Program Manager Tribal History and Shared History

The Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians (CTCLUSI) are seeking an independent contractor to serve as a Program Manager for the Tribal History Shared History (THSH) curriculum development initiative. This Request for Quote (RFQ) aims to procure a professional who will coordinate the development of a comprehensive K-12 tribal curriculum, focusing on unifying efforts across tribal members, community volunteers, and Oregon state partnerships. The selected program manager will be responsible for critical tasks including curriculum taskforce coordination, lesson plan facilitation, curriculum distribution, cultural integration, data maintenance, reporting, and interdepartmental communication. Ideal candidates must demonstrate proven experience in education and curriculum development, possess strong organizational and communication skills, and have expertise in creating educational content. The procurement timeline requires electronic bid proposals to be submitted to Oregon Buys or directly to Norbert Johnson, Procurement Manager, by April 3rd, 2025 at 2 p.m. PST, with final proposals due by April 9th, 2025. The contract is initially funded through June 30, 2025, with confirmed support for the 2025-2027 biennium and potential for future continuation.

The contract appears to be open to independent contractors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Funding for the project will be derived from DELC or other tribal braided funding streams, with the CTCLUSI Education Department collaborating closely with the selected contractor. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the project represents a one-year contract with potential for biennial renewal. The curriculum development initiative is specifically designed to create educational materials that honor the tribe's traditions, language, and heritage, suggesting a nuanced and culturally sensitive approach to procurement. No incumbent vendors or existing technology integration requirements are mentioned in the available documentation. The contract's focus on developing a comprehensive tribal history curriculum indicates a significant investment in educational programming that bridges tribal knowledge with state educational standards.