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Bid Title

RFP for Consulting for Improvement of Job Evaluation System

Issuing Agency

Washington County

Location

Minnesota

Published Date

Jun 10, 2026

Closing Date

Jul 1, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	RFP for Consulting for Improvement of Job Evaluation System
Category:	Washington County Human Resources
Status:	Open

Description: The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is for Washington County to engage a consultant and secure services for consulting with Human Resources on the improvement and modernization of Washington County’s existing Job Evaluation System and Job Evaluation System Assessment Process, Procedures and associated training for staff. Publication Date/Time: 6/10/2026 11:00 AM Closing Date/Time: 7/1/2026 4:30 PM Contact Person: Amanda Hoffman, Procurement Specialist, Sr. Amanda.Hoffman@washingtoncountymn.gov Related Documents: RFP for Consulting for Improvement of Job Evaluation System

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Request for Proposals (RFP) for

Consulting Services for Improvement of

Job Evaluation System

RFP release date: June 10, 2026

Submission due date: July 1, 2026

Government Center | 14949 62nd Street North | P. O. Box 6 | Stillwater, MN 55082-0006

P: 651-430-6001 | F: 651-430-6017 | TTY: 651-430-6246

www.washingtoncountymn.gov

Washington County is an equal opportunity organization and employer

I. Table of Contents

1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 3

1.1. Background Information .......................................................................................................................... 3

1.2. County Authorized Representative .......................................................................................................... 3

1.3. Schedule ................................................................................................................................................... 3

2. Scope of Services............................................................................................................................................... 4

2.1. Other Requirements................................................................................................................................. 5

3. Proposal Content............................................................................................................................................... 5

3.1. Cover Letter .............................................................................................................................................. 5

3.2. Qualifications and Experience .................................................................................................................. 5

3.3. Fee Schedule............................................................................................................................................. 5

3.4. References ................................................................................................................................................ 5

3.5. Appendix A – County’s Standard Terms and Conditions.......................................................................... 5

3.6. Conflict of Interest.................................................................................................................................... 6

4. Proposal Submittal ............................................................................................................................................ 6

5. Proposal Evaluation and Selection.................................................................................................................... 6

5.1. Evaluation Committee.............................................................................................................................. 6

5.2. Evaluation Criteria .................................................................................................................................... 6

5.3. Interview/Presentation ............................................................................................................................ 7

5.4. Final Selection........................................................................................................................................... 7

5.5. Conditions of this RFP............................................................................................................................... 7

6. Proposal Questions ........................................................................................................................................... 7

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1. Introduction

The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is for Washington County to engage a consultant and secure

services for consulting with Human Resources on the improvement and modernization of Washington

County’s existing Job Evaluation System and Job Evaluation System Assessment Process, Procedures and

associated training for staff.

1.1. Background Information

Washington County, Minnesota is the fifth most populous county in Minnesota with a diverse population,

including longtime residents, young professionals and families, and new immigrant communities. Over the

last 20 years, Washington County has experienced rapid growth from a rural, farming community to an

expanding urban area.  

The County was established in 1849 and has the powers, duties, and privileges granted counties by state

law, codified in Minn. Stat. § 373. The County serves an area of 423 square miles, with an estimated

population of 262,748. The County’s fiscal year begins on January 1 and ends on December 31. The County is

governed by a five-member County Board of Commissioners representing separate districts. In addition, the

Offices of County Attorney and Sheriff are elected on a countywide basis.

The County offers a full range of services including property tax administration, law enforcement and

corrections, public works, parks, solid waste management, library, community health, county extension,

human resources, courts, and general administration.

Washington County has 1,447 total full-time employees in approximately 358 job classifications. In 2013,

Washington County purchased and analyzed all job classifications with the Trusight Job Evaluation System.

This system measures all jobs to five main compensable factors including qualifications, decision-making,

problem-solving skills, relationships and working conditions/environment.

The Washington County Compensation Plan has 29 grades. The County has consistently achieved

compliance with the Minnesota Pay Equity requirements.

Washington County is interested in the improvement and modernization of Washington County’s existing

Job Evaluation System and Job Evaluation System Assessment Process, Procedures and associated training

for staff. This is to be accomplished with current human resources classification and job evaluation market

best practices.

