City of Abilene RFP Executive Search Firm - City Manager Recruitment 2025
City of AbileneCity · Abilene, KS- Due
- Nov 5, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2025
- Primary contact
- Shayla Mohr
- (785) 263-2550
The 30-second brief
The City of Abilene, Kansas is seeking proposals from qualified executive search and recruitment firms to conduct a comprehensive professional recruitment process for the position of City Manager. The selected firm will assist the Governing Body in developing a recruitment profile, designing a search strategy, placing advertisements in national publications like ICMA, NLC, and LKM, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, conducting background and reference checks, and assisting with employment agreement negotiations. The proposal due date is November 5, 2025, at 5:00 pm CST. Submissions must be delivered to Shayla Mohr, City Clerk, at 419 N. Broadway Street, Abilene, KS 67410. Evaluation criteria include project timeline, demonstrated municipal executive recruitment experience in the Midwest, team qualifications, recruitment approach, and fee structure.
Time required to accomplish the requested services and ability of the proposed approach, Demonstrated experience recruiting executive-level positions for municipal government with experience in the Midwest, Qualifications and experience of the proposed team, Approach to recruitment including strategies for attracting highly qualified candidates, Fee structure and cost-effectiveness
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Summary
The City of Abilene, Kansas is seeking proposals from qualified executive search and recruitment firms to conduct a comprehensive professional recruitment process for the position of City Manager.
The selected firm will assist the Governing Body in developing a recruitment profile, designing a search strategy, placing advertisements in national publications like ICMA, NLC, and LKM, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, conducting background and reference checks, and assisting with employment agreement negotiations. The proposal due date is November 5, 2025, at 5:00 pm CST. Submissions must be delivered to Shayla Mohr, City Clerk, at 419 N. Broadway Street, Abilene, KS 67410. Evaluation criteria include project timeline, demonstrated municipal executive recruitment experience in the Midwest, team qualifications, recruitment approach, and fee structure.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Time required to accomplish the requested services and ability of the proposed approach, Demonstrated experience recruiting executive-level positions for municipal government with experience in the Midwest, Qualifications and experience of the proposed team, Approach to recruitment including strategies for attracting highly qualified candidates, Fee structure and cost-effectiveness
- Submit to
- Shayla Mohr, CMC, City Clerk, City of Abilene, Kansas, 419 N. Broadway Street, Abilene, KS 67410
- 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 November 5, 2025. Submissions should be delivered to: Shayla Mohr, CMC, City Clerk, City of Abilene, Kansas, 419 N. Broadway Street, Abilene, KS 67410. 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.
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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: "Time required to accomplish the requested services and ability of the proposed approach, Demonstrated experience recruiting executive-level positions for municipal government with experience in the Mi..." 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. 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.