Native Amer. Graves Protection Repatriation Act Specialist

The City of Mesa is contracting a specialist to manage and execute NAGPRA compliance for the Arizona Museum of Natural History’s collections. The three‑year fixed‑price contract (with potential extensions) funds a consultant to assess collections, develop and implement a NAGPRA program, conduct tribal consultations, document all activities, and provide recommendations for ongoing compliance. The consultant must have at least two years of repatriation experience, two years of tribal‑consultation experience, and a master’s degree in a related field. The award is $90 K per year, totaling $270 K over the base term. • Scope: inventory, research, tribal liaison, repatriation processing, documentation, and program planning. • Requirements: proven NAGPRA experience, qualified staff resumes, insurance, financial capacity, and completion of required response forms. • Timeline: proposals due June 3 2024; contract runs July 1 2024–June 30 2027 with optional renewals/extensions.