Employee Benefits Consulting Services

This contract represents a multi‑year employee‑benefits consulting engagement for Washington County Public Schools. The solicitation (WCPS RFP 2019‑04) sought a consulting firm to deliver employee‑benefits advisory services, with an emphasis on technical expertise (75 % of evaluation) and cost (25 %). Four firms submitted proposals, and Arthur J. Gallagher & Company received the highest total score (82.02) and was awarded the contract. The agreement spans from 1 Jan 2019 through 31 Oct 2022, with a total award value of $540,000. Hourly rates for work outside the defined scope are detailed in the tabulation, indicating a Time‑and‑Materials component. The procurement was conducted via full and open competition, and no set‑aside or renewal provisions were noted. • Scope: Provide employee‑benefits consulting, actuarial analysis, and related advisory services. • Awarded Vendor: Arthur J. Gallagher & Company (award value $540K). • Evaluation: Technical (75 pts) + Cost (25 pts) = 100 pts maximum; winner scored 82.02. • Contract Term: 46 months (Jan 2019 – Oct 2022) with defined hourly rates for out‑of‑scope work.