Newport Civicplus #RFP – Employee Benefits Brokerage and Consulting Services

City of Newport, KY Employee Benefits Brokerage and Consulting Services Solicitation

The City of Newport, Kentucky is seeking a qualified firm to provide Employee Benefits Brokerage and Consulting Services for its self-funded health and benefits programs serving approximately 135 employees. - Government Buyer: - City of Newport, Kentucky (Office of the City Clerk) - Services Requested: - Employee benefits brokerage and consulting for self-funded health and benefit programs - Strategic advisory, financial forecasting, budget and renewal planning - Benchmarking, plan administration support, and implementation of new programs - Compliance guidance and employee communications - Coordination with current vendors and carriers - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - The Hartford (life insurance) - Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada (stop-loss) - Custom Design Benefits (TPA) - Jefferson Health Plan - Kroger Prescription Plans (PBM) - Medical Mutual of Ohio (network) - St. Elizabeth, TriHealth, Christ Hospital, Cincinnati Children's (direct contracts) - Premise Health (onsite clinic) - Notable Requirements: - Broker must have experience with self-funded public sector clients - Robust reporting and analytics capabilities - Transparent disclosure of all compensation - Collaborative approach with current vendors - Focus on affordability and cost management - Contract Details: - Initial term of three years with up to two optional one-year renewals - Place of Performance: - Newport Municipal Building, 998 Monmouth Street, 2nd Floor, Newport, KY 41071

Description

The City of Newport, KY is requesting proposals from qualified brokerages to provide administration of employee benefits for the City. The scope includes brokerage and consulting services for the City's self-funded employee health benefits program, serving approximately 135 employees. The selected broker will provide strategic support, financial forecasting, vendor coordination, compliance advice, and employee communication assistance. Proposals are due by May 19, 2026, and must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked accordingly.

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