City of Garden - Executive Recruitment Services for City Manager Search - 2026
City of GardenCity · Garden City, KS- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jennifer V. Cunningham
The 30-second brief
The City of Garden City, Kansas invites qualified executive recruitment firms to submit proposals to provide professional executive search services for recruitment and selection of the City's next City Manager. The selected consultant will assist the Garden City Commission with stakeholder engagement, development of a candidate profile and recruitment brochure, national recruitment efforts, candidate screening, finalist background investigations, interview facilitation, contract negotiation assistance, and executive onboarding support. The project includes a 24-month replacement guarantee. Proposals are due by November 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, submitted via email to Jennifer V. Cunningham, City Attorney. Evaluation is based on firm qualifications, municipal search experience, project team qualifications, recruitment methodology, project management, references, cost proposal, and understanding of the community.
City Manager Candidate Profile, Recruitment Strategy and Outreach Plan, Candidate Evaluation Report, Finalist Background Investigation Report, Interview Materials and Finalist Evaluation Summaries, Onboarding Recommendations
Firm Qualifications and Organizational Capacity (5), Relevant City Manager Search Experience (20), Project Team Qualifications (15), Recruitment Methodology and Search Process (25), Project Management and Timeline (5), References and Past Performance (5), Cost Proposal and Overall Value (10), Replacement Guarantee and Transition Support (5), Understanding of Garden City and Tailored Approach (10)
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Summary
The City of Garden City, Kansas invites qualified executive recruitment firms to submit proposals to provide professional executive search services for recruitment and selection of the City's next City Manager.
The selected consultant will assist the Garden City Commission with stakeholder engagement, development of a candidate profile and recruitment brochure, national recruitment efforts, candidate screening, finalist background investigations, interview facilitation, contract negotiation assistance, and executive onboarding support. The project includes a 24-month replacement guarantee. Proposals are due by November 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, submitted via email to Jennifer V. Cunningham, City Attorney. Evaluation is based on firm qualifications, municipal search experience, project team qualifications, recruitment methodology, project management, references, cost proposal, and understanding of the community.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- City Manager Candidate Profile
- Recruitment Strategy and Outreach Plan
- Candidate Evaluation Report
- Finalist Background Investigation Report
- Interview Materials and Finalist Evaluation Summaries
- Onboarding Recommendations
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Garden City, Kansas
- Reported agency
- City of Garden City
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Garden?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jennifer V. Cunningham.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Garden 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 Jennifer V. Cunningham. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: City Manager Candidate Profile, Recruitment Strategy and Outreach Plan, Candidate Evaluation Report, Finalist Background Investigation Report, Interview Materials and Finalist Evaluation Summaries, Onboarding Recommendations. 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: "Firm Qualifications and Organizational Capacity (5), Relevant City Manager Search Experience (20), Project Team Qualifications (15), Recruitment Methodology and Search Process (25), Project Management..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Garden?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Garden are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Garden regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 9, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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 Garden for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Garden City, Kansas. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.