City of Duvall Executive Recruitment Services – Police Chief RFP 2026-02
City of DuvallCity · Duvall, WA- Due
- Jun 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cynthia McNabb
The 30-second brief
The City of Duvall is soliciting proposals from professional search firms to provide executive recruitment services to hire the City's next Police Chief. The intent is to partner with a recruiting firm to deliver highly qualified and professionally vetted candidates for public safety organizational leadership. Ideal firms will have expertise in public-sector executive searches, particularly in Washington State and with cities of similar size. Proposals are due by June 12, 2026, at 5:00 pm, with questions due by June 5, 2026. Submittals should be emailed to Cynthia McNabb, City Administrator, as a single electronic file.
Demonstrated expertise of key personnel in relation to the scope of potential work, Including relevant degrees, Licenses, And certifications. Demonstrated experience and expertise in executive searches for police and public safety organizational leadership. Please include a list of references, With contact information, Of at least three clients who can verify your firm’s ability to provide the scope of services requested. References from City Managers/Administrators and/or Mayor’s or Civil Service Commissioners in cities of similar size who have recently hired Police Chiefs are strongly preferred.
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Summary
The City of Duvall is soliciting proposals from professional search firms to provide executive recruitment services to hire the City's next Police Chief.
The intent is to partner with a recruiting firm to deliver highly qualified and professionally vetted candidates for public safety organizational leadership. Ideal firms will have expertise in public-sector executive searches, particularly in Washington State and with cities of similar size. Proposals are due by June 12, 2026, at 5:00 pm, with questions due by June 5, 2026. Submittals should be emailed to Cynthia McNabb, City Administrator, as a single electronic file.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Demonstrated expertise of key personnel in relation to the scope of potential work, Including relevant degrees, Licenses, And certifications. Demonstrated experience and expertise in executive searches for police and public safety organizational leadership. Please include a list of references, With contact information, Of at least three clients who can verify your firm’s ability to provide the scope of services requested. References from City Managers/Administrators and/or Mayor’s or Civil Service Commissioners in cities of similar size who have recently hired Police Chiefs are strongly preferred.
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Duvall, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Duvall?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 12, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Cynthia McNabb.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Duvall in WA, 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 Cynthia McNabb. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Demonstrated expertise of key personnel in relation to the scope of potential work, Including relevant degrees, Licenses, And certifications. Demonstrated experience and expertise in executive searches for police and public safety organizational leadership. Please include a list of references, With. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Duvall?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Duvall are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Duvall 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 Duvall for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Duvall, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.