Kivalliq Inuit Association (KIA) is inviting qualified individuals or firms to submit proposals for the role of Chief Returning Officer (CRO) for the 2026 KIA Election, scheduled for December 14, 2026. The CRO is a central leadership position responsible for overseeing all aspects of the election process—ensuring fairness, impartiality, and full compliance with KIA’s Bylaws and Election Policy.

This RFP outlines the responsibilities, required qualifications, proposal criteria, and submission process for interested proponents. The successful candidate will manage pre-election planning, nomination procedures, election day operations, and post-election duties across all seven Kivalliq communities.

Proposals must be submitted by 12:00 PM CST on September 9, 2026. Full details, including scope of work and evaluation criteria, are provided in the RFP document.