means an organized noncontinuous undertaking to complete a specific set of predetermined objectives for the planning, environmental determination, design, construction, repair, improvement, or expansion of buildings or facilities, as described in a construction project agreement; and

does not include construction program administration and activities described in paragraphs (1) through (3) of section 5304(m) of this title, that may otherwise be included in a funding agreement under this subchapter.

establishes project phase start and completion dates;

defines a specific scope of work and standards by which it will be accomplished;

identifies the responsibilities of the Indian tribe and the Secretary;

addresses environmental considerations;

identifies the owner and operations and maintenance entity of the proposed work;

provides a budget;

provides a payment process; and

establishes the duration of the agreement based on the time necessary to complete the specified scope of work, which may be 1 or more years.