RFP - Cultural Instructor Baagaadowewin-Lacrosse

GRAND TRAVERSE BAND OF OTTAWA AND CHIPPEWA INDIANS

"Cultural Instructor - Contractual"

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

GTB 2026-34

January 20, 2026

Contact:

Francis Carew

2300 N West Bay Shore Dr

Peshawbestown, MI 49682-9275

GRAND TRAVERSE BAND OF OTTAWA AND CHIPPEWA INDIANS

"Baagaadowewin/Lacrosse"

GTB 2026-34

Request for Offers

SUMMARY

Date: January 20, 2026

Offers due by: January 30, 2026

To: Prospective Bidders

Subject: Request for Proposals

1 Request for Offers

1.1 Summary

The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians (GTB, Grand Traverse Band) is requesting proposals from Cultural Instructors with focused or diverse media who is interested in providing cultural-related classes for our Community. This contract will continue with 10-day notice of RFP process commencing for due diligence.

1.2 Bidder Requirements

Each Bidder to this RFP is expected to provide services for the GTB community at the 2026 Anishinaabeg Winter Games & Maawnjidowin located in Peshawbestown, MI in Leelanau county.

1.3 Qualifications of Bidder

The Bidder needs in-depth experience with one or more of the following cultural activities:

• Baagaadowewin/Traditional Lacrosse

1.4 Acceptance of Offer

Acceptance of a proposal will occur only when a contract is executed.

2 Project Overview

2.1 Project Description

Instructor will provide cultural related activities to help with alcohol and substance use prevention because culture is healing.

2.2 Scope of Services

Summary:

1. Provide instruction for all age groups
2. The contract is for up to $300 dollars per event
3. The instructor will not be paid for GTB closure days or Holidays, however the day of service can be adjusted for these purposes.
4. Provide cultural activities/teachings to the GTB community.

MINIMUM Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• A cultural focus on the Baagaadowewin/Lacrosse cultural activity/teaching

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide instruction of cultural activities to the GTB community
• Must be able to travel to the 2026 Anishinaabeg Winter Games & Maawnjidowin in Peshawbestown, MI in Leelanau County.

3 Submission Requirements

3.1 General Bid Form

Each person/vendor must submit the attached Bid Form and Qualification of Bidder, which includes contact information, references, and price quote.

3.2 Evaluation Procedure

Proposals will be evaluated by Heritage Library Enhancement Grant Program and Education Department Manager based upon the price, past experiences, and interview.

3.3 Offer Submission Deadline

To be considered, a bid package must be received by the Grand Traverse Band at the address shown below or by email by 5 pm local time on January 30, 2026. Bids received after this deadline will not be accepted. Bids will remain sealed until after the deadline.

Submit bid package to the following address:

Denise Johnson

2605 North West Bay Shore Dr

Peshawbestown, MI 49682

Or email bid to: Denise.Johnson@gtb-nsn.gov

3.4 Inquiries

All questions relating to this RFP, including all questions relating to clarifications or

modifications of this RFP can be submitted the below:

Francis Carew

231-534-7752

Francis.carew@gtb-nsn.gov

4 Additional Requirements

4.1 Cancellation of Contract

The contract generated by this RFP may be cancelled by GTB for noncompliance with specifications, inability to perform the contracting requirements of GTB or continued safety hazards. The cancellation notification shall state the cause or reason for the cancellation. Such cancellation would be at no charge to GTB other than for work authorized and completed at the

time of termination.

4.2 Native American/Alaskan Indian

Native American/Alaskan Indian preference applies; Bidders shall submit proof of Native American Indian status along with their bid.

4.3 Background Check

Prior to award of contract, the passing of a background check maybe required if having regular contact with or control over children, elders & individuals with disabilities.

Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians Bid Form and Qualification of Bidder

Request for Proposal GTB 2026-34

This statement will provide information which will enable GTB to evaluate the qualifications of your firm and staff regarding the requirements of this Request for Proposal. Please complete this form in its entirety and submit it along with other required proposal documents.

Bidder's Full Name

Address

City, State, Zip

Telephone Number

Organized and existing under the laws of or a resident of the State of , Doing business as

*Insert as applicable: "a Corporation" "a Partnership" or "an Individual".

Offer

Having examined the Request for Proposal and all matters referred to in the Instructions to Bidders, hereby submit the following bid:

Bid for per hour of work (Contract will be paid on a weekly basis)

Dollars

($_________________), in lawful money of the United States of America.

Experience

Provide three past experiences in the past five years of working in the field listed the in RFP. Also provide one experience of providing instruction in a training environment.

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