Providing Innovative Life–Cycle Solutions to Our Warfighters
Software Development & Systems Integration
Precision Machining & Assembly
Technical & Professional Services
High-Performance
Engineering
Electronics Design & Manufacturing
Waséyabek Defense is a group of Tribally-owned small businesses providing innovative life-cycle solutions to the Department of Defense. Our businesses stand ready to serve any need – from research and development to engineering, production, operations, and maintenance.
Collectively, the Waséyabek Defense team possesses the deep subject matter expertise and domain capabilities needed to carry any effort from ideation to execution and beyond – an approach rooted in our dedication to the long-term sovereignty and sustainability of the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi Tribe.
THE TRIBAL 8(A) ADVANTAGE
As a Native American Corporation (NAC), we are afforded unique federal contracting advantages. Some of the benefits of leveraging a Tribally-Owned Business include:
- No Award Dollar Limit – DoD contracts up to $100 million without J&A (DFARS 219.808). Federal Civilian contracts up to $25 million without J&A [FAR 6.302-5(b)(4)]. Unlimited dollar value with J&A (13 CFR 124.506(b).
- Direct Negotiated Contract – A Government agency may contract and negotiate directly with an 8(a) Tribal entity (13 CFR 124.506(b)).
- SDB and Native Credits – Federal agencies contracting to an 8(a) Tribal entity may claim SDB and Native American credits. (13 VFR 124.1001 and 13 CFR 124.109).
- No Protest of Awards – A directly negotiated award may not be challenged (13 CFR 124.517 (a)).
THE SEVEN GRANDFATHER TEACHINGS
Truth, Humility, Honesty, Wisdom, Love, Bravery, and Respect; these are the core values that guide every decision we make. They originate from the Seven Grandfather Teachings and have always been a part of the Native American culture. Their roots date back to the beginning of time.
For more info, contact Mike Devlin, Vice President of Strategy and Revenue, Waséyabek Federal Group: mdevlin@waseyabek.com
Waséyabek is a Michigan-based holding company wholly owned by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi.