26GEN065G Classification and Compensation Study

The Town of Needham, Massachusetts, located in Norfolk County, is seeking proposals for a Classification and Compensation Study (Bid Number 26GEN065G) to comprehensively review its existing compensation system implemented in July 2021. The procurement targets a detailed evaluation of approximately 130 positions and 270 employees, specifically encompassing non-represented positions and select collective bargaining agreement roles, while explicitly excluding Police & Fire Civil Service and Needham Public Schools personnel. The primary objectives include assessing the current system's efficiency, ensuring competitive wage structures, maintaining legal compliance with state and federal regulations, and supporting employee retention. Proposals are due by 4:00 p.m. on September 25, 2025, with a target contract award date of October 15, 2025. The evaluation process will be comprehensive, focusing on bidders' technical approaches, implementation methodologies, personnel experience, and relevant municipal work history. Bidders will be assessed on proposal comprehensiveness, detailed implementation strategies, personnel qualifications, and demonstrated expertise in municipal compensation studies.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The Town remains flexible regarding the payment structure, potentially considering milestone-based payments tied to specific outcomes and reserving the right to select a payment approach most beneficial to its interests. While a specific budget is not disclosed, the Town expects bidders to provide an all-inclusive pricing proposal for the complete study. The procurement timeline indicates the contract will commence upon execution and conclude upon satisfactory project completion. The evaluation methodology includes a technical proposal review, potential bidder presentations, and subsequent price proposal examination, with the ultimate goal of selecting a qualified firm capable of delivering high-quality services within a reasonable budget. Interested vendors will need to demonstrate substantial experience in municipal compensation studies and the ability to provide a comprehensive, strategic approach to evaluating and potentially redesigning the Town's compensation framework.