Classification and Compensation Study

Solicitation No.

8545675507

Type / RFx

RFP

Status

Active

Level

city

Published Date

March 16, 2026

Due Date

April 13, 2026

NAICS Code

541612AI guide

Jurisdiction

City of Grand Junction

State

Colorado

Agency

City of Grand Junction

The City of Grand Junction, Colorado, is soliciting competitive proposals from qualified consultants to conduct a comprehensive Classification and Compensation Study for approximately 900 employees across more than 250 job classifications, including Police and Fire personnel. The selected Consultant shall evaluate the City’s current classification structure, job documentation, market competitiveness, compensation philosophy, and pay administration practices, including the City’s existing ten-step pay plan with three percent (3%) progression steps. The Consultant shall apply professional expertise and industry best practices to analyze the City’s classification architecture and compensation framework and provide recommendations that improve internal alignment, external competitiveness, transparency, and long-term sustainability. The resulting work shall include data-driven analysis, supporting documentation, and implementation considerations that enable the City to effectively administer and maintain its classification and compensation program over time. Section 4.0 of this solicitation describes the detailed project objectives, required services, and deliverables associated with this study (Scope of Services). All services shall be performed in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in this solicitation and incorporated into any resulting contract. **Solicitation Type**: RFP - Request for Proposal (Formal) **Source ID**: PU.AG.USA.1123.C14779951 **Piggyback Contract**: No **Question Acceptance Deadline**: 03/26/2026 07:00 PM EDT **Questions are submitted online**: No **Bid Submission Type**: Electronic Bid Submission **Additional Bidding Instructions**: ​​​​​​​Proposal Format and Submission Requirements Proposals shall be submitted as one (1) complete, searchable PDF document. The proposal shall not exceed thirty (30) pages. For purposes of this limitation: One (1) page equals one (1) single-sided page. If double-sided pages are submitted, each side shall count as one (1) page. Pages shall be no larger than standard letter size (8.5” × 11”). The page limit includes cover letter, executive summaries, graphics, charts, tables, and appendices within the proposal narrative. The following documents are excluded from the page limit: The completed Solicitation Response Form (Section 7.0). Pages exceeding the thirty (30) page limit will not be reviewed or considered in the evaluation **Owner Organization**: Human Resources **Solicitation Number**: RFP-5883-26-KF **Reference Number**: 0000416903 **Pricing**: In attached document **Bid Documents List**: | Item Name | Description | Mandatory | Limited to 1 file | |---|---|---|---| | Bid Documents | Documents defining the proposal | Yes | No |

1. March 16, 2026Published
2. April 13, 2026Responses Due