People and Culture Consulting Services

The University of Colorado (CU) System Administration is seeking a consultant to provide People and Culture Consulting Services through a Request for Documented Quote (DQ_INF-0000000035). The procurement targets a comprehensive review of human resources practices for the System Administration office, which comprises approximately 600 staff employees. The primary objective is to analyze and document current recruitment, hiring, and staff retention practices, with the goal of developing actionable best practices that ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws. Key deliverables include a detailed best practices document comparing CU's processes to similar organizations, a comprehensive gap analysis, and policy recommendations to address identified gaps. Proposers must possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in workplace recruitment and retention strategies, with a preference for those with higher education system expertise. The solicitation requires a time and materials proposal, with hourly rates and project fees to be submitted. Proposals are due on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, by 2:00 PM Denver local time, with an anticipated contract start date in May 2025 and an initial contract term of up to nine months.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the documentation. The contract will be structured as a time and materials effort, though specific budget ranges were not definitively stated in the provided materials. Contractors must meet extensive insurance requirements, including $2,000,000 in Commercial General Liability coverage, $1,000,000 in Automobile Liability, and appropriate Workers Compensation insurance. The University reserves the right to terminate the contract with 30 days' notice and requires contractors to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage with specific endorsements, including naming the University of Colorado as an Additional Insured. While no incumbent vendors were identified, the solicitation emphasizes the need for a consultant with deep expertise in HR practices, particularly within higher education environments. The successful contractor will be expected to provide a thorough analysis that supports the development of more effective recruitment, hiring, and retention strategies for the CU System Administration.