Tribal Services
We believe in balance when combining opportunity, development, and culture. A deep history and tradition shape the future of each Tribe, and the right partnership between a Tribal Nation and a firm can help move visions forward. We offer a comprehensive range of planning and engineering services designed to support Tribal communities in their journey toward growth, development, economic diversification, affordable housing, connectivity, safety, sustainability, and resilience.
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KLJ brings a team of grant writers, infrastructure planners, analysts, and cost-benefit specialists to support our Tribes in securing local, state, and federal grant funding. We know that our Tribal clients rely on grant funding to support planning, economic growth, diversification, and infrastructure improvements. Our professional grant writers take a comprehensive approach to developing CIP funding strategies and offer management services for grant funding compliance and reimbursement. We have empowered our clients and helped them to obtain more than $680M in grants, including over $250M for Tribes.
KLJ can provide land use planning and zoning to create development that balances economic growth, environmental sustainability, cultural preservation, and social connectivity. We are adept at creating policies, regulations, and guidelines that govern how land can be used and developed efficiently and effectively. We assist with planning, feasibility studies, and design that promotes sustainable economic development for residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional.
- Master Planning
- Economic Diversification
- Site Development
- Public Input and Tribal Outreach
- Feasibility Studies
- Transportation Access and Utilities Planning
KLJ assists Tribes in working towards economic growth and sovereignty with tourism emerging as a powerful tool in promoting and sustaining these efforts. Helping Tribes with grant funding to promote economic development and diversification provides our Tribal clients with financial freedom, revenue generation, and jobs. We support Tribes in harnessing the power of tourism as a tool for cultural preservation, economic development, and community empowerment. By telling story and history, Tribes can use their cultural heritage for sustainable development.
- Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies (CEDS)
- Tourism Development
- SWOT Analysis
- Economic Resiliency
- Economic Feasibility Studies
- Strategic Direction and Diversification
- Implementation Plans
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- Construction Monitoring
- History and Architectural History
- Tribal Consultation
- Paleontology
- Prehistoric and Historic Archaeology
- Report of Investigations
- Survey, Evaluative Testing, and Mitigation
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- Biological Assessments
- Botanical Surveys
- Wildlife Surveys
- Wetland Delineations and Riparian Surveys
- Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessment
- NEPA Compliance
- Construction Monitoring
We work closely with planners and engineers to ensure plans are based on realistic standards and costs. Our team has experience working on projects of all different sizes, in various Tribal communities. Our emphasis on communication with staff, Tribal members, and project stakeholders will aid in your project’s success.
- Long- Range Transportation Plans
- Transportation Safety Plans
- Multi-Modal Planning & Design
- Transit Development Plans
- Road Safety Audits
- Feasibility Studies
- National Tribal Transportation Field Inventory Updates
- Traffic Forecasting
- Traffic Modeling
- Corridor Studies
- Intersection Safety Studie
Transportation Design and Construction
- Roads and Trails
- Structures
- Transit
- Facilities
- Aviation
- Construction Administration
- ERFO and FEMA Projects
KLJ specializes in planning and designing affordable, sustainable housing and Tribal facilities that meet cultural, environmental, and accessibility needs. We collaborate with Tribal Housing Authorities, architects, and developers on site selection, master planning, infrastructure, and energy-efficient designs. Our expertise includes utility connections, grading, drainage, and multi-modal connectivity to ensure functional and community-integrated developments.
Housing
- Master Planning
- Traffic Impact Studies and Accessibility
- Site Selection/Site Layout
- Site Design (Utilities/Roadways/Sidewalks)
- Construction Administration
Tribal Facilities
- Administrative
- Commercial
- Educational
- Governmental
- Healthcare
- Industrial
- Judicial
- Public Works
- Transportation
We partner with Tribal Utility Authorities to advance self-determination and economic growth by modernizing utilities, increasing renewable energy, and enhancing affordability and reliability. Our focus on energy sovereignty helps Tribes retain local dollars, achieve resilience, and secure long-term environmental and economic benefits.
Utilities
- Broadband
- Power
- Solid Waste
- Water
- Wastewater
Renewable Energy
- Microgrids
- Solar
- Wind
- Energy Storage
- Biomass
- Small-Scale Renewables

Additional services you may need for your project:
Aviation
Structural
Environmental
Oil & Gas
Power
Telecommunications
Survey
Right-of-Way
Transportation
Public Works
Funding Resources
Water
Land Development
Cultural Resources
Construction Services
Public Engagement
SUE
Park & Recreation

Featured Projects
BIA Route 7 to US HWY 83 Improvement Project
This vital arterial corridor in the community that spans from the City Rosebud to US Highway 83.
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Featured Projects
Four Bears Casino and Event Center Expansion
The Four Bears Casino and Event Center Expansion
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Spirit Lake Reservation RAAD
Over nine miles of earthen dams were constructed under emergency conditions to protect critical infrastructure within the Spirit Lake Nation from the rapidly rising waters of Devils Lake.
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