City of Lakeland Recruitment Services RFP 2026 - Project 2026-RFP-057
City of LakelandCity · Lakeland, FL- Due
- Jun 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cindy Marsh
- (863) 834-6881
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Summary
The City of Lakeland, Florida, is soliciting sealed proposals under Project 2026-RFP-057 from qualified executive search firms to establish a pool for national recruitments of executive-level positions.
The scope covers both traditional municipal functions (police, fire rescue, public works, IT, HR, finance) and specialized enterprise operations including municipally owned electric and water utilities, airport operations, and venue management. Firms may bid on traditional recruitments, specialized enterprise recruitments, or both. The City intends to award contracts to multiple firms for use on an as-needed basis. Proposals are due by June 12, 2026, at 1140 East Parker Street, Lakeland, FL. A notice of interest is requested by June 8, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Indemnification
- Contractor Safety Evaluation
- Human Trafficking Affidavit
- 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 June 12, 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, Contractor Safety Evaluation, Human Trafficking Affidavit. 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.