Request for Proposal for Professional Consulting Services for Comprehensive Classification & Compensation Work

The City of Hayward operates under a City Council/City Manager form of government, with a City Council consisting of six members and a mayor, who serves as the head of the Council. The Council appoints a City Manager responsible for overseeing twelve city departments. The city has a population of approximately 162,954 residents and employs 831 staff members. The fiscal year runs from July 1 to June 30, with a proposed annual operating budget for 2026/2027 totaling $539.8 million, including a general fund budget of $248.5 million. The city manages 14 departments and serves 34,240 utility customers alongside 49,000 housing units. This contract is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the City of Hayward’s Human Resources department seeking professional consulting services for a comprehensive classification and compensation study. The solicitation number is 26-050, posted in May 2026, with proposals due by June 25, 2026. The contract aims to assist the city in evaluating and potentially restructuring employee classifications and compensation plans to align with current organizational needs. Important contacts for the solicitation include the HR Manager, Salina Flores, and Purchasing Manager, Rita Perez. Further details about the City and relevant memoranda of understanding can be found on the official City of Hayward website.