Compensation Study

The City of Asheville, North Carolina is requesting proposals for a compensation study covering approximately 400 diverse job descriptions across exempt, non-exempt, civilian, and public safety roles, with proposals due August 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM and a pre-proposal meeting on July 27 at 10:00 AM via video call.

The scope includes external market assessment comparing current base salaries and supplements against industry, geographic, and peer benchmarks; internal pay-practice analysis to identify demographic disparities, compression issues, and equity gaps; and comprehensive review of the City's overall salary and compensation structures to ensure scalability and legal compliance. The projected project start date is September 7, 2026.

Questions are due July 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM. The pre-proposal meeting is optional. All RFP documents and addenda are available exclusively on the City's procurement website at www.ashevillenc.gov/bids. Questions should be directed to Emily Provance at hrproposals@ashevillenc.gov. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive informalities.

No contract value, contract duration, pricing terms, or incumbent information is disclosed in the advertisement.