City of Lakeland General Employee Wage Study RFP 2026-RFP-009
City of LakelandCity · Lakeland, FL- Due
- Feb 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cindy Marsh
- (863) 834-6881
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Summary
The City of Lakeland is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to conduct a General Employee Wage Study under project ID 2026-RFP-009.
The primary objective is to evaluate the competitiveness of the City's compensation levels by comparing minimum, midpoint, and maximum salaries for non-bargaining classifications against similar roles in peer organizations. The study supports the City's compensation philosophy of targeting the 50th percentile of the labor market to improve recruitment and retention. Proposals are due by February 26, 2026, at 1140 East Parker Street, Lakeland, FL. A notice of interest is requested by February 19, 2026. Contact Cindy Marsh at (863) 834-6881 for inquiries.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Indemnification_2026_Con
- Contractor_Safety_Evalua
- PSM_-Contractor_Annual
- Human_Trafficking_Affida
- REQUEST_FOR_PROPOSAL.doc
- Submit to
- 1140 East Parker Street, Lakeland, FL, 33801
- Scope location
- Lakeland, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Lakeland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 26, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 1140 East Parker Street, Lakeland, FL, 33801. For questions, contact Cindy Marsh.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Lakeland in FL, 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 Cindy Marsh at (863) 834-6881. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Lakeland?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Lakeland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Lakeland 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: Indemnification_2026_Con, Contractor_Safety_Evalua, PSM_-Contractor_Annual, Human_Trafficking_Affida, REQUEST_FOR_PROPOSAL.doc. Review the full document from City of Lakeland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lakeland, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.