The pension fund approved the search at last week’s board meeting.
The RFQ process follows a similar one launched in January for domestic small-cap equity managers.
The selected consultant will assist in conducting an RFP to consolidate its plan service providers to one, among other responsibilities.
The search comes in conjunction with a manager redemption request approved this week.
The retirement fund will interview three finalists, including its incumbent, in the second attempt to complete a search this year.
The firm added an executive director to its distribution and client services team this month.
The plan approved commitments totaling $160 million across four funds in April and May.
The new appointments will advance strategic growth and platform innovation.
The retirement system made the decision last month following finalist interviews.
A Western deferred compensation plan has issued an RFP seeking an investment consultant.