Engineer Recruitment Services

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) #250000002236 for Engineer Recruitment Services through its Office of Organizational Development. The procurement seeks a professional recruitment organization to identify, screen, and provide candidates for various engineering positions, including Transportation Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Senior Management Executives. Key deliverables include sourcing candidates who can successfully pass Civil Service screening, complete MDOT staff interviews, and undergo comprehensive background and reference checks. The RFP was issued on April 29, 2025, with proposal submissions due by May 23, 2025, and an anticipated contract start date of July 30, 2025. The initial contract term spans from July 30, 2025, to July 31, 2028, with potential renewal options for up to four additional one-year periods. Evaluation criteria will likely include the recruitment firm's ability to source qualified candidates across engineering grades 9-20, with a proven track record of successful placements in transportation-related engineering roles. Candidates must apply through the State of Michigan job posting website and will be subject to a one-year probationary period upon hiring.

The RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The pricing structure is based on a search fee percentage of the hired candidate's starting annual salary, with salary ranges specified for different engineering positions. The estimated total contract amount is $400,000 for the three-year term, though this is not a guaranteed purchase amount. The recruitment services aim to address MDOT's challenges in filling engineering positions within a competitive job market by leveraging specialized recruitment expertise. The contract will require the selected vendor to provide comprehensive recruitment services, including candidate sourcing, screening, and initial vetting processes. Successful candidates will be required to pass drug testing and complete thorough background checks. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract represents a strategic approach to addressing talent acquisition challenges within the Michigan Department of Transportation's engineering divisions.