When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due October 30, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $50,000 – $150,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Town Of Apex. The work is located in Apex, North Carolina, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Compensation and classification consulting firm specializing in local government. Demonstrated experience with police, fire, and emergency communications positions. Expertise in job evaluation, public-sector pay structures, and market benchmarking. Experience conducting internal equity, salary compression, recruitment, and retention analyses. Strong capability in developing and revising public-sector job descriptions.

Public Safety Classification and Compensation Plan Services (Due October 30, 2026)

Overview

Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing

Apex, North Carolina, United StatesPosted: October 6, 2026Deadline: October 30, 2026

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SUMMARY

Apex, North Carolina seeks a consultant to evaluate Police, Fire, and Communications/911 classifications, job descriptions, and compensation structures. The work will produce recommendations addressing internal equity, market competitiveness, pay progression, recruitment, retention, and salary practices.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be an independent consultant free from ownership or control by any entity that may create a conflict of interest
Must demonstrate a minimum of seven years of experience in creating job classification structures, pay grade structures, and implementation plans
Must provide both an electronic PDF version and three hard copies of the proposal
Must provide commercial insurance including Worker's Compensation, Commercial General Liability, Automobile, and Cyber Liability
Must comply with North Carolina E-Verify statutes
Must comply with the Iran Divestment Act
Must be financially solvent

BUDGET

Estimate

$50,000 – $150,000

CONTRACT DURATION

9 months

TIMELINE

October 5th, 2026: Distribution of RFP

October 30th, 2026: RFP Submission Deadline

November 1st – November 13th, 2026: Evaluation Period

November 16th – November 20th, 2026: Interviews and Presentations

November 23rd, 2026: Selection & Recommendation

November 24th – December 8th, 2026: Contract Negotiation & Council Approval

January 1st, 2027: Contract Commences

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Issuing Agency

Town Of Apex

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Apex, North Carolina seeks a compensation and classification consultant to evaluate and improve its public safety classification and compensation systems. The engagement will cover Police, Fire, and designated Communications/911 positions.

The selected consultant will develop a detailed understanding of the covered positions by reviewing their duties, responsibilities, qualifications, working conditions, reporting relationships, and organizational structure. The work will include evaluating existing job descriptions, drafting new descriptions or revising current ones, and reviewing the history and development of existing compensation structures.

The consultant will conduct internal equity and comparative analyses to determine the relative value of covered positions within the organization. The assessment will address pay-range competitiveness, progression opportunities, salary compression, promotional relationships, recruitment challenges, retention risks, and hiring and promotional salary practices, including credit for prior experience. Recommendations will include classification changes and market-based pay ranges, as appropriate.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due October 30, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $50,000 – $150,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Town Of Apex. The work is located in Apex, North Carolina, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Compensation and classification consulting firm specializing in local government
Demonstrated experience with police, fire, and emergency communications positions
Expertise in job evaluation, public-sector pay structures, and market benchmarking
Experience conducting internal equity, salary compression, recruitment, and retention analyses
Strong capability in developing and revising public-sector job descriptions

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