Tribal Employment Rights Office (TERO) Compliance and Certification

This contract requires strict adherence to the Cherokee Nation’s Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance, mandating that all parties maintain active TERO certification throughout the duration of the agreement. Compliance with this ordinance is non-negotiable and essential for contract fulfillment, as it ensures employment opportunities and protections for enrolled tribal members in accordance with Cherokee Nation law. The subcontract is tied to housing-related services under NAICS code 541611, and performance must occur within Delaware County, where the Cherokee Nation Housing Authority oversees local implementation of federal and tribal housing programs. Interested parties must submit their responses by the established deadline of July 14, 2026, and must confirm current TERO certification as a prerequisite for eligibility. The contract does not specify a set-aside classification, but the requirement for TERO compliance inherently prioritizes tribal employment standards and community impact over conventional procurement approaches. The procurement is administered through the Cherokee Nation’s official bidding portal, and all participants are expected to understand and uphold the cultural and regulatory framework established by the Cherokee Nation to foster economic self-determination and tribal sovereignty in employment practices.