Job Classification and Pay Study

The Whitfield County Board of Commissioners is soliciting proposals under RFP-HR-202601 for a professional consulting firm to conduct a comprehensive Job Classification and Pay Study for all county departments. The project involves approximately 800 employees across more than 200 classifications with the goal of establishing a sustainable, defensible pay structure. The selected consultant will perform a thorough assessment of existing classification plans, conduct a detailed job analysis using audits and questionnaires, and provide Human Resources with the tools and training necessary for long-term maintenance. The study must adhere to federal standards, ADA-related job requirements, and professional HR benchmarks such as IPMA-HR and WorldatWork. Proposals must be submitted by 2:00 PM on November 20, 2026, and must include a technical proposal, a separate sealed cost proposal, and an electronic copy on a USB drive. The contract will be awarded based on best-value consideration, with primary scoring focused on the proposed methodology and the firm's understanding of the project. Selected firms must maintain professional liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 and certify that they are not debarred by the State of Georgia or the federal government. Performance will take place in Whitfield County, Georgia, and the consultant is required to provide a detailed project schedule including major milestones and critical path dependencies.