Welcome to the

Tule River Economic Development Corporation

TREDC drives business growth and builds tribal wealth.

Our Focus

TREDC accelerates business growth and drives sustainable development that reduces reliance on federal funding and strengthens tribal self-determination—supporting long-term investment in commercial and federal contracting which is aligned with cultural values.

Why Businesses Choose Us

The Tule River Economic Development Corporation (TREDC) serves as the economic development arm of the Tule River Indian Tribe, a federally recognized Tribe located in Central California. TREDC is located in Porterville, CA, on Tule River Trustee Land. Chartered under Section 17 of the Indian Reorganization Act, TREDC is wholly owned by the Tule River Indian Tribe.

TREDC drives economic growth through two connected strategies: strengthening the Tribe’s existing business enterprises and positioning TREDC for long-term success as a participant in the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program (Pending). Rooted in the Tribe’s values and committed to operational excellence, TREDC advances sustainable development that expands opportunity and supports the broader regional economy.

Benefits of Partnering with a Section 17 Tribal Economic Development Entity

A Section 17 Tribal economic development corporation offers a unique combination of proven business structure, community impact, and access to strategic contracting pathways. As a tribally owned entity, it is positioned to deliver high-quality performance while advancing long-term regional economic growth.

Key Benefits

Federally recognized business structure: A Section 17 corporation is chartered under federal law and structured specifically to conduct commercial activity.
Enhanced federal contracting opportunities: Many Section 17 entities participate in programs such as the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program (Pending), enabling access to additional procurement pathways and scalable growth.
Mission-driven, performance-focused: Built to operate as a business while supporting long-term community and regional prosperity.
Stable, accountable governance: Operates under an established board and corporate governance model aligned with business execution.
Community and regional reinvestment: Contracting supports job creation, workforce development, and reinvestment into the local economy.
Trusted, long-term partnership: Tribally owned economic development entities often prioritize sustainability, reliability, and relationship-based delivery.