City of Fort Atkinson Executive Search and Interim City Manager Services RFP 2026
City of Fort AtkinsonCity · Fort Atkinson, WI- Due
- Oct 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Adrian Bump
- (920) 397-9905
The 30-second brief
The City of Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin is seeking proposals from qualified executive recruiting firms and consultants to conduct an executive recruitment campaign for the position of City Manager, including proposals for interim City Manager services. The scope of services includes facilitating community stakeholder meetings to develop a candidate profile, establishing recruitment strategy and outreach, screening and evaluating candidates, conducting background checks, designing the interview process, and assisting with final selection and employment negotiations. Proposals are due electronically by 4:00 p.m. CST on October 2, 2026, and interested parties must be available to answer questions at a meeting of the City Council on October 20, 2026. The evaluation will be based on best value, completeness, demonstrated experience in City Manager or City Administrator recruiting, and total cost.
Completeness and quality of response, Ability to meet requested service needs, Experience with City Manager or City Administrator recruiting, Experience serving as Interim City Manager or Administrator, Expertise and availability of key personnel, Total cost to the City, Satisfaction of other clients
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Summary
The City of Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin is seeking proposals from qualified executive recruiting firms and consultants to conduct an executive recruitment campaign for the position of City Manager, including proposals for interim City Manager services.
The scope of services includes facilitating community stakeholder meetings to develop a candidate profile, establishing recruitment strategy and outreach, screening and evaluating candidates, conducting background checks, designing the interview process, and assisting with final selection and employment negotiations. Proposals are due electronically by 4:00 p.m. CST on October 2, 2026, and interested parties must be available to answer questions at a meeting of the City Council on October 20, 2026. The evaluation will be based on best value, completeness, demonstrated experience in City Manager or City Administrator recruiting, and total cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Completeness and quality of response
- Ability to meet requested service needs
- Experience with City Manager or City Administrator recruiting
- Experience serving as Interim City Manager or Administrator
- Expertise and availability of key personnel
- Total cost to the City
- Satisfaction of other clients
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Fort Atkinson, WI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Fort Atkinson?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 2, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Adrian Bump.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Fort Atkinson in WI, 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 Adrian Bump at (920) 397-9905. 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: "Completeness and quality of response, Ability to meet requested service needs, Experience with City Manager or City Administrator recruiting, Experience serving as Interim City Manager or Administrato..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Fort Atkinson?
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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 Fort Atkinson for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fort Atkinson, WI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.