Organizational Assessment

The contract for the organizational assessment of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) is structured around a comprehensive Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the ERS Board. The primary goal is to engage a qualified consulting firm to evaluate staffing levels, organizational structure, roles, performance evaluation processes, and compensation strategies for the Executive Director and staff, especially in light of recent leadership changes. The scope includes comparative organizational analysis, staffing and performance management reviews, and compensation benchmarking, culminating in a detailed final report with actionable recommendations aligned with ERS strategic objectives. The project is expected to be completed within 14 weeks of contract execution, with deliverables to be performed at the ERS office in Riverdale, Maryland. The contractual framework is governed by narrative terms and conditions rather than specific FAR clauses, emphasizing compliance with applicable laws, confidentiality, conflict of interest disclosures, insurance requirements, and ethical standards. The contract does not specify traditional packaging, marking, or shipping requirements, as services are professional in nature. Evaluation and award are based on a points system across four main criteria: firm qualifications, team expertise, approach and resources, and fee proposal, with a focus on best value rather than lowest cost. The process involves committee review, potential presentations, and final approval by the ERS Board, with the right to reject proposals or negotiate terms. The proposal submission must include a signed cover letter, representations and warranties, a completed questionnaire, and a fee proposal, all submitted electronically via OpenGov by October 21, 2025. No explicit page limits or physical packaging instructions are provided, and the process relies on electronic submission of a PDF document. The contract emphasizes confidentiality, conflict of interest disclosures, and adherence to all applicable laws, with no specific mention of a formal payment office or invoicing procedures, leaving these details to be clarified during contract administration.