RFP - Longevity Pay Study

The City of Knoxville is seeking a consultant to conduct a comprehensive review and analysis of its existing Longevity Pay Plan for both Uniformed Bodies and Non-Uniformed Bodies. The purpose of this engagement is to assess the competitiveness, effectiveness, and sustainability of the current plan and to develop actionable recommendations for improvement. The selected consultant will analyze the current program, benchmark against peer organizations, and provide recommendations for improvement. Key tasks include: conducting an initial review of existing policies and procedures, meeting with Human Resources and Finance staff, identifying and analyzing longevity pay programs from comparable municipalities, evaluating the fiscal impact of the current plan, and developing recommendations for revising or redesigning the Longevity Plan. • Conduct an initial review of all existing City policies, procedures, and historical data related to the Longevity Pay Plan • Meet with Human Resources and Finance staff to understand current practices, objectives, and challenges associated with the plan • Identify and analyze longevity pay programs and related incentive structures from comparable municipalities and other relevant public-sector organizations • Evaluate the fiscal impact of the current plan, including long-term cost trends • Develop and present data-supported recommendations for revising or redesigning the Longevity Plan