Provide Employee Retiree Health Program and Insurance Broker Services

This contract awards a two‑year, $200,000 fixed‑price agreement to provide employee retiree health program administration and insurance brokerage services for Essex County. The vendor will manage health benefit enrollment, claims processing, and act as the county’s broker for retiree insurance plans, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and delivering cost‑effective coverage options. • Scope includes administration of retiree health benefits, claims handling, and broker services for insurance procurement. • Fixed‑price award of $200,000 with performance period from July 2026 through June 2028. • Competitive procurement issued by the County’s Office of Human Resources, awarded to Conner Strong & Buckelew.