--Intent to Award
ID: A16PS01397bType: Special Notice
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSCENTRAL OFFICERESTON, VA, 20192, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/947b804e4cb00548f24a68dd0a470224/view
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Indian Affairs, has issued a special notice regarding an intent to award a federal contract. While specific requirements or objectives of the procurement are not detailed in the overview, such contracts typically involve services or goods that support the Bureau's mission to enhance the welfare of Native American tribes and communities. The importance of these contracts lies in their role in facilitating essential services and programs that benefit tribal nations. For further information, interested parties should monitor updates from the Bureau, as additional details regarding the contract and any associated deadlines may be forthcoming.

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