BROKER OF RECORD - EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND WELFARE BENEFITS

The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) issued RFP 24‑12 to secure a Broker of Record that will administer the District’s employee health and welfare benefit programs on a fixed‑fee basis. The award is intended for USI Insurance Services, pending Board approval. The broker will provide comprehensive services including benefits review, compliance support, audit and utilization reporting, wellness program design, vendor liaison, data and benchmark reporting, and optional newsletter production, all under a single annual flat‑fee with no commission or override compensation. The contract term is three years with two optional one‑year renewals, and the District requires extensive insurance, privacy (FERPA/HIPAA), accessibility, and sanctions compliance. • Scope: Full‑service brokerage for health, vision, dental, life, disability, voluntary (e.g., pet) benefits, plus transition, audit, and reporting duties. • Financial model: Fixed annual fee (no line‑item charges except a “not‑to‑exceed” newsletter cost). • Timeline: RFP posted 12 Nov 2024, questions due 17 Dec 2024, proposals due 10 Jan 2025, intent to award 21 Feb 2025, award pending 5 Mar 2025.