The County of Hernando has awarded a contract to Mercer Group Florida LLC to provide search and recruitment services for the position of Deputy County Administrator. The contract is for a period of one year, starting from April 6, 2023, and ending on April 5, 2024. The scope of work includes conducting a needs assessment, developing a comprehensive position profile, and establishing a recruitment campaign. The vendor will be paid a base fee of $15,000, with one-half payable upon issuance of the notice to proceed and the remaining half payable upon selection of the Deputy County Administrator. The contract also includes reimbursement of direct expenses, not to exceed $3,000. Some of the key points of this contract include:
• The contract is for a fixed term of one year.
• The vendor is responsible for conducting a thorough search and recruitment process.
• The County reserves the right to terminate the contract at any time.
• The vendor must comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• The contract includes a provision for reimbursement of direct expenses.
• The vendor must provide regular progress reports to the County.
• The contract includes a provision for the vendor to indemnify and hold harmless the County and its employees.