Request for Qualifications: Executive Search Firm Tender - 145753265

Procurement Summary

Country: USA

Summary: Request for Qualifications: Executive Search Firm to Assist with City Manager Recruitment

Deadline: 05 Aug 2026

Posting Date: 23 Jul 2026

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Notice Type: Tender

TOT Ref.No.: 145753265

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Competition: ICB

Financier: Self Financed

Purchaser Ownership: Public

Tender Value: Refer Document

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The City of Webster Groves is seeking a firm to perform the full range of services related to the recruitment process including, but not limited, to: Development of recruitment strategy and content - Collaborate with the Mayor and City Council to develop the qualifications, skills, and experiences of the ideal City Manager candidate. Develop job announcement, position profile, and related material for approval by the Mayor and City Council.Develop a suggested “preferred candidate” profile based on community needs and culture, as well as workplace needs and culture, which should be part of the job announcement.Candidate search - publicize job announcement in various employment websites and distribute to targeted candidates; oversee nationwide search for qualified candidates.Identify and submit candidates for consideration - Summarize the qualifications of top candidates for the Hiring Committee-s review. Provide an explanation as to why they were ranked in that order.Interview process - Coordinate, in conjunction with the City Council and Mayor multiple rounds of interviews with candidates to include an array of interview panels:? Utilizing Zoom technology for initial interview(s) is allowed/preferred.?Final interviews are expected to be in-person. Prepare evaluation criteria and coordinate with interview panels.?Collect writing samples and other candidate materials as deemed appropriate.Coordinate a thorough background employment search, beyond references, and credit check for preferred candidate. This should include, but should not be limited to: Reference CheckCredit CheckCriminal History CheckInterview, if applicable, previous supervisors and/or elected officials; previous colleagues and subordinates from previous communities. Complete check of social media for any pertinent informationAssist with contract negotiation and make recommendations regarding the terms of employment.

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