Little Traverse Bay Bands Of Odawa Indians Ltbbodawa #Request for Proposals for Training of Facilitator and Follow Up for Youth Gathering Of Native Americans (GONA) Team

LTBB seeks training and facilitation support for its Community GONA team

The Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians is seeking a provider to train and support its youth-focused Community GONA facilitation team. - Buyer: Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians (LTBB), Education Department. - Funding context: Project materials must acknowledge Indian Health Service Suicide Prevention, Intervention, and Postvention grant funding. - Requested services: - Virtual preparation and Training of Facilitators sessions. - One 3.5-day onsite facilitator training for approximately 20–25 participants, with practical exercises, facilitation practice, coaching, and feedback. - Training curriculum, participant resources, supplies, and implementation tools. - Coordination of a suitable venue, audiovisual equipment, meals, refreshments, and training supplies. - Planning and facilitation support, mentorship, and follow-up coaching for LTBB’s 2027 Community GONA. - A final report documenting activities, participation, and recommendations. - Notable requirements: Demonstrated Anishinaabe cultural knowledge and experience working with youth, at least three similar projects, and a fixed-price proposal. Native American preference applies, with additional consideration for qualifying minority-owned and small businesses. Contractor travel expenses must be included in the proposed fee. - OEMs and vendors: No contractor, product OEM, or commercial vendor is named. No equipment or manufactured products are requested.

Description

The Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians seeks proposals for comprehensive training, coaching, and facilitation support for its Community GONA Team. The work includes virtual preparation sessions, a 3.5-day onsite Training of Facilitators for approximately 20–25 participants, training materials, venue coordination, catering, and hands-on coaching. The contractor will also provide follow-up technical assistance and support for planning and facilitating the 2027 Community GONA, followed by coaching and a final summary report. Proposals are due November 16, 2026, by 3:00 p.m. prevailing local time.

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