Section 3 Hiring & Local Workforce Placement

The Cherokee Nation Housing Authority is requiring subcontractors working on projects under NAICS code 236220 to prioritize the hiring of low- and very low-income individuals residing in Adair County, ensuring that workforce opportunities directly benefit the local community. Subcontractors must actively recruit from within the project area and document all employment outcomes, including worker income levels and placement metrics, to demonstrate compliance with this requirement. The goal is to foster economic inclusion and long-term community development by connecting residents facing economic hardship with meaningful employment tied to federal housing initiatives. All subcontractors must adhere to these hiring obligations as a condition of contract award, with enforcement tied to ongoing reporting and verification of workforce data. The solicitation is open for responses until August 7, 2026, and while no specific set-aside designation is mentioned, the expectation for local hiring is mandatory and non-negotiable. Subcontractors are expected to implement strategies that ensure meaningful participation from economically disadvantaged populations in Adair County, aligning their labor practices with the broader mission of equitable community investment under Cherokee Nation Housing Authority oversight.