City of Abilene Request for Proposals - Executive Recruitment Services - City Manager Search 2026
City of AbileneCity · Abilene, KS- Due
- Jul 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Shayla Mohr
- (785) 263-2550
The 30-second brief
The City of Abilene, Kansas is seeking proposals from qualified executive recruitment firms to provide professional executive recruitment services for the selection of the City's next City Manager. The scope includes recruitment planning, profile development, national candidate recruitment, screening and assessment, stakeholder engagement, comprehensive due diligence investigations, contract negotiation assistance, and onboarding support. Proposals are due by 5:00 p.m. (CST) on July 20, 2026. The project involves municipal executive recruitment for Abilene, Kansas in Dickinson County, serving approximately 6,400 residents.
Recruitment Plan, Project Schedule, Communication Plan, Stakeholder Engagement Plan, Public Engagement Plan, Recruitment Risk Assessment, Recruitment Brochure, Candidate Evaluation Reports, Finalist Feedback Report, Written Due Diligence Reports, Compensation Analysis, Final Recruitment Summary Report
Municipal Executive Recruitment Experience: 25%, City Manager Recruitment Experience: 20%, Due Diligence Methodology: 20%, Recruitment Methodology: 15%, Public Engagement Approach: 10%, Project Team Qualifications: 5%, Cost: 5%
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Summary
The City of Abilene, Kansas is seeking proposals from qualified executive recruitment firms to provide professional executive recruitment services for the selection of the City's next City Manager.
The scope includes recruitment planning, profile development, national candidate recruitment, screening and assessment, stakeholder engagement, comprehensive due diligence investigations, contract negotiation assistance, and onboarding support. Proposals are due by 5:00 p.m. (CST) on July 20, 2026. The project involves municipal executive recruitment for Abilene, Kansas in Dickinson County, serving approximately 6,400 residents.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Municipal Executive Recruitment Experience: 25%
- City Manager Recruitment Experience: 20%
- Due Diligence Methodology: 20%
- Recruitment Methodology: 15%
- Public Engagement Approach: 10%
- Project Team Qualifications: 5%
- Cost: 5%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Recruitment Plan
- Project Schedule
- Communication Plan
- Stakeholder Engagement Plan
- Public Engagement Plan
- Recruitment Risk Assessment
- Recruitment Brochure
- Candidate Evaluation Reports
- Finalist Feedback Report
- Written Due Diligence Reports
- Compensation Analysis
- Final Recruitment Summary Report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Cover Letter
- Firm Qualifications
- Relevant Experience
- Project Team
- Recruitment Methodology
- Public Engagement Methodology
- Due Diligence Methodology
- Due Diligence Experience and Risk Assessment
- Sample Deliverables
- References
- Fee Proposal
- Replacement Search Guarantee
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Abilene, KS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Abilene?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 20, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Shayla Mohr.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Abilene in KS, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Shayla Mohr at (785) 263-2550. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Recruitment Plan, Project Schedule, Communication Plan, Stakeholder Engagement Plan, Public Engagement Plan, Recruitment Risk Assessment, Recruitment Brochure, Candidate Evaluation Reports, Finalist Feedback Report, Written Due Diligence Reports, Compensation Analysis, Final Recruitment Summary Repo. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Municipal Executive Recruitment Experience: 25%, City Manager Recruitment Experience: 20%, Due Diligence Methodology: 20%, Recruitment Methodology: 15%, Public Engagement Approach: 10%, Project Team Q..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Abilene?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Abilene are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Abilene regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover Letter, Firm Qualifications, Relevant Experience, Project Team, Recruitment Methodology, Public Engagement Methodology, Due Diligence Methodology, Due Diligence Experience and Risk Assessment, S. Review the full document from City of Abilene for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Abilene, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.