CDD-24-069_Project_Map.pdf

This is a project map document related to a Historic Properties Treatment Plan and phased data recovery program solicitation issued by Maricopa County, Arizona for archaeological work at the Salt River Cemetery site. The project encompasses a 10.4-acre parcel of tribal land located along E. McDowell Road and east of N. Alma School Road. The solicitation, posted on August 23, 2024, requests comprehensive proposals for developing a Historic Properties Treatment Plan and implementing a phased data recovery program to prepare the site for future cemetery infrastructure development, including burial plots, roadways, potential restroom facilities with septic systems, parking areas, and a committal shelter. The firm proposal submission deadline is October 10, 2024. Respondents must demonstrate expertise in tribal archaeological research, cultural resource management, site documentation protocols, and comprehensive historical preservation strategies.

Qualified archaeological and cultural resource management firms are expected to submit detailed proposals outlining their technical approach and methodologies. While specific budget parameters are not explicitly stated in available documentation, similar archaeological data recovery projects in tribal contexts typically range between $100,000 and $500,000, depending on site complexity and scope requirements. The project's location on tribal land suggests potential preference for Native American-owned or culturally affiliated archaeological consulting firms, though specific set-aside designations are not formally stated. No incumbent vendor information is provided. The procurement emphasizes technical competence and historical preservation expertise. Specialized archaeological research teams with demonstrated experience in tribal land investigations and comprehensive cultural resource management are required to successfully compete for this opportunity.