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Bid Title

Comprehensive Compensation Study

Issuing Agency

Great Bend city

Location

Kansas

Published Date

Jan 28, 2026

Closing Date

Feb 20, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	Comprehensive Compensation Study
Category:	Request for Proposals
Status:	Open
Bid Recipient:	Randy Keasling

Description: Notice is hereby given that the City of Great Bend, Kansas (the “City”), is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive Compensation Study. The results of the study will serve as the basis for updating the City’s existing classification and compensation system introduced following the last study in 2018. The City seeks to ensure equity, competitiveness, and alignment with current organizational needs and labor market trends. The City will accept proposals until February 20, 2026. Previous experience with public sector agencies is required. Publication Date/Time: 1/28/2026 12:00 AM Closing Date/Time: 2/20/2026 12:00 PM Submittal Information: Sealed Enveloped clearly labeled “Proposal for Compensation Study Contact Person: Randy Keasling rkeasling@greatbendks.gov 620-793-4111 City of Great Bend 1209 Williams Great Bend, KS 6753 Qualifications: To qualify for consideration, responders must demonstrate appropriate technical skills, sufficient financial and human resources, and a proven record of success with projects of similar scope and complexity. Special Requirements: Proposals must include the following: 1. Organization Overview Provide a brief history of your organization, including years in business, staff size, areas of expertise, and client types. Highlight your experience with on-site consulting services. 2. Key Personnel List the individuals who would work with the City on an ongoing basis, including their professional qualifications and relevant experience. 3. Approach to Services Describe your methodology for delivering the services outlined in this RFP. Include a detailed cost proposal with a “not to exceed” amount. 4. Relevant Experience Share examples of work products related to the scope of services, demonstrating your expertise and capabilities. 5. Communication Detail your employee communication capabilities and provide sample materials to illustrate how you engage effectively. 6. Reference and Client Lists Provide contact information for three governmental and three client references comparable to the City in terms of employee population and job scope. Additionally, include a comprehensive list of clients by name, city, and state. 7. Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest Disclosure Include a confidentiality statement of City data and a disclosure of any conflicts of interest with City staff or officials. Miscellaneous: Deliverables a. Updated existing classification and compensation plan. b. Recommendations for implementation and maintaining the proposed system. c. Tools for ongoing internal equity and market competitiveness monitoring. d. Training for HR staff to manage the system. e. A post-implementation support plan. f. Communication materials for stakeholder updates. Additional Requirements 1. Insurance and Indemnification 2. Consultants must provide proof of professional liability insurance and include an indemnification clause protecting the City against liabilities arising from the study. 3. Addenda Acknowledgement 4. Proposers must acknowledge receipt of all addenda issued during the RFP process. 5. Penalty for Late Delivery 6. The City reserves the right to impose penalties for delays in delivering the final report as agreed upon in the contract. Related Documents: City of Great Bend RFP Compensation_ Study 2026 Appendix A - Organization Chart

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1209 Williams Street • P.O. Box 1168 • Great Bend, KS 67530 • Phone: 620-793-4111•Fax: 620-793-4108

January 28, 2026

Dear Consultant,

The City of Great Bend is pleased to invite your firm to submit a proposal for conducting a

comprehensive Compensation Study. This initiative is critical to ensuring that our city remains

competitive and equitable in its compensation practices while aligning with modern organizational

needs and labor market trends.

We are seeking a qualified consultant to provide expert analysis and recommendations that will

guide our efforts to update our existing classification and compensation system. Details of the

required scope of work, deliverables, and submission requirements are outlined in the attached

Request for Proposal.

For questions you may contact me by email at rkeasling@greatbendks.gov or phone at 620-793-

4111.

We are confident that your expertise and commitment to excellence will make a meaningful

contribution to this project.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to partner with us in enhancing our workforce strategies.

Sincerely,

Randy Keasling

Human Resources Director

City of Great Bend

City Administrator: Logan Burns

City Clerk/Finance Director: Shawna Schafer, CPA

City Attorney: Allen Glendenning

Human Resource Director: Randy Keasling

Fire Chief: Brent Smith

Police Chief: Steve Haulmark

Public Lands Director: Scott Keeler

CVB Director/Event Center Manger: Amanda Gaddis

IT Director: James Cell

Public Relations Director: Addison Crites

Utilities Director: Darren Doonan

Public Works Director: David Dunekack

Request for Proposal

Comprehensive Compensation Study

Issued by:

City of Great Bend

1209 Williams

PO Box 1168

Great Bend, KS 67530

Contact: Randy Keasling

Email: rkeasling@greatbendks.gov

Phone: 620-793-4111

Release Date: January 28, 2026

Proposals must be received no later than: 12pm on February 20, 2026

I. Introduction

Notice is hereby given that the City of Great Bend, Kansas (the “City”), is soliciting proposals from

qualified consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive Compensation Study. The results of the

study will serve as the basis for updating the City’s existing classification and compensation system

introduced following the last study in 2018. The City seeks to ensure equity, competitiveness, and

alignment with current organizational needs and labor market trends. The City will accept

proposals until February 20, 2026. Previous experience with public sector agencies is required.

