A Tribe/Consortium may request a meeting or other informal discussion with the appropriate bureau officials before submitting a waiver request.
(a) To set up a meeting, the Tribe/Consortium should contact:
(1) For BIA programs, the Director, OSG; or
(2) For non-BIA programs, the designated representative of the bureau.
(b) The meeting or discussion is intended to provide:
(1) A clear understanding of the nature of the request;
(2) Necessary background and information; and
(3) An opportunity for the bureau to offer appropriate technical assistance.