Media Contact: Bureau of Indian Affairs
For Immediate Release: June 14, 1960

Award of a $31,740 contract for development of approximately 320 acres of land on the Sandia Pueblo Grant under the jurisdiction of the United Pueblo Agency of the Bureau of Indian Affairs was announced today by the Department of the Interior.

This is a part of the rehabilitation program for Indian lands of the Middle to Grande Pueblos authorized by the Flood Control Acts of 1948 and 1950, and will provide additional developed land for use of tribal members.

Morgan Construction Company, of Monte Vista, Colorado, was the successful bidder for the contract. Four higher bids, ranging from $32,040 to $49,350, were received.