For eligible Tribal projects that choose to use the Early Payment Pathway, additional documents are required beyond the standard Reservation Request Package.

Applicants must submit an Early Payment Request (EPR) Form in PowerClerk, signed by the Host Customer (Tribal entity), System Owner, and Contractor. If the early payment will be made by electronic transfer, an Electronic Payment Setup Form must also be uploaded.

The Contractor must also provide proof of required insurance, including:

• Commercial General Liability Insurance: at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate
• Business Auto Insurance: at least $1,000,000 per accident

These documents are required in addition to the standard Reservation Request materials (such as the Reservation Request Form, VNEM Allocation Form, Affidavit Ensuring 100% Tenant Economic Benefit, and application deposit).

For more details, please refer to Phase II of the Reservation Request Package – Documents to Submit.