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As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), Kootnoowoo, Inc. is eligible for participation in multiple set-aside contracting programs and is open to considering partnerships and joint ventures that can take advantage of these opportunities and be mutually beneficial.
Programs that Kootznoowoo is eligible to participate include:
The Tribal Small Business Administration (SBA) Section 8(a) program is a formal business development program designed to assist socially and economically disadvantaged small business, such as Native-owned small businesses that are at least 51% owned by an ANC, to enter the federal marketplace through training and development in contracting, financial, technical, marketing, and management skills.
Native-owned small businesses can use the 8(a) program as a tool to successfully market and compete for federal contracts. ANCs are unique in that they may own multiple entities participating in the 8(a) program.
The SBA Section 8(a) program offers several advantages for our partners. For instance, on Tribal Section 8(a) sole-source/direct awards:
The SBA Section 8(a) program offers several advantages for our partners. For instance, on Tribal Section 8(a) sole-source/direct awards:
There is no dollar threshold [13 cfr 124.506 (b)].
The government can award sole-source DoD contracts up to $100M in value without justification and approval (J&A), and awards over $100M with J&A.
Awards are not subject to protest [13 CFR 124.517(a)].
The DOD Indian Incentive Program (IIP) is a congressionally-sponsored program that provides a 5% rebate to federal prime contractors and subcontractors that subcontract to Indian-owned organizations.
Congress has established a 23% government wide goal for awards of contracts to small businesses. Subsets of the small business goal are a 5% government wide goal for awards to small, disadvantaged businesses (SDBs), a 5% government wide goal for awards to women-owned small businesses (WOSB), a 3% government wide goal for awards to a historically underutilized business zone @ (HUBZone) small businesses, and a 3% government wide goal for awards to service-connected disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB). A contract can get counted towards more than one goal.
ANCs are exempt from competitive threshold limitations per 13 CFR 124.506(b) and are eligible to receive sole-source contracts of unlimited value.
Contracting or partnering with a Native-owned Section 8 (a) entity stimulates economic growth and career opportunities that benefit the Tribal and surrounding communities.
The federal government’s goal is to award at least 3% of all federal contracting dollars to HUBZone-certified small businesses each year. The government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses in historically underutilized business zones. It also gives preferential consideration to those businesses in full and open competition.
Joining the HUBZone program makes your business eligible to compete for the program’s set-aside contracts. HUBZone-certified businesses also get a 10% price evaluation preference in full and open contract competitions. HUBZone-certified businesses can still compete for contract awards under other socio-economic programs they qualify for.
Be a small business
Be at least 51 percent owned and controlled by U.S. citizens, a Community Development Corporation, an agricultural cooperative, a Native Hawaiian organization, or an Indian Tribe
Have its principal office located in a HUBZone
Have at least 35 percent of its employees live in a HUBZone
The State of Alaska Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program is a federally required program designed to ensure that firms owned and controlled by minorities, women, and other socially and economically disadvantaged persons have the opportunity to grow and become self-sufficient through participation in federally funded DOT contracts.
MBE Certification is the process by which a business is verified as being minority owned according to the criteria set forth by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC). The NMSDC’s requires a business to be at least 51% owned, operated and controlled by racial or ethnic minorities who are also U.S. Citizens.
Once a business is granted an MBE certification, its business contracts may be counted toward the minority spend goals set by the top corporations across the country. The distinction as a certified MBE gives minority owned businesses a competitive advantage when seeking corporate partnerships and contracts.
By becoming a certified MBE, minority owned businesses gain access to contract opportunities with some of the largest and best-known corporations, educational and governmental institutions throughout the country.
If your organization is interested in partnership with Kootznoowoo, please contact:
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Juneau, Alaska 99801
Tel: (907) 790-2992 Fax: (907) 790-2995
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Kootznoowoo, Inc. is pleased to announce that the 53rd Annual Meeting of Shareholders will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in Angoon, Alaska, at the Angoon Elementary School Gym. At the meeting, the terms of Board Directors Frank Jack III and Sharon Love will conclude, and two Board seats will be up for election. Eligible shareholders interested in running for a seat on the Board of Directors must submit a complete candidate packet by the March 11, 2026 deadline in order to be included on the corporate proxy. Shareholders who wish to receive a candidate packet may contact the Kootznoowoo Corporate Office at (907) 790-2992 or email info@kootznoowoo.com.
Kootznoowoo, Inc. is seeking one Administrative Intern for the upcoming summer to work at the corporate office in Juneau. This paid internship offers hands-on experience in a professional office setting and is ideal for individuals interested in building administrative and basic accounting skills. Shareholders or descendants who are currently enrolled in a college, university, or vocational program are eligible to apply. Duration: May-August Schedule: 4–6 hours per day Duties may include: Basic accounting, general office, administrative tasks Compensation: $18 per hour Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest to Kootznoowoo President & CEO, J. Keith Green at info@kootznoowoo.com.
The Kootznoowoo Permanent Fund Settlement Trust (KPFST) announced that it will make a distribution of $3.87 per trust unit on February 1, 2026. The record date for this distribution is Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. (Alaska Time). All changes and updates to shareholder records—including names, addresses, and banking information—must be completed by this deadline to be applied to this distribution. Changes requested after the record date may result in payment delays. Shareholders may update their information through the MyKootznoowoo Shareholder Portal or by contacting Shareholder Services at (907) 790-2992 or info@kootznoowoo.com.
Kootznoowoo, Inc. is pleased to announce that Joy K’áad Jáad Demmert has joined the corporation as its new Director of Finance. Joy grew up in Ketchikan and currently resides in Juneau. She is of Haida and Tlingit descent and belongs to the Káat nay-st/Yahkw Jáanaas (Shark House/Middle Town People) Clan. Joy is the daughter of Victoria Demmert Gatti and Mark Gatti, and the granddaughter of Frances Demmert Peele (Yahkw Jáanaas) and Franklin Demmert, Sr. (L’eeneidi). She is a mother of three and enjoys spending time with her family and being outdoors. Joy brings more than 17 years of experience in the accounting field to her role at Kootznoowoo. Most recently, she worked at Sealaska Corporation and previously spent six years at REACH, Inc. in Juneau, where she served as Controller and Chief Financial Officer. She holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and is currently pursuing a Master of Public Administration at the University of Alaska Southeast. “I look forward to working with the team at Kootznoowoo Corporation and serving the people of Angoon,” said Demmert.
At its December Board meeting, the Kootznoowoo Board of Directors approved a distribution of $4.00 per share. The record date for the distribution is Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Shareholders must ensure that all changes or updates to their shareholder records are completed by this deadline to be eligible for the distribution. Distribution payments are scheduled to be issued on Monday, December 22, 2025. Direct deposit is the fastest and most secure way to receive your distribution, and shareholders are encouraged to sign up in advance to avoid delays. Shareholders are encouraged to contact Shareholder Services with any questions or to update their information at (907) 790-2992 or info@kootznoowoo.com.
Chico serves as a jack-of-all-trades for the corporation. His main responsibility is overseeing the maintenance and upkeep of the K-Plaza building. However, he provides additional support when needed on a variety of projects. He is based in Juneau.