GOVERNMENT SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS.
Federal | State | Tribal
November 15-19, 2026 - Chandler, Arizona
Hosted by the Gila River Indian Community | Presented by The Center for Tribal Transportation | nticc.org
About NTICC®
The National Transportation in Indian Country Conference® (NTICC) is the nation's premier annual gathering dedicated exclusively to tribal transportation infrastructure. Organized and operated by The Center for Tribal Transportation (CTT), NTICC convenes more than 800 tribal transportation professionals, federal and state agency representatives, tribal elected leaders, engineers, planners, and program staff from across the United States.
NTICC directly advances the missions of federal and state agencies and tribal governments engaged in tribal transportation. The conference provides a national venue to communicate program updates, deliver technical guidance, conduct government-to-government consultation, and build the relationships that underpin effective program stewardship of the Tribal Transportation Program (23 U.S.C. 202; 25 CFR Part 170) and related federal and state initiatives.
800+
5
CONFERENCE ATTENDEES
CONFERENCE DAYS
205+
TRIBES REPRESENTED
50
STATES REPRESENTED
Why Government Sponsorship?
Government sponsorship of NTICC supports public-mission objectives that commercial sponsorship cannot. Federal, state, and tribal sponsors use NTICC to advance the policy, program, and intergovernmental priorities that drive tribal transportation outcomes nationwide.
Direct engagement with TTP recipients
Reach the tribal transportation directors, program staff, and elected leaders who administer the Tribal Transportation Program in a single five-day venue.
Government-to-government consultation
NTICC's listening sessions and roundtables provide structured opportunities for sovereign-to-sovereign dialogue between federal, state, and tribal governments.
Program communication channel
Communicate program updates, regulatory changes, funding opportunities, and technical guidance directly to tribal transportation leadership and program staff.
Tribal liaison and outreach
Demonstrate agency commitment to tribal transportation and meet tribal liaison and outreach goals through high-visibility recognition and direct engagement.
Workforce and capacity building
Support workforce development, training, and tribal capacity-building through sponsorship of NTICC's training tracks and Heavy Equipment Roadeo.
Documented engagement
Receive a post-event report documenting attendance, sessions, and engagement metrics suitable for internal program documentation and conference attendance reporting.
Conference Audience
NTICC convenes the decision-makers and practitioners responsible for the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and safety of tribal transportation systems across the United States.
Tribal Transportation Program directors, managers, and staff from federally recognized tribes administering TTP funds.
Tribal council members and elected leaders with transportation oversight responsibilities.
Tribal planners, engineers, project managers, and roads department personnel.
FHWA Office of Tribal Transportation, BIA Division of Transportation, and the regional TTAP Centers.
State DOT tribal liaisons, MPO staff, and county engineers serving tribal communities.
Engineering, planning, and construction firms working in tribal transportation.
Workforce development educators and tribal training program staff.
Program Themes For NTICC® 2026
NTICC 2026 programming aligns with current federal program priorities, state tribal transportation initiatives, and tribal program needs.
Tribal Transportation Program administration, funding, and reporting under IIJA and the FAST Act
Bridge program and safety fund administration
Self-governance and Public Law 93-638 contracting for transportation
Project delivery: planning, design, environmental, construction, and maintenance
Workforce development, training, and tribal workforce capacity
Safety, including rural and tribal road safety, MMIW corridor lighting, and Safe Streets for All implementation
Climate resilience, emergency management, and infrastructure adaptation
Tribal sovereignty, government-to-government consultation, and intergovernmental partnerships
Federal & State Government Sponsorship
NTICC offers dedicated sponsorship tiers for state Departments of Transportation, state tribal affairs offices, state transportation commissions, regional planning organizations, MPOs, and federal agencies. Government sponsors receive recognition designed to support their public engagement, tribal liaison, and intergovernmental priorities while reaching the most concentrated audience of tribal transportation decision-makers in the country.
Federal In-Kind Co-Sponsorship
Federal agencies participating through in-kind co-sponsorship under written Co-Sponsorship Agreements (no exchange of federal funds, consistent with the Anti-Deficiency Act, the Miscellaneous Receipts Statute, and 5 CFR 2635.204(g) widely-attended-gathering provisions) are recognized as Federal Co-Sponsors separately from the paid sponsorship tiers below. Federal agencies interested in in-kind co-sponsorship should request CTT's separate Federal Co-Sponsorship Proposal package.
Eligible Government Sponsors
State Departments of Transportation.
State tribal affairs offices and tribal liaison offices.
State transportation commissions and boards.
Regional planning organizations and Metropolitan Planning Organizations.
Federal agencies participating through grant-funded conference support, cooperative agreements, or other authorized funding mechanisms.
County and local government transportation agencies serving tribal communities.
Government Sponsorship Tiers
Premier recognition as Premier Government Sponsor in all conference materials, signage, and communications.
Keynote or general session speaking opportunity for agency executive, Secretary, or Director.
Dedicated agency showcase in the exhibit area.
Full-page ad in conference program.
14 complimentary conference registrations for agency staff and leadership.
