Tribal Consultation for Responsible Cultural Resource Management
Tribal consultation is vital when projects may affect cultural resources of concern to federally recognized Native American tribes. Senior staff members at ACI have training in the principles of tribal consultation, along with experience in the inclusion of tribes in Section 106 reviews, helping clients navigate their obligations with care, respect, and a clear understanding of the process.
How ACI Can Help
ACI can assist with Section 106 reviews, coordination with Tribal Historic Preservation Officers, and Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) matters, including significance evaluations, compliance, memoranda of understanding, and the preparation of collections for transfer.
What Tribal Consultation Services Include
Tribal consultation may involve multiple parties, regulatory requirements, and sensitive cultural considerations, making experience and preparation essential to the process — and our firm’s 50 years of cultural resource management expertise allows us to be a valuable partner. ACI brings specialized knowledge of Section 106 and other requirements, helping clients understand their responsibilities, facilitate meaningful conversations, and address concerns appropriately. Explore our core tribal consultation capabilities to learn how ACI can fulfill your project’s needs.
Core Capabilities
When to Contact ACI
Your Project May Call for Tribal Consultation Support
When tribal consultation may be required, understanding the process and responsibilities early can help keep your project moving forward. If you have concerns regarding human remains, sites of significance, or recently discovered objects, the first step is starting a conversation with our team at ACI.
From the First Conversation to a Clear Path Forward
Every project begins with understanding the entire situation. ACI reviews your project location, timeline, available documentation such as photos or descriptions of what was found, known requirements, and any concerns regarding cultural resources to determine the most appropriate path forward.
Your Details Help Us Determine the Scope
Using the information you provided, our team determines whether additional research, field investigations, technical studies, or other services are appropriate. We then develop a clear plan and provide the documentation or recommendations needed to support your project.
Need Tribal Consultation Guidance for a Project or Property?
If you know tribal consultation expertise is what your project requires, or are unsure which services you need from ACI, we are always available to answer questions. Contact our team, tell us about your project, and we will place you on a clear path forward.
