City of Traverse City - Future Workforce Strategy and Organizational Effectiveness Assessment - 2026
City of TraverseCity · Traverse, MI- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 10 years
- Primary contact
- Ariane Sarasin
- (231) 922-4440
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Traverse City seeks proposals from qualified consulting firms for a Future Workforce Strategy and Organizational Effectiveness Assessment. The engagement covers a municipal team of 199 budgeted full-time equivalent positions across 20 departments and approximately 100 job classifications. The selected consultant will evaluate current service levels, organizational structure, reporting relationships, supervisory spans of control, administrative layers, and long-term staffing capacity. Key objectives include identifying functional overlaps, assessing workforce capacity, reviewing career ladders, conducting a total compensation review, and delivering an actionable 5 to 10 year staffing forecast with succession, recruitment, and retention strategies. Proposals are due by Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. and will be evaluated on best value including ability, qualifications, timeframe, experience, price, and overall capability.
Ability, qualifications, timeframe, experience, price, type and amount of equipment, accessories, options, insurance, permits, licenses, other pertinent factors and overall capability to meet the needs of the City
SUMMARY
The City of Traverse City seeks proposals from qualified consulting firms for a Future Workforce Strategy and Organizational Effectiveness Assessment.
The engagement covers a municipal team of 199 budgeted full-time equivalent positions across 20 departments and approximately 100 job classifications. The selected consultant will evaluate current service levels, organizational structure, reporting relationships, supervisory spans of control, administrative layers, and long-term staffing capacity. Key objectives include identifying functional overlaps, assessing workforce capacity, reviewing career ladders, conducting a total compensation review, and delivering an actionable 5 to 10 year staffing forecast with succession, recruitment, and retention strategies. Proposals are due by Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. and will be evaluated on best value including ability, qualifications, timeframe, experience, price, and overall capability.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Ability, qualifications, timeframe, experience, price, type and amount of equipment, accessories, options, insurance, permits, licenses, other pertinent factors and overall capability to meet the needs of the City
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Traverse City, MI
- Reported agency
- City of Traverse City
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Traverse?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Ariane Sarasin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Traverse in MI, 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 Ariane Sarasin at (231) 922-4440. 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: "Ability, qualifications, timeframe, experience, price, type and amount of equipment, accessories, options, insurance, permits, licenses, other pertinent factors and overall capability to meet the need..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Traverse?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Traverse are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Traverse regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 10 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 22, 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 Traverse for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Traverse City, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.