Exclusive sponsorship of one tribal liaison roundtable or government-to-government dialogue session.
Logo placement on conference app and conference website with link to agency tribal program page.
Recognition in all pre-conference and post-conference communications.
Dedicated press release announcing agency sponsorship and tribal transportation priorities.
Year-round recognition on tribaltrans.com and nticc.org.
Post-event report documenting attendance, sessions, and engagement metrics suitable for internal program reporting.
PREMIER GOVERNMENT SPONSOR | $30,000
LEAD GOVERNMENT SPONSOR | $20,000
Recognition as Lead Government Sponsor in conference program, signage, and website.
Plenary or general session speaking opportunity.
Premier exhibit space in the Exhibitor Hall.
Half-page ad in conference program.
8 complimentary conference registrations.
Logo placement on conference website and app.
Recognition in pre-conference email communications.
Year-round recognition on tribaltrans.com.
Post-event report.
PROGRAM GOVERNMENT SPONSOR | $10,000
Recognition as Program Government Sponsor in conference program and website.
Panel or breakout session speaking opportunity.
Exhibit space in the Exhibitor Hall.
Quarter-page ad in conference program.
5 complimentary conference registrations.
Logo on conference website.
Recognition in conference communications.
AGENCY GOVERNMENT SPONSOR | $5,000
Recognition as Agency Government Sponsor in conference program.
Exhibit table in the Government Pavilion.
3 complimentary conference registrations.
Logo on conference website.
Recognition in conference communications.
Government sponsors interested in customized sponsorship packages, multi-year commitments, or cooperative agreement-funded sponsorships should contact CTT directly to discuss options that align with agency authorities and budget cycles.
Tribal Government Sponsorship
NTICC offers dedicated sponsorship tiers for federally recognized tribes, tribal transportation departments, tribal enterprises, and intertribal organizations. Tribal government sponsorship combines the visibility of conference sponsorship with the recognition appropriate to a sovereign tribal nation.
Eligible Tribal Sponsors
Funding Sources for Tribal Sponsorship
Tribal Transportation Program (TTP) funds may be used for conference sponsorship and registration consistent with 25 CFR Part 170 and tribal program policy. Tribal sponsorship may also be funded through tribal economic development funds, tribal enterprise revenue, gaming revenue, settlement funds, and other tribal sources, subject to tribal program authority.
Federally recognized tribes and tribal nations.
Tribal transportation departments and roads programs.
Tribal enterprises, corporations, and economic development entities.
Tribally-owned construction, engineering, and consulting firms.
Intertribal organizations and tribal consortia.
Tribal colleges and tribal workforce development programs.
Tribal Government Sponsorship Tiers
SOVEREIGN NATION SPONSOR | $25,000
Premier recognition as Sovereign Nation Sponsor in all conference materials, signage, and website.
Keynote or general session speaking opportunity for tribal council member, transportation director, or tribal representative.
Dedicated tribal showcase in the exhibit area.
Full-page ad in conference program.
12 complimentary conference registrations for tribal council, transportation department and tribal staff.
Inclusion in tribal leaders roundtable with federal partners.
Co-branding opportunity on selected conference materials with tribal seal/logo (subject to tribal protocol).
Recognition in all pre-conference and post-conference communications.
Dedicated press release recognizing tribal sponsorship.
Year-round recognition on tribaltrans.com and nticc.org.
Opportunity to host a tribal cultural reception or networking event.
TRIBAL NATION SPONSOR | $15,000
Recognition as Tribal Nation Sponsor in conference program, signage, and website.
Plenary or general session speaking opportunity.
Exhibit space in the Exhibitor Hall.
Half-page ad in conference program.
8 complimentary conference registrations.
Inclusion in tribal leaders networking events.
Recognition in pre-conference email communications.
Year-round recognition on tribaltrans.com.
TRIBAL PROGRAM SPONSOR | $7,500
Recognition as Tribal Program Sponsor in conference program and website.
Speaking opportunity.
Exhibit space in the Exhibitor Hall.
Quarter-page ad in conference program.
5 complimentary conference registrations.
Logo on conference website.
Recognition in conference communications.
TRIBAL COMMUNITY SPONSOR | $3,500
Recognition as Tribal Community Sponsor in conference program.
Exhibit table in the Exhibitor Hall.
2 complimentary conference registrations.
Logo on conference website.
Recognition in conference communications.
Tribal sponsorship discussions are conducted government-to-government and in accordance with tribal protocol. Customized sponsorship arrangements, multi-tribe consortium sponsorships, tribal enterprise sponsorships, and TTP-funded sponsorships are available. Contact CTT to begin a conversation.
Government Exhibitor
For federal, state, and tribal agencies seeking exhibit hall presence to deliver program materials, technical guidance, and one-on-one engagement with attendees - without a full sponsorship commitment - NTICC offers dedicated Government Pavilion exhibitor packages. The Government Pavilion is a designated area within the exhibit hall where federal, state, tribal, and intergovernmental organizations are co-located for high-visibility access by tribal transportation decision-makers.
