ODOT Director Executive Recruitment Services

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is soliciting proposals for executive recruitment services to hire a new ODOT Director. This executive-level position is appointed by the Governor and subject to Senate confirmation. The selected contractor will partner with ODOT and the Governor's Office to manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including market research, candidate identification, targeting qualified candidates, and re-engagement services. The scope also involves advertising and marketing across digital platforms and social media, with the requirement that all prospective candidates be directed to apply through the State of Oregon's Workday recruitment system. The agency anticipates publishing the position announcement around September 4, 2026. The contract is estimated to be valued between 70,000 and 100,000 dollars, contingent upon legislative funding. Pricing is structured around task-based costs for project management, kick-off meetings, and research, as well as a candidate placement fee based on the final accepted salary. Award selection is based on the highest ranking responsible proposer, with a 5 percent scoring preference given to Oregon Small Business Enterprises. The contractor must provide key personnel with specific qualifications and adhere to strict confidentiality and non-discrimination standards. Payments are processed within 45 calendar days of receiving a compliant invoice, and deliverables are subject to a 15 business day agency acceptance period.