Salt River Cemetery Veteran’s Area Phased Data Recovery

The state of Arizona is seeking a qualified contractor to develop a comprehensive Historic Properties Treatment Plan (HPTP) and execute a phased data recovery program for a planned cemetery expansion project near the southwest corner of Extension Road and Palm Lane. This procurement involves archaeological and cultural resource management services for a 2.7-acre parcel of Tribal land designated for future cemetery use, including burial plots, parking facilities, restroom infrastructure, and a septic system with a committal shelter. The primary deliverables will include a detailed HPTP document outlining methodological approaches to data recovery, archaeological documentation, and preservation strategies for any historical or cultural resources discovered during site development. The contract opportunity was posted on August 23, 2024, with proposals due by October 10, 2024, providing potential respondents approximately seven weeks to prepare comprehensive submissions. Contractors will need to demonstrate expertise in archaeological research, cultural resource management, tribal land development protocols, and have prior experience with similar historic preservation and data recovery projects.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the procurement notice, potential respondents should anticipate standard requirements for cultural resource management credentials and archaeological research qualifications. The project's location on Tribal land suggests that contractors with established relationships or experience working with indigenous communities may receive preferential consideration. No incumbent vendor information or specific budget range was provided in the available documentation, though the specialized nature of the work and the comprehensive scope suggest a potentially significant contract value. Interested firms should carefully review the full solicitation documents to understand any additional technical requirements, potential integration with existing site infrastructure, or specific tribal consultation protocols that may be necessary for successful project execution. Prospective contractors should also be prepared to demonstrate extensive professional credentials, prior project experience in similar archaeological data recovery efforts, and a nuanced understanding of cultural resource preservation methodologies.