Engagement Survey - Contractor

Employee Engagement & Culture Baseline Survey
Innovation Works, Inc.

Proposal Due Date: May 17, 2026

Innovation Works, Inc. (“IW”) is seeking proposals from qualified consultants or firms to design, administer, and analyze a baseline employee engagement and culture survey for our organization.

The purpose of this engagement is to establish foundational employee engagement metrics, identify organizational strengths and opportunities for improvement, and support future culture and retention initiatives.

Organization Overview

Innovation Works is one of the most active early-stage investors in the country and supports the growth of innovative companies and entrepreneurs throughout the region. IW is committed to fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven workplace culture.

Scope of Services

Survey Development

• Collaborate with Innovation Works leadership and HR to understand organizational goals and culture priorities
• Design or customize a confidential employee engagement survey
• Include benchmarking where appropriate

Survey Administration

• Administer the survey electronically to approximately 37 employees
• Ensure anonymity and confidentiality of responses
• Provide technical support during survey administration

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze survey results and identify key themes and trends
• Provide an executive summary
• Provide department-level insights where appropriate and confidentiality permits
• Provide benchmarking data, if available
• Provide recommendations for improvement initiatives

Presentation of Findings

• Present results and recommendations to leadership
• Guide prioritizing next steps and action planning

Proposal Requirements

• Firm/Consultant Overview
• Relevant experience with employee engagement and culture assessments
• Proposed methodology and timeline
• Sample deliverables or reporting examples
• Pricing structure and total cost
• References from similar engagements
• Description of confidentiality and data security practices

Timeline

RFP Release Date	May 21, 2026
Proposal Due Date	May 17, 2026
Vendor Selection	May 2026
Survey Launch Target	Summer 2026

Submission Information

Please submit proposals electronically to:

Kelley Benson
VP of HR and Inclusion
Innovation Works, Inc.
[email protected]

Questions regarding this RFP may also be directed to Kelley Benson.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Innovation Works, Inc. is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment. We encourage proposals from qualified individuals and firms of all backgrounds, including minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, and disability-owned businesses. Innovation Works does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,