi-factor authentication for digital resource access, and specific insurance requirements for general, vehicle, and worker's compensation liability. Payment is processed electronically via the State Lands Commission Accounts Payable office upon signed acceptance of deliverables by the Project Coordinator. The pricing structure is based on negotiated hourly rates for various roles, including Tribal Historic Preservation Officers, archaeologists, and tribal monitors, with established overtime rates. Proposals must be submitted via email and include a bid checklist, cover letter, a detailed qualifications narrative, and tribal territorial maps.