*RFP* REDCO Government Contracting

REDCO is seeking a qualified consultant or firm (the "Proposer") to conduct a comprehensive government contracting readiness assessment across the ecosystem and to design an operating model that positions REDCO and its subsidiaries to pursue federal, state, local, and tribal contracts in a deliberate, compliant, and sustainable way.

PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this RFP is to select a Proposer to assess whether, where, and how the Sicangu Co ecosystem should pursue government contracting, and to deliver a practical roadmap and operating model for doing so.

PROPOSER QUALIFICATIONS: REDCO seeks a Proposer with demonstrated expertise in government contracting strategy and, ideally, direct experience with tribal or entity-owned organizations.

EVALUATION CRITERIA: Proposals will be evaluated on overall value to REDCO, not lowest price alone. The following criteria and weights will guide the evaluation:

• Understanding of the engagement and quality of proposed approach

• Relevant experience, including tribal / entity-owned 8(a) and federal contracting

• Methodology and work plan across the five phases

• Qualifications of the assigned team

• Past performance and references

• Cost and overall value

REDCO may, at its discretion, invite finalists to interview or present before making a selection.

PROPOSAL INSTRUCTION: Proposals must be submitted electronically in PDF format to Ray Crow Eagle, ray@sicangu.co and Dustin Daniels, dustin@sicangu.co by October 30 at 5pm CT. Proposals received after the deadline may not be considered.

RFP CONTACT (for questions or clarifications):

All questions must be submitted in writing to the same contact by the questions-due date. Answers will be shared with all known proposers.