Maryland Environmental Services Compensation Study

The Maryland Environmental Service (MES) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking a qualified consultant to conduct a comprehensive compensation study for the organization. The primary objective is to review all MES positions, ensuring that hiring rates and salary ranges remain competitive within the surrounding labor markets. The study will require a detailed examination of job classifications, job descriptions, and current compensation structures with the goal of developing a system that can attract and retain highly qualified staff across the organization. The RFP was released on September 18, 2025, with proposals due on October 16, 2025, at 1:00 PM local time. The contract will have a six-month duration from the Notice to Proceed, with the final report due no later than April 2026. Evaluation of proposals will be conducted by a committee using a 100-point scoring system that considers the firm's background and experience (30 points), methodology (40 points), references (10 points), and pricing (20 points). The contract will be awarded to the most advantageous proposal considering both price and evaluation factors.

There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond to this solicitation. The RFP indicates no Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) subcontractor participation goal, and living wages are not required for this contract. Offerors must submit both technical and price proposals electronically through the MES Procurement Portal and are encouraged to provide references, financial statements, and supporting documentation demonstrating their capabilities. The pricing structure involves a lump sum price for the entire project, with two main components: an all-staff compensation study and a salary structure review. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated in the provided documentation, the comprehensive nature of the study suggests a significant investment in understanding and optimizing the organization's compensation framework. Prospective vendors should be prepared to provide a detailed approach to conducting a thorough compensation analysis that can help MES maintain competitive and equitable compensation practices.