II. Background

The City operates under an 8-member City Council/Mayor form of government. Each elected official serves a

two-year term. Great Bend has a population of 14,580. There are approximately 155 full­ time equivalent

employees and a number of seasonal and part-time equivalent employees. The last comprehensive study

was completed in 2018, identifying opportunities for improving internal equity, addressing

compression, and maintaining competitive pay structures. The Organizational Chart attached in

Appendix A shows the current organizational structures of the City of Great Bend.

The City’s goal is to attract and retain highly qualified employees by maintaining a fair and equitable

classification system that reflects both internal equity and external market competitiveness. The

issues this compensation study will need to solve include but is not limited to:

• Review and update existing job Classification and Compensation Plan to ensure accurate

job classification and equitable pay based on duties, complexity, and skills.

• Address compression by maintaining fair pay differentials across responsibility levels.

• Provide competitive salaries with regional labor markets and organizational needs.

• Enhance employee retention through equitable and competitive compensation practices.

III. Scope of Work

The Consultant will:

1. Review and Analyze Existing Data

a. Review current job classification, pay structures, and related policies.

b. Assess changes in the City’s organizational structure and staffing since the last

study.

2. Conduct a Market Analysis

a. Identify appropriate benchmark organizations for comparison.

b. Analyze salary data from selected benchmark organizations.

c. Provide a comparison of the local private sector influences where applicable.

3. Job Classification Review

a. Audit and evaluate job descriptions to ensure they reflect current duties,

responsibilities, and qualifications.

b. Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including the Equal

Employment Opportunity, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Fair Labor

Standards Act.

c. Propose updated classification structures as necessary.

4. Compensation System Design

a. Develop recommendations for revised pay structures.

b. Address issues of compression, pay equity, and cost-of-living adjustments.

c. Ensure long-term sustainability and scalability of the compensation system.

5. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Plan

a. Conduct interviews and focus groups with key stakeholders, including City

leadership and employees.

b. Develop a communication plan to regularly update stakeholders on progress and

findings.

c. Incorporate feedback into the study findings and recommendations.

6. Interim Progress Reporting

a. Provide regular progress updates (at least bi-weekly) detailing milestones achieved

and outlining next steps. Preliminary findings or recommendations must be

submitted by early June to support the City’s budget planning process.

7. Final Report and Presentation

a. Deliver a comprehensive report detailing findings, methodologies, and

recommendations.

b. Provide an implementation plan, including estimated costs and timelines.

c. Present findings to City leadership and stakeholders.

8. Post-Implementation Support

a. Provide support for a specified period following the study’s completion to assist

with implementation and address any emerging issues.

IV. Deliverables

a. Updated existing classification and compensation plan.

b. Recommendations for implementation and maintaining the proposed system.

c. Tools for ongoing internal equity and market competitiveness monitoring.

d. Training for HR staff to manage the system.

e. A post-implementation support plan.

f. Communication materials for stakeholder updates.

V. Proposal Submission Requirements

Proposals must include the following:

1. Organization Overview

Provide a brief history of your organization, including years in business, staff size, areas of

expertise, and client types. Highlight your experience with on-site consulting services.

2. Key Personnel

List the individuals who would work with the City on an ongoing basis, including their

professional qualifications and relevant experience.

3. Approach to Services

Describe your methodology for delivering the services outlined in this RFP. Include a

detailed cost proposal with a “not to exceed” amount.

4. Relevant Experience

Share examples of work products related to the scope of services, demonstrating your

expertise and capabilities.

5. Communication

Detail your employee communication capabilities and provide sample materials to

illustrate how you engage effectively.

6. Reference and Client Lists

Provide contact information for three governmental and three client references comparable

to the City in terms of employee population and job scope. Additionally, include a

comprehensive list of clients by name, city, and state.

7. Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest Disclosure

Include a confidentiality statement of City data and a disclosure of any conflicts of interest

with City staff or officials.

VI. Evaluation Criteria

The City will consider several factors when evaluating proposals to ensure the selected firm meets

the needs of the project and serves the City’s best interests. Proposals will be reviewed based on

qualifications, approach, cost, and the scope of services offered.

To qualify for consideration, responders must demonstrate appropriate technical skills, sufficient

financial and human resources, and a proven record of success with projects of similar scope and

complexity.

VII. Submission and Evaluation Process

Proposals must be submitted in writing in a sealed envelope clearly labeled “Proposal for

Compensation Study” and delivered to:

Randy Keasling

City of Great Bend

1209 Williams

Great Bend, KS 67530

Submission Deadline: February 20, 2026, by 12:00 PM CST. Late submissions will not be accepted.

The bid opening will take place at 1:00 PM on February 20, 2026, in the City Council Chambers at

1209 Williams, Great Bend, KS, 67530.

For questions you may contact Randy Keasling by email at rkeasling@greatbendks.gov or phone at

620-793-4111. The deadline for submitting questions is February 17, 2026

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