IEBC opens major tenders for election technology, ballot papers ahead of 2027 polls
The procurement drive comes as IEBC enters a crucial phase of preparations for the 2027 elections, with only about a year remaining before Kenyans return to the ballot...
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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has launched major tenders for crucial election technology and materials, signaling an accelerated start to preparations for the 2027 General Election.
- The tenders cover an Integrated Elections Management System (IEMS), hardware, ballot papers, and voter registration forms.
- This procurement is a critical step with less than a year remaining until the August 2027 polls.
- Bids for both tenders, requiring significant tender security (Sh30 million for IEMS and Sh40 million for ballot materials), are due on September 1, with physical submissions mandatory.
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IEBC Starts Procuring KIEMS Kits, Ballot Papers Ahead of 2027 Polls - August 2026
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has initiated the tendering process for crucial election materials and systems for the upcoming 2027 elections. This includes major tenders for election technology and ballot papers, signaling an accelerated start to preparations for the 2027 General Election. Separately, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has established a new division specifically to prosecute electoral offences ahead of the 2027 General Election. The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) is also seeking to enhance the security of national examination papers by procuring new storage containers and conducting related repairs ahead of the 2026 examination cycle.
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