R--Indian Craft Shop Operations IA25SS0001
SAM.GOV Due: August 11, 2025 at 06:00 PM UTC
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Summary

The opportunity titled R--Indian Craft Shop Operations IA25SS0001 is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, aimed at gathering input from qualified entities interested in operating the Indian Craft Shop located at the U.S. Department of the Interior in Washington, DC. This shop has been a prominent venue for showcasing and selling authentic American Indian and Alaska Native arts and crafts since 1938. The current operator will cease operations on June 6, 2025, prompting the need for a new concessionaire to manage both onsite and virtual retail operations. Interested contractors should have experience in retail management, particularly in arts and crafts, and a commitment to promoting authentic cultural products while adhering to the Indian Arts and Crafts Act. Preference will be given to Indian-owned businesses, aligning with the Buy Indian Act. This opportunity is not a solicitation for a contract but rather a means for the government to assess market capabilities and gather information for potential future solicitations.
Description
Established in 1938, the Indian Craft Shop at the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) has served as a premier venue for showcasing and selling authentic American Indian and Alaska Native arts and crafts. Indian Affairs is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to gather input from qualified en
Entities
IDOT
Department of the Interior
BOIA
Bureau of Indian Affairs
NAICS
711510
Set Aside
None
Place of Performance
Main Interior Building (MIB) , Washington , District of Columbia 20010
Point of Contact
Full Name Email Phone Type
Lowery, Adam [email protected] 571-560-0622 primary
Attachments
  • RFI_Indian_Craft_Shop_Operations_1.pdf
  • RFI_Indian_Craft_Shop_Operations_V2_2.pdf
  • RFI_Indian_Craft_Shop_Operations_V3_3.pdf