COMPENSATION AND CLASSIFICATION PAY PLAN UPDATE

The City of Fountain Inn is seeking qualified firms to support an update to its compensation and classification pay plan, following the completion of a comprehensive study in September 2023 that established pay bands and reviewed most job descriptions. The goal is to refine and enhance the existing framework to ensure alignment with current market standards, internal equity, and organizational objectives. Proposals must demonstrate expertise in public sector compensation analysis, experience with governmental pay structures, and the ability to build upon the foundation already laid. Applicants are required to submit responses by August 27, 2026, and the solicitation is open to firms that can provide scalable, data-driven solutions tailored to the City’s needs. The opportunity is issued under solicitation number RFP 2026-04, with proposals due by 6:00 PM Eastern Time on the deadline date. All submissions must be directed to the designated point of contact, Russ Slatton, at russell.slatton@fountaininn.org. The City, located in South Carolina, prioritizes local government best practices and expects vendors to engage collaboratively with internal stakeholders, including human resources and department heads, to ensure accurate and practical recommendations. While no set-aside provisions are specified, proposers must be prepared to validate their methodologies and deliverables through clear documentation and presentation. The contract will support the City’s ongoing commitment to fair, transparent, and competitive compensation practices for its workforce.