Bad River Band of Lake Superior Tribe of Chippewa Indians - Mashkiiziibii Manoomin Gabeshiwin (Rice Camp) Workshops - RFP 2026
Bad River Housing Authority (Brha)Housing Authority · Odanah, WI- Due
- Aug 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Katie Koch
- (715) 682-7111
The 30-second brief
Bad River Band of Lake Superior Tribe of Chippewa Indians seeks proposals from individuals or groups to lead manoomin-oriented skills, crafts, and teachings workshops in Odanah, Wisconsin. The workshops include traditional processing like jigging rice, making or using winnowing baskets, parching rice over a fire, machine processing rice with a parcher and thresher, push pole making, and knocker making. Proposals are due by Monday, August 3rd at 4:30pm and must be submitted to the Chief Blackbird Center. Indian Preference applies in accordance with TERO or the Indian Preference Act of 1934.
Traditional Processing- jigging rice, Making or using winnowing baskets, Parching rice over a fire; Machine processing Rice with a parcher and thresher; Push pole making; Knocker making
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Summary
Bad River Band of Lake Superior Tribe of Chippewa Indians seeks proposals from individuals or groups to lead manoomin-oriented skills, crafts, and teachings workshops in Odanah, Wisconsin.
The workshops include traditional processing like jigging rice, making or using winnowing baskets, parching rice over a fire, machine processing rice with a parcher and thresher, push pole making, and knocker making. Proposals are due by Monday, August 3rd at 4:30pm and must be submitted to the Chief Blackbird Center. Indian Preference applies in accordance with TERO or the Indian Preference Act of 1934.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Traditional Processing- jigging rice, Making or using winnowing baskets, Parching rice over a fire
- Machine processing Rice with a parcher and thresher
- Push pole making
- Knocker making
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Total Cost per workshop including preparation, gathering of materials, and teardown/clean up
- Documentation of relevant experience in the craft including photos or physical examples
- Documentation of and compliance with Indian Preference including evidence of 51% or more Indian ownership if applying for Indian preference
- Submit to
- Bad River Tribe, Chief Blackbird Center, Attn: Executive Secretary, PO Box 39 / 72682 Maple St, Odanah, WI 54861
- Scope location
- Odanah, WI
- Reported agency
- Bad River Band of Lake Superior Tribe of Chippewa Indians
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bad River Housing Authority (Brha)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 3, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Bad River Tribe, Chief Blackbird Center, Attn: Executive Secretary, PO Box 39 / 72682 Maple St, Odanah, WI 54861. For questions, contact Katie Koch.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bad River Housing Authority (Brha) in WI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Katie Koch at (715) 682-7111. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Traditional Processing- jigging rice, Making or using winnowing baskets, Parching rice over a fire; Machine processing Rice with a parcher and thresher; Push pole making; Knocker making. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Total Cost per workshop including preparation, gathering of materials, and teardown/clean up; Documentation of relevant experience in the craft including photos or physical examples; Documentation of. Review the full document from Bad River Housing Authority (Brha) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Odanah, WI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.