Town of Berlin, Vermont Request for Proposals - Municipal Employee Compensation and Classification Study 2026
Town of BerlinCity · Berlin, VT- Due
- Sep 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
- Primary contact
- Vince Conti
- (802) 917-1058
The 30-second brief
The Town of Berlin, Vermont seeks a qualified consultant to conduct a municipal employee compensation and classification study for 14 budgeted positions across administration, highway, and water/sewer departments. The engagement includes compensation benchmarking against 8-10 comparable Vermont municipalities, total compensation analysis of health insurance, VMERS retirement, and benefits, classification review addressing equity and compression, Finance Director and Town Manager benchmarking, an Excel-based fiscal impact model with three implementation scenarios, and FLSA duties-test worksheets. Proposals are due by September 17, 2026 at 1:00 PM EST, with final deliverables required by December 2026 to support the FY2028 budget process. Foundational work, updated job descriptions, and personnel policies are provided as attachments.
Relevant municipal compensation study experience and references 30%, Proposed methodology and use of provided foundational materials 25%, Qualifications of assigned project team 15%, Ability to meet timeline 10%, Cost proposal 20%
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Summary
The Town of Berlin, Vermont seeks a qualified consultant to conduct a municipal employee compensation and classification study for 14 budgeted positions across administration, highway, and water/sewer departments.
The engagement includes compensation benchmarking against 8-10 comparable Vermont municipalities, total compensation analysis of health insurance, VMERS retirement, and benefits, classification review addressing equity and compression, Finance Director and Town Manager benchmarking, an Excel-based fiscal impact model with three implementation scenarios, and FLSA duties-test worksheets. Proposals are due by September 17, 2026 at 1:00 PM EST, with final deliverables required by December 2026 to support the FY2028 budget process. Foundational work, updated job descriptions, and personnel policies are provided as attachments.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Relevant municipal compensation study experience and references 30%
- Proposed methodology and use of provided foundational materials 25%
- Qualifications of assigned project team 15%
- Ability to meet timeline 10%
- Cost proposal 20%
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Berlin, VT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Berlin?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 17, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Vince Conti.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Berlin in VT, 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 Vince Conti at (802) 917-1058. 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: "Relevant municipal compensation study experience and references 30%, Proposed methodology and use of provided foundational materials 25%, Qualifications of assigned project team 15%, Ability to meet t..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Berlin?
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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 Town of Berlin for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Berlin, VT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.