Town of Holliston - Human Resources Consulting Services and Technical Assistance - BD-27-1627-BOS17-BOS17-133558 (2026)
Town of HollistonCity · Holliston, MA- Due
- Oct 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chris Meo
- (508) 429-0608
The 30-second brief
The Town of Holliston is seeking proposals from qualified firms, consultants, or organizations to provide professional human resources consulting and interim HR services to support municipal government operations. The successful proposer will provide day-to-day HR technical assistance, employee and labor relations, classification and compensation matters, collective bargaining administration, personnel policy development, and recruitment services. Additional work includes conducting an existing HR function assessment to identify process improvements and organizational efficiencies. Proposals are due by October 5, 2026, and must be submitted electronically or via hard copy to the Select Board's Office.
Firm & Consultant Experience, Technical Approach and Methodology, Capacity, Staffing, and Availability, References & Proven Track Record
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Summary
The Town of Holliston is seeking proposals from qualified firms, consultants, or organizations to provide professional human resources consulting and interim HR services to support municipal government operations.
The successful proposer will provide day-to-day HR technical assistance, employee and labor relations, classification and compensation matters, collective bargaining administration, personnel policy development, and recruitment services. Additional work includes conducting an existing HR function assessment to identify process improvements and organizational efficiencies. Proposals are due by October 5, 2026, and must be submitted electronically or via hard copy to the Select Board's Office.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Firm & Consultant Experience
- Technical Approach and Methodology
- Capacity
- Staffing
- Availability
- References & Proven Track Record
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Signed Certificate of Non-Collusion, Signed Certificate of Payment of Taxes
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Holliston, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Holliston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 5, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Chris Meo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Holliston in MA, 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 Chris Meo at (508) 429-0608. 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: "Firm & Consultant Experience, Technical Approach and Methodology, Capacity, Staffing, and Availability, References & Proven Track Record" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Holliston?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Holliston are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Holliston 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: Signed Certificate of Non-Collusion, Signed Certificate of Payment of Taxes. Review the full document from Town of Holliston for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Holliston, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.