Recruitment Services RFP

Clatsop County is seeking a professional firm to provide executive recruitment services, with the contract expected to begin around December 9, 2026. The selected contractor will manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including the development of professional recruitment brochures and ideal candidate profiles. A key requirement of the engagement is a minimum 12-month placement guarantee, stipulating that if a selected candidate separates from service within one year, the firm must conduct a repeat search without additional consulting fees. The award will be granted to the highest-rated firm based on an evaluation of their profile, qualifications, and a fixed-fee cost proposal, with the county reserving the right to conduct interviews and assess the financial stability of proposers. The resulting agreement will take the form of a Personal Services Agreement and includes stringent insurance and compliance mandates. Contractors must maintain comprehensive general liability, automobile, and professional liability insurance, with minimum coverage of 701,300 dollars for property damage and 1,710,200 dollars per occurrence. Additionally, the firm must provide worker's compensation insurance with at least 100,000 dollars in employer's liability and certify tax compliance under ORS 305.385(6). The contract requires adherence to Oregon Public Records Law and Veterans' Preference statutes, and it prohibits discrimination based on race, sex, age, or national origin. Either party may terminate the agreement with 15 calendar days' written notice.