INDIAN PREFERENCE CONTRACTING Sample Clauses
The Indian Preference Contracting clause establishes a requirement or preference for awarding contracts to Indian-owned businesses or entities when procuring goods or services. In practice, this means that, when possible, contracting authorities must give priority to qualified Indian organizations or individuals during the selection process, often as part of federal or tribal projects. This clause is designed to promote economic development and self-sufficiency within Indian communities by ensuring they have greater access to contracting opportunities.
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INDIAN PREFERENCE CONTRACTING. KAR shall during the term of this Agreement, to the extent permitted by applicable law, including but not limited to the Indian Civil Rights Act, 25 U.S.C. 1301 et. Seq., give preference in contracting for goods and services for the Enterprise to qualified Indians who reside on or near the lands within the confines of the Shingle Springs Rancheria and to such land as may hereafter be added thereto as provided in the Constitution of Shingle Springs. Qualified shall mean a person who is able to provide the same quality services and has demonstrated skills and abilities to perform the tasks to be undertaken in an acceptable manner, as non-Indian competitors at competitive prices, and shall be able to meet the bonding requirements of KAR and the Enterprise.