GOVERNMENT BOOTH
$2,500
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Booth space in the Exhibitor Hall
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Listing in conference program with agency description (75 words).
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Listing on conference website with link to agency program page.
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Access to exhibit hall meals and refreshment breaks.
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Inclusion in Government directory distributed to attendees.
GOVERNMENT TABLETOP $1,500
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6' tabletop display space in the Government Pavilion.
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Listing in conference program with agency description (50 words).
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Listing on conference website
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Access to exhibit hall meals and refreshment breaks.
TRIBAL ENTERPRISE/ 8(a) BOOTH | $750
• 6' tabletop display space
• Reserved for tribally-owned enterprises, tribal 8(a) firms, and tribal economic development entities
• Listing in conference program with tribal enterprise designation
• Listing on conference website
• Access to exhibit hall meals and refreshment breaks
• Inclusion in dedicated tribal enterprise networking session
Government Pavilion exhibitor packages do not include sponsorship recognition. Agencies seeking sponsorship-level visibility should consider Agency Government Sponsor ($5,000) or higher.
A La Carte Government Sponsorship Menu
Targeted sponsorship opportunities aligned with government and tribal sponsor priorities: tribal listening sessions, government-to-government dialogue, workforce development, training tracks, and meal and reception sponsorships appropriate for agency hosting of tribal leadership. A la carte items can be purchased independently or stacked alongside any sponsorship tier for additional visibility.
Government-to-Government & Listening Session Sponsorships
OPPORTUNITY
EXCLUSIVITY
INVESTMENT
Tribal Listening Session Sponsor (one full session)
Exclusive
$5,500
Tribal Leaders Roundtable Sponsor
Exclusive
$7,500
Tribal Cultural Reception Sponsor
Exclusive
$10,000
Government-to-Government Dialogue Series Sponsor
Exclusive
$8,500
Training & Workforce Development Sponsorships
OPPORTUNITY
EXCLUSIVITY
INVESTMENT
Workforce Development Track Sponsor
Exclusive
$8,500
Pre-Conference Workshop Sponsor
Limited 4
$5,000
Breakout Session Sponsor (per session)
Limited 12
$1,500
Keynote Speaker Sponsor
Limited 3
$7,500
Conference Notebook Sponsor (educational materials)
Exclusive
$3,250
Hospitality & Reception Sponsorships
Roadeo & Flagship Event Sponsorships
OPPORTUNITY
EXCLUSIVITY
INVESTMENT
Heavy Equipment Roadeo Title Sponsor
Exclusive
$25,000
Transit Roadeo Title Sponsor
Exclusive
$15,000
Roadeo Award Sponsor (per category)
Limited 6
$2,500
OPPORTUNITY
EXCLUSIVITY
INVESTMENT
Opening Reception Sponsor
Exclusive
$15,000
Conference Luncheon Sponsor (per day)
Limited 5
$7,500
Networking Hour Sponsor
Limited 4
$3,500
Refreshment Break Sponsor (per break)
Limited 12
$1,250
A la carte items are sold first-come, first-served. Limited and exclusive opportunities are reserved upon receipt of signed sponsorship agreement and deposit. Government and tribal sponsors may combine multiple a la carte items into a custom sponsorship package - contact CTT for pricing.
About The Center For Tribal Transportation
The Center for Tribal Transportation (CTT) is a Delaware-incorporated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening tribal transportation infrastructure through education, training, workforce development, research, and advocacy. CTT owns and operates NTICC as its flagship annual program.
CTT's year-round programs serve tribal governments, transportation professionals, and federal and state partner agencies across the country. CTT operates in coordination with the seven regional Tribal Technical Assistance Program (TTAP) Centers and aligns its programming with the priorities of the FHWA Office of Tribal Transportation, BIA Division of Transportation, and tribal transportation programs nationwide.
Compliance & Documentation
CTT can provide the following documentation upon request to support agency procurement, ethics, and compliance review:
CTT Certificate of Incorporation, State of Delaware.
CTT IRS Determination Letter and most recent Form 990.
CTT W-9.
Certificate of Insurance (general liability and event coverage).
CTT Board of Directors roster.
NTICC historical attendance and program data.
Letter of support from the Gila River Indian Community as host tribe.
Website: www.tribaltrans.com | Conference Site: www.nticc.org
SECURE YOUR SPONSORSHIP.
Sponsorship opportunities are limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Government sponsors with extended procurement, budget, or counsel review timelines are encouraged to engage CTT early - federal in-kind co-sponsorship arrangements typically require six months of advance lead time, and state DOT and tribal sponsorship commitments often align with annual budget cycles.
Email: conference@nticc.org | Website: www.nticc.org | Conference Dates: November 15-19, 2026
Primary Point of Contact
Todd Macalady, Director
The Center for Tribal Transportation
Email: todd@tribaltrans.com
Federal agencies interested in in-kind co-sponsorship should request CTT's Federal Co-Sponsorship Proposal package, which includes the draft Co-Sponsorship Agreement structured for Office of the Chief Counsel review.