Classification and Compensation Study Services for Public Safety

The City of Fayetteville requires an experienced consulting firm to conduct a Public Safety Classification and Compensation Study for its Police and Fire Services, including related administrative positions. The selected consultant will evaluate current classification grade methodology, conduct individual or group interviews and job audits, analyze market and internal equity, finalize class specifications, recommend appropriate position classifications, and identify career ladders and promotional opportunities. Only USA organizations are eligible to bid, and the work requires both onsite and offsite performance. Bidders must submit all qualifications and required supporting documents electronically through the City's procurement portal by October 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET, and they must submit questions through the portal by October 12, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. Bidders must not include pricing or cost proposals with their RFQ response. The City evaluates written qualifications using an 80-point scale based on project understanding, firm and staff experience, proposed methodology, references, and firm capacity. Highest-ranked offerors may be invited to an interview or presentation for up to 20 additional points, bringing the maximum total score to 100 points. The provided text does not state the contract term or budget.