Opportunity
Cedar Rapids Ionwave #PUR0626-365
Cedar Rapids Solicits Pay Practices Audit Consulting Services
Posted
July 20, 2026
Respond By
August 17, 2026
Identifier
PUR0626-365
NAICS
541612
The City of Cedar Rapids Human Resources Department is seeking consulting services for a comprehensive Pay Practices Audit. - Buyer: City of Cedar Rapids Human Resources Department - Scope: Audit of pay practices for approximately 1,400 full-time and 400+ seasonal municipal employees - Includes review of compensation policies, payroll administration, timekeeping, internal controls, and operational workflows - Assessment of compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and state wage and hour laws - Evaluation of collective bargaining agreements and unionized workforce practices - Deliverables: Written reports and presentations with actionable recommendations for compliance, process improvement, and long-term sustainability - Notable requirements: - Demonstrated expertise in public-sector payroll and FLSA compliance - Experience with unionized environments - Ability to inform future modernization of Finance, Payroll, and HCM/HRIS systems - Insurance and certification requirements for all bidders - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named in the solicitation - This is a consulting services opportunity, not a product procurement
Description
The City of Cedar Rapids Human Resources Department is seeking proposals for a Pay Practices Audit. The audit will involve a comprehensive review of the City's pay practices and compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) for approximately 1,400 full-time and 400+ seasonal employees across multiple departments and bargaining units. The selected consultant will evaluate compensation-related practices, policies, and procedures, identify compliance risks, and provide recommendations for process improvement and ongoing compliance. The project includes reviewing payroll administration, internal processes, and operational workflows to enhance consistency, accountability, and long-term sustainability.