1.2. County Authorized Representative

The County Authorized Representative for this RFP is:

Amanda Hoffman, Procurement Specialist, Sr.

Amanda.Hoffman@washingtoncountymn.gov

1.3. Schedule

Washington County anticipates the following schedule:

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Schedule

RFP Release Date

Questions Due

Addendum Release Date

Proposals Due

Interviews (if necessary)

Notification of Award

Commencement Date

Completion Date

Due Date

June 10, 2026

June 17, 2026

June 24, 2026

July 1, 2026

Week of July 20, 2026

July 24, 2026

September 1, 2026

November 30, 2026

2. Scope of Services

The successful Contractor will have the ability to perform all the functions below. Contractors who cannot

provide the full range of requested services may submit a proposal, but must clearly note any services listed

in this request which would not be provided. Contractors are also encouraged to highlight any services for

which they possess particularly notable qualifications.

A. Project Kick Off:

1. Review background information including the County’s Trusight Job Evaluation System, Job

Evaluation Assessment Process and Procedures.

2. Meet with Human Resources Project Team to validate scope of services, methodology,

timetable and other deliverables.

B. Job Evaluation Study:

1. Analyze the current Job Evaluation System.

a. Recommend options for updating methodology, tools and documentation to the

system.

b. Recommend options for updated templates.

c. Recommend options for Job Evaluation System benchmarks.

d. Recommend options to improve accuracy of job comparisons.

e. Recommend options to improve consistency of job comparisons.

2. Analyze the current Job Evaluation System Assessment Process and Procedures.

a. Recommend Job Evaluation process and procedure options including but not limited to:

i. Job Evaluation Assessment Questions for Supervisors,

ii. Job Evaluation Assessment Supervisor Interview Structure and Questions for

Human Resources personnel,

iii. Job Evaluation Assessment Review Process for Human Resources personnel with

five comprehensive training sessions for key staff members on how to

accomplish,

iv. Job Evaluation Assessment Report and Recommendation Document and

Deliverables with comprehensive training for key staff members on how to

accomplish (can be included in the five comprehensive training sessions).

3. Recommend a policy and procedure for processing future requests for classification additions,

deletions, and changes that will provide a consistent format and guidelines to be utilized by

Human Resources staff as changes in positions occur or new positions are created.

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4. All deliverables to ensure consistency, defensibility, alignment with current human resources

best practices with the additional goal of successful maintenance on a long-term basis.

5. Present initial recommendations to Project Team.

6. Finalize recommendations with Project Team.

7. Prepare and present, on-site, a final report that will include the study methodology, major

findings, and major recommendations/implementation strategies.

8. Prepare implementation and maintenance manuals for future use.

C. Period of Performance:

1. It is the County's intent to complete this project no later 90 days from contract execution.

2.1. Other Requirements

Proposing consultants must have medium-to-large public sector organization classification, job evaluation

and compensation experience. Medium-to-large public sector organization classification, job evaluation and

compensation experience shall mean assisting a City or County organization with a minimum of 200

employees with a classification and job evaluation system compensable factors like Washington County’s

Job Evaluation System.

3. Proposal Content

The following will be considered minimum contents of the proposal and must be submitted:

3.1. Cover Letter

Introduce the Contractor submitting the proposal and state the Contractor’s understanding of the services.

Include name, address, telephone number, and email address of the contact person(s), as well as the names

of any others participating in the proposal.

3.2. Qualifications and Experience

Provide demonstrated qualifications and experience that proves the ability to perform the services and

meet the requirements of this RFP.

3.3. Fee Schedule

Provide all costs associated with the proposed contract for services in a complete and understandable form.

Include an itemized fee schedule for work included in the scope of work and a payment plan based on

measurable contract milestones.

3.4. References

Provide three references for organizations currently utilizing your services that are similar in size and with

similar needs as Washington County, and as described in Section 2.1. Other Requirements. Include dates of

service, agency name, contact name, email address, phone number, and a brief description of the services

you provide.

3.5. Appendix A – County’s Standard Terms and Conditions

Submit a signed Appendix A as the Contractor to whom the contract is awarded shall be required to comply

with the terms and conditions contained therein.

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541611Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
• NAICS 541618Other Management Consulting Services

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