Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians - Traditional Storytelling RFP 2026
Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa IndiansTribal Government · Peshawbestown, MI- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 16 days left
- Primary contact
- Tyler McCarthy
- (231) 534-7750
The 30-second brief
The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians is seeking proposals for traditional wintertime storytelling to help people reconnect to the land, water, ancestors, relatives, and strengthen community for future generations. Proposals should cover storytelling topics such as creation stories, land, and water, along with the duration of the traditional cultural journey, teachers, story topic and origins, ability to travel to satellite offices, accessibility/IT needs, and interest in outdoor storytelling in a lodge setting. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Submissions should be directed to 2605 N West Bay Shore Dr, Peshawbestown, MI, 49682. This solicitation includes local funding.
Duration of traditional cultural journey, Teachers, Story topic and origins, Ability to travel to satellite offices, Accessibility/IT needs, Interest in outdoor storytelling in a lodge setting
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Summary
The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians is seeking proposals for traditional wintertime storytelling to help people reconnect to the land, water, ancestors, relatives, and strengthen community for future generations.
Proposals should cover storytelling topics such as creation stories, land, and water, along with the duration of the traditional cultural journey, teachers, story topic and origins, ability to travel to satellite offices, accessibility/IT needs, and interest in outdoor storytelling in a lodge setting. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Submissions should be directed to 2605 N West Bay Shore Dr, Peshawbestown, MI, 49682. This solicitation includes local funding.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Duration of traditional cultural journey
- Teachers
- Story topic and origins
- Ability to travel to satellite offices
- Accessibility/IT needs
- Interest in outdoor storytelling in a lodge setting
- Submit to
- 2605 N West Bay Shore Dr, Peshawbestown, MI, 49682
- Scope location
- Leelanau, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 2605 N West Bay Shore Dr, Peshawbestown, MI, 49682. For questions, contact Tyler McCarthy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians in MI, 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 Tyler McCarthy at (231) 534-7750. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Duration of traditional cultural journey, Teachers, Story topic and origins, Ability to travel to satellite offices, Accessibility/IT needs, Interest in outdoor storytelling in a lodge setting. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Leelanau, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.