About this opportunity
AI summaryEaton County requests proposals from qualified vendors to deliver a comprehensive Wage and Job Classification Study and practical implementation plan. The selected contractor will evaluate existing compensation structures, analyze positions against comparable labor markets, conduct stakeholder interviews, and provide ongoing position evaluations over a five-year contract term. Eligible onshore USA organizations must demonstrate experience with similar public organizations and be authorized to work in Michigan. Bidders must attend a required pre-bid meeting on October 19, 2026, submit questions by November 23, 2026, and deliver completed proposals labeled "Eaton County Wage Study Plan" electronically or by mail by December 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM.
Scope of work
- Conduct thorough job analysis of all County positions to determine duties, responsibilities, and qualifications
- Develop a classification system reflecting job levels and hierarchies within the organization
- Conduct competitive benchmark market analysis of compensation and benefits with comparable public sector entities and regional market
- Facilitate interviews or surveys with key stakeholders including elected officials, department heads, and employees
- Designate each position as exempt or non-exempt based on FLSA standards
- Deliver a detailed final report with methodology, comparative data, findings, and implementation recommendations
- Conduct presentations of findings to County Controller/Administrator, leadership team, and the Board of County Commissioners
- Provide ongoing study maintenance and position evaluation services on an as-needed basis
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Verification | Not specified |
| Understanding of the Project/Problem | Not specified |
| Method of Approach | Not specified |
| Experience | Not specified |
| Time And Effort | Not specified |
| Accessibility | Not specified |
| Price/Value | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Demonstrated skill and experience providing compensation and classification services to public organizations of similar size and structure
- Able to perform work within the State of Michigan
- Demonstrate at least three past projects with a history of firm, time-sensitive completion deadlines
- Meet all Federal, State, and Local license and authorization requirements
- Must not have any ongoing federal, state, or local criminal investigations
Documents to include with your response
- Transmittal Letter signed by authorized representative
- Work Plan including timeline bar chart and phased implementation approach
- Resumes for all key personnel providing services, maintenance, and support
- At least three references of similar size and scope from the past five years
- Sample Wage Study or direct link to a completed study similar in scope
- Estimated Project Budget itemizing union vs non-union costs and per-unit job description costs
- Preprinted contract forms proposed for inclusion, if any
- Notarized Certificate of Compliance with Public Act 517 of 2012 (Iran Linked Business)
- Identification and description of any current or pending litigation
Key dates
- Issuance of RFP
- Friday, October 2, 2026
- Required Pre-Bid Meetings
- Target Date: Monday, October 19, 2026
- Last Day for Questions to County
- Tuesday, November 23, 2026
- Proposal Due Date
- Friday, December 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM
- Post-Bid Interviews: If Necessary
- Monday, December 7, 2026
- Evaluation of Proposals
- Wednesday, December 9, 2026 through Thursday, December 10, 2026
- Evaluation by Way and Means Committee (Contract Selection and Recommendation)
- Friday, December 11, 2026
- Final Evaluation by the Board of Commissioners (Contract Approval)
- Wednesday, December 16, 2026
- Anticipated date for Work to Begin (Contractor Presents at Ways and Means Committee)
- Friday, January 15, 2027
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via email, mailed, or delivered in person
- Instructions
- Submit to Eaton County Controller's Office, Attn: Susan Knieling, 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte, MI 48813, or email [email protected]. All submissions must be labeled Eaton County Wage Study Plan.
Contract details
- Term
- Single five-year term
- Place of performance
- Eaton County, Michigan
- Insurance and bonding
- Workers Compensation with statutory limits; Commercial General Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence/aggregate; Motor Vehicle Liability of $1,000,000 combined single limit; Professional Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence/aggregate with 3-year tail if Claims Made; County of Eaton named as Additional Insured; 30 days cancellation notice; A.M. Best rated A- or better.