Target Clients
Federally Recognized Tribal Governments
Strategic Private-Sector and Joint Venture Partners
Tribal Enterprises and Development Corporations
We partner directly with tribal governments seeking to unlock economic sovereignty through Title 17 business development, SBA 8(a) strategies, and long-term infrastructure planning. Our work empowers tribal nations to create generational wealth, build industry on sovereign land, and leverage federal programs for strategic growth.
Tribal Enterprises and Development Corporations
Strategic Private-Sector and Joint Venture Partners
Tribal Enterprises and Development Corporations
Bison Trail Development supports tribally owned businesses and economic development corporations in scaling operations, winning government contracts, and launching joint ventures. We provide hands-on assistance with compliance, proposal development, project management, and capacity building.
Strategic Private-Sector and Joint Venture Partners
Strategic Private-Sector and Joint Venture Partners
Strategic Private-Sector and Joint Venture Partners
We collaborate with private firms and institutional partners who recognize the value of doing business with Native-led enterprises. Whether through SBA mentor-protégé programs, joint ventures, or tribal-industrial partnerships, we help connect companies with tribal entities for meaningful, mutually beneficial growth.
Industrial Development Potential in Indian Country
Federally Recognized Tribes in the Connected U.S.
There are 574 federally recognized tribes in the United States, with roughly 490 located in the contiguous 48 states (excluding Alaska and Hawaii). These tribes collectively control:
- 56+ million acres of tribal land (BIA-managed and sovereign lands)
- Legal jurisdiction under sovereign governance systems
- Eligibility for federal funds, contracts, and infrastructure support
Major Tribal Regions by Economic Readiness
- Southwest (e.g., Navajo, Apache, Pueblo Nations): High solar/wind energy potential, industrial-scale land, existing tech infrastructure (e.g., Navajo NTUA fiber network)
- Northern Plains (e.g., Lakota/Dakota/Nakota Nations): Vast land, underutilized workforce, flare gas for data/energy projects
- Great Lakes & Midwest (e.g., Ho-Chunk, Oneida, Menominee): Strong governance, stable enterprises, rich in forestry and energy biomass
- Pacific Northwest (e.g., Colville, Yakama, Warm Springs): Hydropower, timber, and logistics positioning
- Southeast & East Coast (e.g., Cherokee, Seminole, Wampanoag): Strong casino revenue bases and legacy partnerships in tourism and construction
Tribal Sector Strengths
- Tax advantages and sovereign immunity create competitive manufacturing zones
- Land and labor access without typical urban overhead costs
- Sovereign permitting and zoning authority accelerate development timelines
- Eligibility for unique federal programs (Buy Indian, HUBZone, IIJA, IRA, CHIPS Act)