RFP #26-021 Benefits Advisor and Employee Benefits Consultant

The City of League City is seeking a benefits advisor and employee benefits consultant to provide comprehensive employee benefits consulting services. The selected firm will partner with the Human Resources Department to ensure the City offers competitive, cost-effective employee benefit programs while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations. The scope of work includes strategic planning, benefits design support, vendor oversight, claims analysis, regulatory guidance, and stop loss marketing and advisory services. The City provides a broad benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, voluntary benefits, wellness programs, and related offerings. • The City operates a self-funded medical plan, which includes an annual review of stop loss coverage. • The City also operates a self-funded dental PPO plan. • The City seeks a consultant with proven expertise in public sector benefits, data-driven plan management, and demonstrated success negotiating favorable benefits and stop loss terms for large municipal employers. • The selected advisor will provide long-term benefits strategy development, review current offerings for competitiveness, efficiency, and compliance, and conduct benchmarking with peer municipalities and similar employers. • The advisor will also provide annual renewal strategy guidance, support the City in negotiations with carriers and vendors, and monitor vendor performance throughout the year.