Broker Services for International Student Medical Insurance (F-1 Visa and M-1 Visa Compliance)

This contract awards a single‑vendor brokerage agreement to provide full‑service health‑insurance brokerage for the Los Angeles Community College District’s international student population (approximately 3,000 F‑1 and M‑1 visa holders). The broker will negotiate with carriers, manage enrollment, process waivers, provide customer service, and deliver regular reporting while ensuring compliance with U.S. State Department/SEVP visa health‑coverage requirements. The agreement is for an initial three‑year term with the possibility of two one‑year extensions, and the broker’s fee schedule must remain valid for 180 days after submission. • Scope: Full‑service brokerage, plan design, enrollment, waiver audit, reporting, and ongoing compliance. • Timeline: RFP posted Jan 28 2026 → proposals due Feb 25 2026 → intent‑to‑award Apr 8 2026 → board approval May 6 2026 → contract start May 6 2026. • Evaluation: Written proposal (100 pts) plus interview phase (100 pts); SLEDV certification provides extra points but does not constitute a set‑aside.