Request for Proposal for Content & Training Service Providers to Deliver Management Training Programs

Under the Bibb Administration, and through the work of the City's Strategic Plan, the need for a Citywide, comprehensive management training program has been identified. This initiative will be a critical component in achieving a new culture of learning that creates conditions for managers and employees to thrive. Under this area of focus, the City desires that all managers receive training and professional development to keep their skills current and for all employees to receive regular performance feedback to aid in supporting the employee's professional development plan. The City will require the selected vendor for this RFP to provide services within the parameters set by this RFP. All pricing of services must be stated as cost per unit of service, if applicable. The Vendor must be able to meet, at minimum, the service requests outlined within this RFP. The City also recognizes that the scope and specificity of this work may require a cross-disciplinary team consisting of multiple Consultants. Therefore, if the Consultant believes their strength is to only complete one phase of the professional services (i.e., only the Content Development or Training Delivery), the City welcomes the partnerships and encourages Consultants to work with other Consultants with complementary skill-sets in their response. OBJECTIVES Create consistency in management/leadership development across all City departments, nurturing existing managers and leaders, while allowing emerging leaders to be equipped with the same foundational skills and knowledge Provide structured training to support managers/leaders, creating higher performing teams, better staff experience, and improved service delivery to residents Offer cohort-based training, creating a sense of community among diverse participants who go through the training together fostering collaboration, peer support, and shared learning experiences Provide foundational leadership tools and resources to up-skill managers and help them succeed and grow as leaders within the City Develop a peer group/cohort where managers across the City can enhance their business acumen through collaboration and discussions on leadership topics and issues Foster a sense of professionalism and a culture of learning by providing curated learning plans focused on timely topics and ongoing leadership development Positively impact employee retention and client satisfaction levels (both internally and externally)