# 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

**Posted:** October 23, 2026
**Respond By:** November 16, 2026
**Identifier:** Request for Proposals for Training of Facilitator and Follow Up for Youth Gathering Of Native Americans (GONA) Team
**NAICS:** 611430

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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