# HHS Funds Santo Domingo Pueblo Water Infrastructure

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Indian Health Service (IHS), announced a **$10.7 million** federal investment awarded on May 1, 2026, to expand clean water and wastewater infrastructure at Santo Domingo Pueblo, New Mexico. This project includes construction of a wastewater treatment plant, four lift stations, and force mains to improve sanitation services for the tribal community. The initiative reflects a coordinated effort between HHS and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to modernize essential water infrastructure in Indian Country, supporting health, safety, and long-term community prosperity.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should note the significant federal funding directed toward tribal infrastructure projects, highlighting opportunities in water and wastewater construction services.
- The project scope includes specialized infrastructure components such as wastewater treatment plants and lift stations, indicating demand for contractors with expertise in environmental and civil engineering.
- Collaboration between HHS, IHS, and EPA signals potential for integrated federal partnerships in future tribal infrastructure procurements.
- Companies interested in tribal infrastructure development should consider engagement strategies with federal agencies and tribal authorities to align with ongoing modernization efforts.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** May 01, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
- Indian Health Service (IHS)
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

### Key Quotes
> HHS and EPA share a strong partnership and commitment to modernize Santo Domingo Pueblo’s essential drinking water and wastewater infrastructure
> — Victoria Tran, EPA Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator

> This investment reflects our shared commitment to ensuring Tribal communities have access to the essential infrastructure that supports health, safety, and long-term prosperity.
> — Mark Cruz, Senior Advisor to the Secretary of HHS

### Sources
- [U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Announces $10.7 Million for Clean Water Infrastructure at Santo Domingo Pueblo | 2026 Press Releases](https://www.ihs.gov/newsroom/pressreleases/2026-press-releases/us-department-of-health-and-human-services-announces-107-million-for-clean-water-infrastructure-at-santo-domingo-pueblo/) - IHS