Business Details
35 Years
experience
Public Sector Consulting for California Government Agencies
Established in 1991, Mission Consulting has built a reputation as a trusted partner for California's public sector agencies. Our firm specializes in organizational assessments, project management, and procurement strategy, delivering over 100 successful projects for state and local government entities. Based in Sacramento and certified as a DGS Small Business, we combine deep public administration expertise with practical execution to help agencies achieve their goals. Our interdisciplinary team holds advanced degrees in public administration and law, along with project management certifications, ensuring comprehensive analysis and actionable solutions. We focus exclusively on public sector needs, offering tailored approaches to organizational improvement, change management, and mission-critical program implementation. Our unique value lies in merging industry best practices with hands-on experience from diverse projects, including designing new PMOs for Caltrans and reducing turnover at the Department of Public Health.Through structured methodologies like the McKinsey 7-S model, we provide unbiased recommendations that address cultural, structural, and operational challenges. Our commitment to public service drives every engagement, treating client objectives as our own while maintaining strict compliance with state procurement requirements. We specialize in streamlined DGS Small Business Option contracts, Non-IT CMAS, IT CMAS, and IT MSA procurement vehicles to simplify engagement for government agencies. With a track record of securing $9.6M in funding for the State Library and implementing systems that improve transportation planning, our work consistently delivers measurable outcomes for California communities.
Services
Organizational Assessments
Project Management
Procurement Strategy
Compliance Oversight
Workforce Planning
Policy Implementation
Program Evaluation
Change Management
Facilitation Services
Risk Assessment
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialized experience with California public sector agencies
- Certified DGS Small Business with streamlined procurement options
- Proven track record of 100+ successful government projects
- Expert team with public administration, law, and PM certifications
- Specialized in organizational improvement and change management
Associations and certifications
- DGS-Certified Small Business
Services
Organizational Assessments
Comprehensive evaluations using frameworks like the McKinsey 7-S model to identify organizational improvement opportunities. Our assessments examine structure, culture, processes, and resource allocation to develop actionable transformation roadmaps. Clients benefit from tailored recommendations that enhance operational efficiency and mission delivery.
Project Management
End-to-end management of mission-critical initiatives including PMO creation and integrated system implementation. We ensure projects stay within scope, budget, and schedule while delivering measurable outcomes. Our approach combines industry best practices with deep public sector expertise to achieve sustainable results.
Procurement Strategy
Strategic guidance through the full procurement lifecycle from requirements gathering to contract negotiation. We specialize in California's unique procurement frameworks including CMAS and MSA contracts. Clients gain cost-effective solutions that meet regulatory requirements while maximizing value for taxpayers.
Compliance Oversight
Performance audits and compliance assessments that identify regulatory gaps and operational inefficiencies. Our team evaluates processes against established standards and develops corrective action plans. Agencies benefit from improved transparency and reduced risk exposure through our systematic approach.
Workforce Planning
Customized solutions for talent management challenges including onboarding, retention programs, and resource optimization. By analyzing workforce data and implementing targeted interventions, we help agencies reduce turnover and maintain critical staffing levels while improving employee satisfaction.
People
Michael Hearn
Owner & Principal Consultant
Michael leads Mission Consulting with decades of public sector consulting experience. He specializes in organizational transformation and project execution, holding a Master's in Public Administration and PMP certification. His expertise in California government operations drives strategic solutions that deliver measurable improvements.
Questions
What services do you offer for public agencies?
We provide organizational assessments, project management, procurement strategy, compliance audits, and workforce planning tailored to California government agencies' unique needs.
How can we engage your services under state contracts?
Agencies can use our DGS SB #13735, Non-IT CMAS #4-15-03-0414B, or IT CMAS #3-10-70-0915C contracts for streamlined procurements up to $500,000.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Sacramento, we serve state agencies across California with prior projects in transportation, health, and library sectors.
What makes you different from other consultants?
Our exclusive focus on California public sector challenges combined with hands-on experience implementing 100+ successful projects since 1991.
How quickly can you start a project?
The DGS Small Business Option allows one-day contract awards for projects under $250k, enabling rapid deployment of our consulting services.
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize exclusively in California state and local government agencies across departments like transportation, public health, and cultural institutions.
