Denver Regional Transportation District Opengov #RFQ 026PN001

RTD Executive Search Services for GM/CEO Recruitment

The Regional Transportation District (RTD) is seeking an executive search firm to support the recruitment and selection of its next General Manager/Chief Executive Officer (GM/CEO). - Government Buyer: - Board Office, Regional Transportation District (RTD), Denver, CO - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; this is a professional services procurement - Products/Services Requested: - Executive search services for GM/CEO recruitment - Update GM/CEO job description and executive profile - Conduct a transparent, equitable national search to produce a diverse candidate slate - Facilitate a rigorous selection process, including a public finalist stage - Conduct professional reference checks and leadership assessments - Oversee offer and contract negotiations - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Strong emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the search process - Compliance with Colorado law and required certifications (debarment, lobbying) - Award will be a single purchase order based on best value - Period of Performance: - Initial period from August 1, 2026, to May 27, 2027, with up to four 1-year option periods

Description

The Regional Transportation District (RTD) is seeking a qualified executive search firm to assist in recruiting a successor GM/CEO. The scope includes updating the GM/CEO job description, conducting a national search, facilitating a rigorous selection process with public finalists, conducting reference checks and leadership assessments, and overseeing offer and contract negotiations. The contract period is from August 1, 2026, to May 27, 2027, with up to four 1-year options. The award will be a single purchase order based on best value.

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