Presidential Search Consulting Firm for Piedmont Community College

Piedmont Community College (PCC) is seeking a presidential search consulting firm to assist the Board of Trustees in conducting a comprehensive national search for a new college president following the resignation of Dr. Pamela Senegal, effective February 28, 2025. The selected consulting firm will be responsible for establishing presidential qualifications, advertising the position, recruiting candidates, reviewing applications, providing candidate recommendations, and conducting thorough background checks. The Request for Proposal (RFP #95-20250224) requires vendors to submit detailed cost proposals covering the entire presidential search process, with a preference for firms experienced in recruiting candidates for community college presidential positions. Key requirements include providing monthly project review meetings, weekly status reports, and designating both a contract manager and customer service point of contact. Critical dates for this procurement include a March 10, 2025 deadline for submitting questions and a proposal submission deadline of March 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM ET. The contract term will span one year from the date of execution until the contract with the selected presidential candidate is signed.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The document emphasizes the importance of confidentiality throughout the search process and requires comprehensive background checks on candidates. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, vendors are expected to provide transparent and comprehensive pricing that includes all handling, transportation, administrative, and associated fees. The procurement is specific to Person County, North Carolina, and is limited to consulting firms with demonstrated expertise in higher education executive recruitment. The selected vendor will work closely with the PCC Board of Trustees to ensure a thorough and professional presidential search process. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure that would require integration. The procurement is focused solely on securing a consulting firm to manage the presidential search process for Piedmont Community College.