Specifications include, but are not limited to: Qualified firms to provide a benchmark compensation study and develop a comprehensive compensation plan for bargaining unit positions employees and for non-union positions based on the results of that study. 1. Schedule an initial meeting with the Labor Management Committee to discuss the process and tasks to be performed to include reasonable dedication of key personnel to confirm the scope of services, methodology, project time lines, and project deliverables. 2. Perform an extensive salary and benefits study (to include comparison of each locality with other local government entities in the local area and comparable localities around the State, and where applicable, public and private sector competition in the local area). 3. Salary/wage study should include comparison of any premium pay offered. 4. Evaluate current positions related to public education and government. Rate shall be compared to surrounding localities, other comparable localities in the State and, where applicable, public and private sector competition in the local area. 5. Offer recommendations regarding means of pay progression through the proposed salary plan. 6. Present findings in a written report to the Labor Management Committee. The written report must also be provided in electronic format.