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Massachusetts Port Authority Solicits Employee and Retiree Benefits Broker Services

The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) is seeking a consultant to provide comprehensive employee and retiree benefits broker services for its workforce. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) - Office: Senior Benefits Specialist - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive consulting and advisory services for approximately 1,347 active employees and 1,068 retirees - Review, assessment, and ongoing analysis of benefit plan programs (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, business travel accident insurance, wellness programs) - Obtain annual renewal quotes and solicit competitive bids from benefit providers - Evaluate proposals and recommend alternative benefit designs - Assist with compliance (COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, PFML) - Develop communication materials and support open enrollment - Benchmarking and legislative monitoring - Support for wellness programs and legislative updates - Notable Requirements: - Consultant must comply with civil rights laws, maintain confidentiality, and carry specified insurance - Compensation may be via a not-to-exceed amount or standard commission fees from insurance carriers - Encouragement of participation from minority-owned, woman-owned, and small businesses - No specific OEMs or benefit providers are named in the solicitation - Contract Structure: - Three-year base contract with two one-year renewal options - Initial term from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2029, with two optional one-year extensions

Description

This solicitation is issued by the Massachusetts Port Authority to procure comprehensive and cost-effective employee and retiree benefits broker services. The scope includes advising on and assisting with the review, assessment, and analysis of employee and retiree benefit plan programs, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, and wellness programs. The contract term is expected to be three years with two one-year renewal options, starting September 1, 2026. The solicitation encourages minority-owned, woman-owned, and small businesses to submit proposals and requires electronic signatures. The response deadline is July 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM EDT, with questions due by July 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT.

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