When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 8, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 30, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $25,000 – $75,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Clatsop County. The work is located in Astoria, Oregon, United States.

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Overview

Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing

Astoria, Oregon, United StatesPosted: October 19, 2026Deadline: November 8, 2026

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SUMMARY

Clatsop County is seeking a qualified executive recruitment firm to conduct a nationwide search, candidate assessment, and selection process for the position of County Manager.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be authorized to do business in the State of Oregon
Must have experience with executive-level recruitments for County Administrator/Manager or City Manager within the last five years
Must have experience with public entities
Must provide a minimum 12-month placement guarantee
Must comply with Oregon Veterans’ Preference statutes (ORS 408.230/408.237)
Must comply with Oregon Public Records Law (ORS 192)

BUDGET

Estimate

$25,000 – $75,000

TIMELINE

RFP Issuance: October 19, 2026

Deadline to submit written questions: October 30, 2026

Proposal Due Date: November 8, 2026

Evaluation of Proposals, Finalists Selected: November 9th-11th, 2026

Finalist Interviews: November 12th-16th, 2026

Award Contract: December 9, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 30, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Clatsop County

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DESCRIPTION

Clatsop County, Oregon, is seeking a qualified executive search and recruitment firm to manage the full lifecycle of the recruitment for the position of County Manager. The selected consultant will partner with the Board of County Commissioners and the Human Resources Director to conduct a comprehensive nationwide recruitment, candidate assessment, and selection process. Key deliverables include position needs assessment, salary survey and market analysis, stakeholder engagement, development of a recruitment brochure, active regional and national outreach, screening and evaluation in compliance with Oregon statutes, finalist interview facilitation, and transition support. The contract is expected to be effective on or about December 9, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 8, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 30, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $25,000 – $75,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Clatsop County. The work is located in Astoria, Oregon, United States.

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