Description
MassArt is seeking qualified executive‑search firms to provide full‑cycle senior‑level recruitment services and supplemental talent‑acquisition support for a three‑year term. The contract will cover 2‑4 searches per year, each governed by milestone‑based payments and a performance‑guarantee replacement provision. Vendors must deliver a comprehensive search process—from position definition through onboarding—and may also be called upon for a‑la‑carte services such as compensation benchmarking, diversity outreach, interview facilitation, and interim leadership placement. Proposals are due electronically by March 17, 2026, with questions due March 11, 2026. The award is expected the week of March 23, 2026.
• Full‑service Tier 1 searches require a final qualified pool (minimum three candidates), coordination with campus search committees, background checks, and a 12‑month replacement guarantee.
• Milestone invoicing: 33 % at contract execution, 33 % upon delivery of the final qualified pool, 34 % upon executed offer letter; net‑30 payment terms.
• Supplemental “Tier 2” modules (e.g., compensation benchmarking, diversity strategy, interview facilitation) can be purchased separately under the same contract.
• Vendor must use its own candidate portal/ATS, disclose the system, and provide demographic reporting for all candidates contacted and submitted.
• No guaranteed volume beyond the anticipated 2‑4 searches per year; the contract may be terminated by either party with 30 days written notice.