25-3903 Temporary Employment Services RFQ

The City of North Little Rock, Arkansas, is seeking qualification statements from temporary employment service providers for the 2026 calendar year. The city aims to qualify and contract with multiple suppliers who can provide temporary employment services in various areas, including: 1. Administrative Support (office and clerical) 2. Commercial/Industrial Workers 3. Information Technology 4. Professional Services The selected vendors will be responsible for: * Providing temporary employees as needed * Conducting background and reference checks on candidates * Ensuring candidates have the necessary licenses, certifications, and permits * Maintaining liability insurance and complying with federal and state payroll requirements * Providing workers' compensation and other benefits to temporary employees The city reserves the right to: * Award contracts to multiple vendors * Utilize awarded vendors for future projects on an as-needed basis * Add or remove vendors from the list of approved suppliers during the contract period * Reject or remove temporary employees who do not meet the city's requirements or perform unsatisfactorily Vendors must submit a proposal that includes: * A cover letter with company information, contact details, and proof of insurance * A completed questionnaire * Evidence of authority to do business in Arkansas and the City of North Little Rock * References * A description of their process for providing temporary employment services The city will evaluate proposals based on the vendor's experience, expertise, and ability to meet the city's requirements. The contract will be for a period of one year, with the option to extend or terminate as needed. Key requirements for vendors include: * Maintaining commercial general liability insurance with a minimum limit of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate * Providing workers' compensation insurance and complying with federal and state payroll requirements * Conducting background and reference checks on candidates * Ensuring candidates have the necessary licenses, certifications, and permits * Replacing unsatisfactory temporary employees within one business day The city will provide a listing of position classifications and pay rates to the selected vendors, but vendors must also be able to provide additional positions and services as needed. The city reserves the right to interview candidates and reject or remove those who do not meet the city's requirements.