Project Information

Bid Title

RFP Cultural Consultant

Issuing Agency

Quinault Indian Nation

Location

Washington

Published Date

Jan 14, 2026

Closing Date

Jan 29, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	RFP Cultural Consultant
Category:	Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO)
Status:	Open

Description: The Quinault Tribal Court is seeking bids from qualified individuals or entities to provide Cultural Consultant Services for its three Healing to Wellness Court Programs, Adult, Family and Juvenile. These services are intended to support the court's mission of fostering healing, resilience, and cultural reconnection through traditional Quinault practices, teachings and values. The Cultural consultant will play a vital role in strengthening participants' connection to Quinault Culture, history, and traditions as part of their healing and recovery journey. Â SEE RELATED DOCUMENT BELOW Publication Date/Time: 1/13/2026 12:00 AM Closing Date/Time: 1/29/2026 5:00 PM Contact Person: Quinault Indian Nation P.O. Box 70 Attn: Bids Taholah, Washington 98587 bids@quinault.org CC Nickole.butler@quinault.org Erica.Tomlin@quinault.org Related Documents: RFP Cultural Consultant

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I. COVER PAGE

Purpose

The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is: The Quinault Tribal Court is seeking proposals from

individuals to incorporate and manage Cultural education classes and or activities for Juvenile Wellness

Court Participants and Adult Wellness Court Participants. This will include organizing classes to support

all three Wellness Courts and participants, facilitating cultural activities and classes, and

utilizing/organizing current staff to assist in the process.

INSTRUCTIONS

Proposals may be submitted by regular mail or email to the person listed below. If submitted by email, the

proposal shall be submitted in a security-protected PDF format. A proposal shall be received by no later

than 5 pm on January 29, 2026 , and submitted to:

Quinault Indian Nation P.O. Box 70

Attn: Bids

Taholah, Washington 98587

bids@quinault.org

CC Nickole.butler@quinault.org

Erica.Tomlin@quinault.org

II. SCOPE OF WORK

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Project Summary:

The selected contractor will be responsible for planning and facilitating one class once a month for

Adult participants and one class once a month or Juvenile participants. Activities should be

accessible, culturally responsive, and tailored to varying levels of physical ability and experience.

2. Cultural Activities/Classes:

• Lead one (1) Cultural activity and or classes per month for Juvenile Wellness Court

participants

• Lead One (1) Cultural activity and or class per month for Adult Wellness Court

participants

• Ensure all activities are trauma-informed and support participants' recovery and wellness

journeys

• Track attendance and provide brief monthly reports to the Wellness Court coordinator

• Collaborate with Wellness Court staff as needed to align activities with participant needs

4. Training and Programs:

• Experience working with justice-involved individuals or vulnerable populations

• Familiarity with trauma-informed and culturally competent practices

• Knowledge of Quinault culture, traditions, history, and cultural protocols

• Experience providing cultural education, mentorship, or teachings within Indigenous or

Tribal communities

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5. Collaborative Care Coordination:

• The facilitator collaborates with other professionals within the Wellness Courts, including legal,

healthcare, and social service personnel, Court staff and management to ensure a coordinated

and holistic and culturally sensitive approach to participant care.

6. Compliance and Confidentiality:

• Adherence to state and federal confidentiality regulations is a critical part of the facilitator's

role. They ensure all client interactions and records are managed with the utmost

confidentiality and in compliance with legal standards.

III. REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

In order to be considered, a proposal shall include the following elements:

1. Cover letter, resume, and relevant work experience;

2. Proposal including proposed cultural activities and approach for both youth and adult sessions,

general proposed steps and timeline, deliverables, a description of previous work involving youth

and court;

3. A minimum of three references regarding the reputation and qualifications of the consultant;

4. The applicable fees or fee structure to be charged.

5. Copy of relevant certifications, if applicable.

Indian Preference: Indian Preference applies to all contract procurement with the QIN per the attached

Policy.

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541611Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
• NAICS 541620Environmental Consulting Services
• NAICS 541690Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
• NAICS 541720Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities
• NAICS 541990All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

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