Federal Register #2026-18962

Notice of Inventory Completion for Human Remains at Former Fort Vancouver Army Garrison, Vancouver, WA

This opportunity involves the U.S. Department of the Army and the National Park Service completing an inventory of human remains from the former Fort Vancouver Army Garrison in Vancouver, WA. - Government buyer: - U.S. Department of the Army - National Park Service (Department of the Interior) - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement opportunity. - No products or services are requested; the notice pertains to compliance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). - Unique requirements: - Determination of cultural affiliation with the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon and the Cowlitz Indian Tribe - Management and repatriation process for human remains - Current location of remains at the Oregon Historical Society - This is a compliance and notification action, not a solicitation for goods or services.

Description

This notice announces the completion of an inventory of human remains by the U.S. Department of the Army from the former Fort Vancouver Army Garrison in Vancouver, WA. The inventory determined a cultural affiliation between the human remains and certain Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations. The notice provides details on the origin and management of the remains, including their current location and the process for repatriation. Repatriation may occur on or after October 16, 2026, and requests must be submitted to the Department of the Army.

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