Working With Tribal Communities



Native American Hiring Provision (NAHP)

Mural on the wall at a multi-use path under US 8.
Mural at the US 8 multi-use path, a project completed with the hiring provision.

The Native American Hiring Provision (NAHP) is a standardized contract clause applied to contracts when the project corridor is located on, partially on, or directly adjacent to reservation lands or lands that retain reservation status. The provision also applies to off-reservation projects if a Tribally owned trust parcel lies directly adjacent to the project’s right of way.

To the extent permitted by federal and Wisconsin law, the NAHP supports Tribal employment goals of Tribes.

The provision is designed to stimulate early and meaningful dialog between contractors doing business in Tribal communities and Tribal workforce development programs. It encourages Native American hiring opportunities through enhanced communications and reporting mechanisms.


Updated February 2026
NAHP Implementation Guide

For Tribes, WisDOT, consultants, communities and contractors.

Read the guide

Frequently Asked Questions
Forms

Native American Hiring Provision Pre-bid Contact Verification Form:
WisDOT Native American Hiring Provision Report:

This determination happens during the scoping process (project definition phase), and documentation is completed prior to the final scope certification. It identifies if the Native American Hiring Provision will be included in a project, as well as which Native American Tribes have land interests within the project.

NALI scoping determination

The primary objective of the DBE program is to level the playing field by:

  • Engaging small businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals in the bid letting process.
  • Providing fair and continuous opportunities to DBEs so they may compete for federally funded transportation contracts.