FEDERAL CONTRACT PROPOSAL
PROPOSAL FOR INTEGRATED LAND & MARITIME RESPONSE SERVICES
Prepared for: Federal Contracting Authority
Submitted by: Agency Tribal Nations
Date: May 12, 2026
Contract Authority: PL 93-638 (Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act)
Submitting Organization: Agency Tribal Nations Organization — GSA Federal Tribal Contractor
OMB: 2700-0042 GSA-ERRC-Effective Date:12-16-2016
Reference: Land First Offer — $5,000,000 Land + $1,000,000 Boats/Gear/Training
Supporting Document: Chief Geronimo → Secretary of the Interior (PDF)
1.Executive Summary
| Component | Summary |
|---|---|
| Total Contract Value | $6,000,000 |
| Contract Authority | PL 93-638 |
| Land Personnel | 50 (brush clearing & trail maintenance) |
| Maritime Personnel | 25 (boat operations) |
| Vessel Fleet | Boats to be determined |
| Training | FEMA certification + First Responders certification for all 75 personnel |
| Contract Start | Effective upon first operational patrol |
| Owner Profit Share | 1% of profits per owner (up to 10 owners) |
| Royalties | 1% each up to 10% total to successor |
| Land Purpose | Klamath River boat rescue / first response |
| Escrow | To be opened within 30 days of this agreement |
2.Total Budget Allocation — $6,000,000
| Line Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Land Operations (Brush & Trails) — Klamath River Boat Rescue / First Response | $5,000,000 |
| Boats, Gear, Training (including FEMA & First Responders certification) | $1,000,000 |
| TOTAL CONTRACT VALUE | $6,000,000 |
3.Payment to Secretary
Per the terms of the Land First Offer under PL 93-638, $1,000,000 shall be paid directly to Secretary Michelle Nguyen for boats, gear, and training (including FEMA certification and First Responders certification).
4.Training — FEMA & First Responders Certification
All 75 personnel (50 land + 25 maritime) shall complete:
| Certification | Details |
|---|---|
| FEMA Certification | ICS-100, 200, 700, 800 |
| First Responders Certification | CPR, AED, First Aid |
Note: Training costs are included in the $1,000,000 paid to Secretary Michelle Nguyen.
5.Escrow Account
An escrow account shall be opened within 30 days of the execution of this agreement. Terms of the escrow to be defined in Exhibit A.
6.Personnel Summary
| Role | Number | Assignment |
|---|---|---|
| Land Operations (Brush & Trails) | 50 | Clearing, maintenance, fire mitigation |
| Maritime Operations (Boats) | 25 | SAR, fire, patrol, vessel maintenance |
| Total Personnel | 75 |
8.Royalties to Successor
| Term | Detail |
|---|---|
| Royalty Rate | 1% each |
| Maximum Total Royalties | 10% |
| Recipient | Successor (as defined in Exhibit B) |
| Royalty Base | To be defined in Exhibit B |
Note: Royalty and succession agreement will be drafted by legal counsel and attached as an exhibit prior to execution.
9.Consulting Procedures
Pre-consultation and consultation steps shall be completed in accordance with the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (PL 93-638) and the Tribal Government-to-Government Consultation policy of the Department of the Interior. The following procedure governs all consultation activities under this agreement:
| Step | Activity |
|---|---|
| 1. Pre-Consultation | Initial coordination meetings between the Federal Contractor Representative and authorized Tribal Nations Government staff to scope the program, project, and plan. |
| 2. Tribal Council Briefing | Head Chief Geronimo Thomas Langenderfer briefs the Tribal Council prior to formal consultation meetings, ensuring sovereign review of program impacts. |
| 3. Formal Consultation | Government-to-Government consultation meetings with the Head Chief and authorized Tribal staff to review impacts on Tribal sovereignty, resources, properties, cultural practices, and persons under Tribal jurisdiction. |
| 4. Review Packet | Preparation and submission of a complete review packet documenting the proposed program, identified needs, and integration with existing approved strategic plans (NASHA, Mendocino Strategic Plan, Geronimo Hemp Industries, impACT iTNC). |
| 5. Self-Determination Act Compliance | Verification of compliance with the Self-Determination Act of the Federal Contractor, Chief Geronimo's Policies, and the Tribal State of Emergency Emergency Operation Plan (EOP). |
| 6. Disbursement & Implementation | Upon consultation completion and authorization, allocated funds are disbursed to the Federal Contractor Representative to commence implementation under Section 10 (Contract Start & Implementation Process). |
Reference Document:
Chief Geronimo → Secretary of the Interior — Consultation & Coordination Letter (PDF)
Filed September 13, 2021 · References Secretary of Interior Order No. 3384 (Aug 31, 2020), American Rescue Plan Act allocations, BTFA Trust Funds, and FLMMIRTN Tribal Council protocols.
Note: All consultation under this agreement is conducted Government-to-Government in accordance with the Treaty of Peace (USA Treaties with the 1856 Mendocino Reserve) and the sovereign authority of the 588 Tribal Nations Sustainable Development Program.
10.Contract Start & Implementation Process
Contract Start Condition:
"This agreement shall become effective upon the first operational patrol of any vessel purchased under this contract."
Consultant Process:
Upon execution of this agreement by the authorized federal contractor representative, the consultant process shall commence, including:
- Needs assessment & site survey
- Vessel selection and configuration
- Procurement and delivery coordination
- Policy and procedure manual creation
- Owner profit share and royalty agreement finalization
- Escrow account setup
- FEMA & First Responders certification training schedule
12.Summary — What $6 Million Total Buys (PL 93-638)
| Category | What You Get |
|---|---|
| Land | $5,000,000 for Klamath River boat rescue / first response |
| Boats | To be determined within $1M budget |
| Land Equipment | Saws, brush cutters, PPE for 50 workers (budget allocated) |
| Maritime Gear | Life jackets, medical kits, rescue gear (budget allocated) |
| Clothing | Uniforms for all 75 personnel (budget allocated) |
| Training | FEMA certification + First Responders certification for all 75 personnel |
| Personnel | 75 staff ready for deployment |
| Payment to Secretary | $1,000,000 for boats, equipment, gear, clothing, and training |
| Owner Profit Share | 1% each (up to 10 owners) |
| Royalties to Successor | 1% each up to 10% total |
| Escrow | Opened within 30 days |
| Contract Start | First operational patrol |
| Contract Authority | PL 93-638 |
13.Signatures
Federal Contractor Representative
Secretary Michelle Nguyen
Signature:
Date:
Owner / Operator (Primary)
Chief Geronimo Thomas Langenderfer
Agency Tribal Nations
Agency Tribal Nations
Signature:
Date:
Additional Owners (up to 9)
To be listed in Exhibit
Signatures:
Date:
Attorney Witness
Devin Mallonee · Bar #836584
Signature:
Date: